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AUBURN HILLS, Michigan - Automaker Stellantis N.V. (NYSE:STLA), currently valued at $28.66 billion, announced Tuesday plans to invest $13 billion over the next four years to expand its manufacturing operations in the United States, increasing domestic vehicle production capacity by 50% and adding more than 5,000 new jobs. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock appears undervalued against its Fair Value, making this significant investment particularly noteworthy for investors tracking undervalued opportunities.
The investment, described as the largest in the company’s 100-year U.S. history, will support five new vehicle launches and 19 product updates through 2029 across plants in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan and Indiana. While InvestingPro data shows the company has been quickly burning through cash, this strategic move could strengthen its position in the U.S. market. For detailed analysis of Stellantis’s financial health and growth prospects, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report, available exclusively on InvestingPro.
According to the company’s statement, the Belvidere Assembly Plant in Illinois will reopen with a $600 million investment to produce Jeep Cherokee and Compass models starting in 2027, creating approximately 3,300 jobs.
In Ohio, Stellantis will invest nearly $400 million to shift production of a new midsize truck to the Toledo Assembly Complex, potentially adding over 900 jobs with production expected to begin in 2028.
The Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Michigan will receive nearly $100 million to produce a new range-extended EV and internal combustion engine large SUV starting in 2028, adding more than 900 jobs. Additionally, $130 million will go toward preparing the Detroit Assembly Complex for next-generation Dodge Durango production, scheduled for 2029.
In Indiana, the company will invest over $100 million in its Kokomo facilities to manufacture the new GMET4 EVO four-cylinder engine beginning in 2026, adding more than 100 jobs.
"This investment in the U.S. will drive our growth, strengthen our manufacturing footprint and bring more American jobs to the states we call home," said Antonio Filosa, Stellantis CEO and North America COO, in the press release.
The company noted that the investments are subject to successful negotiation and final approval of development packages with appropriate state and local governments.
Stellantis currently operates 34 facilities across 14 states, supporting approximately 48,000 employees, 2,600 dealers and nearly 2,300 suppliers.
In other recent news, Stellantis N.V. has been in the spotlight with several key developments. The automaker appointed Joao Laranjo as its new Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Doug Ostermann. Laranjo brings over two decades of experience in finance and auditing, with significant expertise in the automotive sector. Additionally, Stellantis has expanded its partnership with Mistral AI to enhance AI integration across its operations. This collaboration will establish an Innovation Lab and a Transformation Academy to develop customized AI solutions and scale AI adoption. On the analyst front, Berenberg upgraded Stellantis’s stock rating from Hold to Buy, citing an improving outlook for the company. This comes despite a challenging first half of 2025, where Stellantis barely broke even on adjusted operating profit and reported negative free cash flow. Meanwhile, TD Cowen has maintained its Hold rating on Stellantis, noting an improving risk/reward setup and potential for better news flow in the coming months.
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