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Daimler Truck Faces 8% Global Delivery Decline in Q1 2025 Amid Mixed Regional Performances

Global Sales Overview

Daimler Truck AG announced a significant 8% drop in global sales for the first quarter of 2025, with deliveries falling to 99,812 units from 109,911 in the same period last year. This decline reflects broader challenges in the automotive sector, including a 7% decrease in battery-electric vehicle sales, which totaled 759 units.

Regional Performance Highlights

Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Trucks North America experienced steep declines of 18% and 16%, respectively. In contrast, Trucks Asia and Daimler Buses reported positive growth, with sales increasing by 16% and 11%.

Market Reaction

Following the announcement, Daimler Truck's stock price slightly decreased by 0.37%, trading at €32.73 per share.