GERMANY: Debt burden will pressure Conti - analyst

Author: just-auto.com editorial team | 20 February 2009

Continental's 2008 net loss of EUR1.1bn was as good as could be expected given the harsh trading environment towards the end of the year, but debt burden is likely to become an increasingly pressing issue, an analyst has said.

just-auto articles are only available to registered users and members.

Join now for increased access

There are various access options to choose from. All provide instant access to the latest news, insight and expert analysis.

If you’re already a member, login here.


Join just-auto now and save 42%

If you’re already a member, login here

Not what you were looking for?

Search just-auto:

More articles related to this one

GERMANY: Hopes expressed for Schaeffler-Conti 'common concept'
After a prolonged period of infighting between Conti and its putative new owner Schaeffler, the outgoing chairman of the firm's supervisory board, Rolf Koerfer, has expressed hopes that the company can fashion a 'common concept' with Schaeffler.

RESEARCH ANALYSIS: Review of the vehicle’s electrical and electronic architecture
As vehicle comfort and convenience features continue to proliferate, Matthew Beecham reports on some of the consequences for the vehicle's electrical and electronic architecture.

GERMANY: Conti CEO steps down; chairman to go later
As expected, the infighting on the Continental board has led to the chief executive agreeing to step down immediately with the chairman stepping down later.

Welcome to the home of automotive information, insight & intelligence

Not a member? Join here

Decrease font sizeDecrease font sizeDecrease font size Increase font sizeIncrease font sizeIncrease font size Comment on this article Email this to a friend Print this page