... German brands could revive Russians' interest in European cars, which are currently being replaced by Chinese brands. What are the prospects for this return, and what does this mean for Russian consumers and the auto industry itself? Read our article. German Car Brands May Return to Russia: What This Means for the Market and Investors? A recent statement by Ulf Schneider, head of Schneider Group, about the potential return of leading German car brands, such as BMW and Mercedes, to the Russian market as early ...

... manufacturers have raised the bar with technologically advanced, comfortable vehicles, which may prompt German brands to enhance their offerings. Reduced Dependence on Chinese Automakers: As the Russian market fills with Chinese brands, the reintroduction of German cars provides an alternative for consumers who prefer European quality. This diversification would be a positive shift, reducing the market’s reliance on a single region. Restoration of Dealership and Service Infrastructure: German automakers would ...

... group, including developments in Germany. Particular attention is being paid to the following areas: Accelerating development. German manufacturers need to shorten the timelines for creating new products to keep pace with China. Software integration. Developing ... ... automakers are collaborating with Chinese companies to implement their technologies. Pricing. The affordable prices of Chinese cars are forcing other brands to seek ways to reduce costs. What Investors Should Focus On For investors, the growth of the Chinese ...

..., BMW, Stellantis) reacted positively to reports of the trade compromise, as the direct risk of imposing 25–70% tariffs on car exports to the US was eliminated. However, uncertainty in global trade has not completely dissipated—US negotiations with ... ... the Fed's pause: the EUR/USD exchange rate has climbed to above $1.19. On national markets in Europe, dynamics were mixed. The German DAX index gained slightly during the week, supported by a weaker euro (which enhances the export potential of German companies) ...

... thanks to several significant rounds for local startups (for example, the Mexican neobank Klar raised $170 million, and the used car platform Kavak secured $127 million). Thus, the geography of startup investments in 2025 is quite diverse: the primary growth ... ... worth hundreds of millions of dollars, while specialized funds focused on specific niches are also appearing. For example, the German company Auxxo raised €26 million for its Female Catalyst Fund II (with support from the European Investment Fund) to ...