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Auto Express
04-08-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
40 models is not enough! Mercedes will keep filling new niches
Premium brand Mercedes won't take the transition to electromobility as an opportunity to consolidate its product range. CEO Ola Källenius insists he and his team are constantly assessing market requirements – including bodystyles that may not yet exist. Mercedes is no stranger to automotive niches, with an extensive line-up spanning everything from sports cars to SUVs – plus (almost) everything in between. Källenius acknowledged that his company covered more segments than most, but wouldn't rule out further expansion: 'We run about 40 body variants,' he told us. 'Could there be more niches still? I'm not going to exclude that.' Källenius wouldn't elaborate on what areas of the new-car market the firm was considering, but insisted: 'If we believe there is a market need, we will go for it. [At Mercedes] we eat, sleep and drink cars'. Advertisement - Article continues below Yet he admitted that the days of engineering a single bodystyle simply to fill a spot in the market that others hadn't explored, are over. 'We also run a business', the CEO told us. 'There needs to be a business case'. Of course, there are plenty of Mercedes models that don't require a two to three-year wait. Check out the latest deals via the Auto Express Find a Car service… While we'll need to wait a little longer to see how this ambition manifests itself, it makes sense for Mercedes to build on a tried and tested formula of offering variations on a theme – coupe versions of popular SUVs, for example, as well as estate cars based on strong-selling saloons. Until now, particularly in the EV segment, the firm has stuck to conventionally well subscribed body shapes; as the market matures and buyers look for greater choice, Mercedes will be ready to take advantage – rolling out different 'top hats' based either on the smaller MMA, or larger platforms. But as we've seen on the latest CLA, the maker isn't putting all its eggs in one basket; MMA is a multi-fuel platform, allowing for both electric and hybrid powertrains. This will mean Mercedes can satisfy demand for internal-combustion-engined cars until the end of the decade and possibly beyond. Tell us which new car you're interested in and get the very best offers from our network of over 5,500 UK dealers to compare. Let's go…
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Silver: Bulls Seek Fresh Catalyst as Strong Demand Fails to Move the Needle
Silver remains in consolidation, waiting for a breakout to define short-term market direction. US inflation data weakens the dollar, balancing the effects of trade war easing. Long-term silver demand from renewable energy and electromobility sectors supports its future value. Looking for actionable trade ideas to navigate the current market volatility? Subscribe here to unlock access to InvestingPro's AI-selected stock winners. After a turbulent period in both silver prices and global financial markets, recent weeks have seen some stability. Silver is now in a clear consolidation phase, and a breakout from this range will likely set the direction in the short term. Right now, it's tough to say which side has the upper hand, as there are multiple factors influencing the market. Just this Monday, it looked like the US Dollar could strengthen further due to positive news about the easing of trade tensions between the US and China. However, this view changed after the latest US inflation data was released. Investors are now waiting to see which factor will dominate and drive the market. Looking at silver's long-term valuation, the factors driving demand are clearly stronger, especially the ongoing demand from the renewable energy and electromobility sectors. This excess demand over supply remains a key driver for silver's value. In the short term, however, the market is stabilizing, and it seems to be waiting for a trigger to make a more significant move. We may still need to be patient for this. So far this month, we've seen key US macroeconomic data and a relatively neutral Federal Reserve meeting, which have helped maintain market stability. The Federal Reserve will meet again on June 18, but with a 65% market probability, interest rates are expected to remain unchanged. We've also seen important announcements signaling a reduction in tensions between Beijing and Washington, with both sides agreeing to cut tariffs and showing willingness to continue talks. However, despite these developments, neither factor has been enough to break the current consolidation. As a result, a sideways trend remains likely until new factors come into play. The key macroeconomic event this week was the release of US inflation data. The numbers came in slightly lower than expected, reinforcing the trend of ongoing disinflation in consumer prices. These readings were enough to cause a modest weakening of the US dollar, which helped offset the impact of the easing tariff tensions. The next key data point comes tomorrow with the release of the PPI. It's been a month since silver's valuation entered a consolidation phase within the $32-$33.60 per ounce range. As mentioned earlier, the market is awaiting a trigger to break out of this range. If silver rises above $33.60 per ounce, it will signal a continuation of the recovery from early April's losses, with a potential target around $35.50 per ounce. In a similar scenario, sellers may have less room to maneuver due to the nearby local support just below $31 per ounce, which could limit further downside. *** Be sure to check out InvestingPro to stay in sync with the market trend and what it means for your trading. Whether you're a novice investor or a seasoned trader, leveraging InvestingPro can unlock a world of investment opportunities while minimizing risks amid the challenging market AI: AI-selected stock winners with a proven track record. InvestingPro Fair Value: Instantly find out if a stock is underpriced or overvalued. Advanced Stock Screener: Search for the best stocks based on hundreds of selected filters and criteria. Top Ideas: See what stocks billionaire investors such as Warren Buffett, Michael Burry, and George Soros are buying. Disclaimer: This article is written for informational purposes only. It is not intended to encourage the purchase of assets in any way, nor does it constitute a solicitation, offer, recommendation or suggestion to invest. I would like to remind you that all assets are evaluated from multiple perspectives and are highly risky, so any investment decision and the associated risk belongs to the investor. We also do not provide any investment advisory services. Related articles Silver: Bulls Seek Fresh Catalyst as Strong Demand Fails to Move the Needle Gold: US-China Talks, Weak Dollar, Asian ETF Inflows to Set Near-Term Course Natural Gas: Pullback from $3 Support Could Offer Strong Buying Opportunity Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data
