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Mercedes-Benz Group AG
Coverage of Mercedes-Benz Group AG in the Nexus archive.
- Mercedes Loses Ground in China's Premium Auto Market
Mercedes-Benz Group AG sold only 1,153 units in China during the first half of 2026, significantly trailing Xiaomi Corp.'s sales of over 80,000 SU7 sedans. This poor performance mirrors challenges faced by competitors like BMW AG, Volkswagen AG, and Porsche AG, all of whom reported second-quarter sales declines of at least 30%, surpassing the overall market's drop.
- German Industry Grows More Than Expected on Auto Sector
German industry growth exceeded expectations, driven by the auto sector, with Mercedes-Benz Group AG anticipating a stronger second half due to new models and strong orders, despite earlier earnings challenges from weaker demand in China.