Renault industrial activities in Russia are suspended
The Board of Directors of Renault Group met today and approved the following items:
- Renault Group activities in its manufacturing plant in Moscow are suspended as of today.
- Regarding its stake in AVTOVAZ, Renault Group is assessing the available options, taking into account the current environment, while acting responsibly towards its 45,000 employees in Russia.
Consequently, Renault Group has to revise its 2022 financial outlook with:
- A Group operating margin of around 3% (vs ≥ 4% previously);
- A positive automotive operating free cash flow (vs ≥ €1Bn previously).
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A non-cash adjustment charge amounting to the accounting value of the consolidated intangible assets, property, plant and equipment and goodwill should be recorded at the time of the 2022 first half results. As of December 31, 2021, this value amounted to 2,195 million euros.
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Renault Group remains focused on implementing its Renaulution strategic plan. The Group will pursue its commercial policy focused on value, strengthen its competitiveness, and accelerate its cost reduction program.