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Mercedes: A star that's lost its sheen?

Vaishali Dinakaran
March 18, 2026

Hit by US tariffs, high energy costs in Europe and plummeting sales in China, Mercedes-Benz's operating profits fell 57% in 2025. A sign the iconic brand's sheen is fading or a broader issue with legacy carmakers?

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