The Stellantis Corporate Standard Ethics Rating
Recently, Standard Ethics confirmed Stellantis’ “E+” Corporate Standard Ethics Rating (SER), an award that reflects the company’s commitment to sustainability and business ethics. However, Stellantis’ current situation is complex, especially in light of the CEO’s recent resignation and the challenges that the automotive sector is facing. This rating, although positive, raises questions about the real implementation of sustainability policies by the company
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The challenges of sustainability in the automotive sector
The automotive sector is constantly evolving and companies face significant challenges related to sustainability. The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises represent an important framework, but it is difficult to assess the extent to which Stellantis has implemented these guidelines. Issues such as local communities, employment, transformation and dividend policy are just some of the aspects that need attention. Standard Ethics experts emphasize that, despite the current rating, there are still many areas in which the company needs to improve
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Future prospects and strategic investments
In a context of crisis and change, it is essential that Stellantis evaluates its strategies and investments. Today’s challenges require a proactive approach and the ability to adapt quickly to new market realities. Experts warn that, waiting to see how the company will manage recent difficulties and changes at the top, the sustainability rating remains unchanged. However, the future of Stellantis will depend on its ability to address these challenges and to implement effective measures to improve its position in the industry
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