Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) Rating Lowered to Hold at Kepler Capital Markets

Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) was downgraded by research analysts at Kepler Capital Markets from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report issued to clients and investors on Thursday,Zacks.com reports.

A number of other research analysts also recently issued reports on the company. Sanford C. Bernstein reiterated a “market perform” rating and issued a $9.90 price target on shares of Stellantis in a report on Wednesday, January 14th. Loop Capital set a $8.00 price target on Stellantis in a report on Monday, March 2nd. Freedom Capital downgraded Stellantis from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Monday, March 2nd. Zacks Research downgraded Stellantis from a “hold” rating to a “strong sell” rating in a report on Tuesday, March 10th. Finally, Wolfe Research upgraded Stellantis from an “underperform” rating to a “peer perform” rating in a report on Monday, February 9th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, five have given a Buy rating, eleven have given a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $11.12.

Stellantis Price Performance

Shares of NYSE:STLA opened at $8.64 on Thursday. Stellantis has a 12-month low of $6.28 and a 12-month high of $12.22. The business’s fifty day simple moving average is $7.40 and its 200-day simple moving average is $9.45. The company has a current ratio of 1.02, a quick ratio of 0.74 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On Stellantis

A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. SG Americas Securities LLC lifted its position in Stellantis by 11.6% during the 1st quarter. SG Americas Securities LLC now owns 1,161,506 shares of the company’s stock worth $8,235,000 after acquiring an additional 120,954 shares during the period. Polianta Ltd purchased a new position in shares of Stellantis in the first quarter worth about $1,663,000. J. Derek Lewis & Associates Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Stellantis in the fourth quarter worth about $605,000. Corient Private Wealth LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Stellantis by 5.7% during the fourth quarter. Corient Private Wealth LLC now owns 38,609 shares of the company’s stock worth $421,000 after purchasing an additional 2,097 shares during the period. Finally, Groupama Asset Managment lifted its holdings in shares of Stellantis by 55.9% during the fourth quarter. Groupama Asset Managment now owns 236,270 shares of the company’s stock worth $2,573,000 after purchasing an additional 84,764 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 59.48% of the company’s stock.

More Stellantis News

Here are the key news stories impacting Stellantis this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Stellantis struck a five‑year strategic partnership with Microsoft to accelerate AI, cloud and cybersecurity capabilities — a material technology tie-up that supports the company’s digital transformation and future product competitiveness. Stellantis, Microsoft sign five-year partnership for AI push
• Positive Sentiment: Operational momentum: Q1 shipments rose ~12% overall with North America deliveries up ~17%, signalling improving sales execution that supports near‑term revenue/volume expectations. Stellantis Shipments Jump 12% As North America Deliveries Rise 17%
• Neutral Sentiment: Reports that Stellantis is discussing a China tie‑up with Dongfeng drew attention to potential local scale and market access in China; the talks are early and outcomes uncertain. Stellantis eyes China tie-up as Dongfeng partnership talks emerge
• Neutral Sentiment: Corporate governance: Stellantis reported strong shareholder backing at its 2026 AGM and confirmed its board/committee line‑up — removes short‑term governance uncertainty. Stellantis Secures Strong Shareholder Backing at 2026 AGM
• Neutral Sentiment: Near‑term catalyst: Stellantis will report Q1 2026 results on April 30 — investors will scrutinize margins, software/EV progress and North American strength. Stellantis to Announce First Quarter 2026 Financial Results on April 30
• Negative Sentiment: Legal overhang: multiple law firms have filed/are soliciting lead plaintiffs in a securities‑class action alleging disclosure issues covering Feb 26, 2025–Feb 5, 2026; widespread filings raise potential litigation cost, distraction and investor/legal risk. Stellantis N.V. (STLA) Shareholders Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit
• Negative Sentiment: Analyst action: Kepler Capital Markets cut its rating from “strong‑buy” to “hold,” which can weigh on sentiment among momentum investors. Kepler downgrades Stellantis
• Negative Sentiment: Critical analysis: some commentary (e.g., on the Leapmotor alliance) highlights execution challenges in China and longer ramp times for EV/tech partnerships — a reminder of strategic risks. Stellantis: Alliance With Chinese Automaker Leapmotor Points To A Long, Tough Climb

Stellantis Company Profile

Stellantis N.V. is a global automotive manufacturer formed through the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Groupe PSA, a transaction completed in January 2021. The company designs, manufactures and sells a broad portfolio of passenger cars, light commercial vehicles and related powertrains under a large number of well-known brands, including (but not limited to) Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram and Vauxhall. Stellantis also provides parts, accessories, service operations and branded aftersales support through legacy networks such as Mopar and regional dealer ecosystems.

In addition to vehicle manufacturing, Stellantis operates mobility- and software-related businesses and financial services.