Shares in the carmaker are posting one of the strongest performances on the CAC 40 index, gaining 1.01% to 30.07 euros. This comes despite AlphaValue downgrading its rating on the stock, as well as its price target.
Analysts noted, however, that they remain positive on the stock despite these downgrades. They believe the group is largely shielded from the sector's primary headwinds, particularly regarding tariffs, direct exposure to the Chinese market, and European industrial overcapacity linked to declining registrations.
Among other positive factors, AlphaValue highlights that the group's organization and lineup renewal across the Renault, Dacia, and Alpine brands offer one of the most competitive portfolios in years. The group boasts a strong position in hybrids and comprehensive segment coverage, which should drive further market share gains.
Finally, analysts praised the group's partnership strategy, which generates economies of scale, reduces costs, improves return on capital employed (ROCE), strengthens technological capabilities, and shares risks while increasing flexibility despite Renault's more modest size.
AlphaValue now rates the stock as 'accumulate', down from 'buy', and has lowered its price target from 44.80 to 35.50 euros.
Renault is one of the world's leading automobile constructors. Net sales break down by activity as follows:
- sale of vehicles (88.9%): 2,336,807 passenger and commercial vehicles sold in 2025, distributed by brand between Renault (1,628,030), Dacia (697,408), Alpine (10,970), Renault Korea Motors (399) and other (2,431);
- services (10.2%): financing services for vehicle sales (purchasing, renting, leasing, etc.; RCI Banque), related services (maintenance, warranty extension, assistance, etc.) and mobility services.
At the end of 2025, the group had 25 industrial sites worldwide.
Net sales are distributed geographically as follows: France (28.5%), Europe (50.6%), Americas (8.2%), Eurasia (5%), Asia-Pacific (4.3%), Africa and Middle East (3.4%).
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