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Mercedes-Benz Group (XTRA:MBG) After The ChargePoint Expansion, Is The EV Narrative Underpriced?

Simply Wall St · 2d ago

Mercedes-Benz Group (XTRA:MBG) is back in focus after extending its partnership with ChargePoint to supply integrated electric vehicle charging solutions for business and fleet customers across the UK and Germany.

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The latest charging partnership comes shortly after Mercedes-Benz Group issued updated 2026 guidance and reported second quarter results. The stock has shown a 6.57% 1 month share price return, while the year to date share price return remains down 22.15%. A 1 year total shareholder return of 4.41% indicates that momentum has only recently started to improve.

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The share price recovery and fresh charging push put Mercedes-Benz Group at an interesting crossroads. Does the recent move already reflect this shift, or are investors still being paid to wait for a cleaner entry point before committing more capital?

Most Popular Narrative: 19.2% Undervalued

The most widely followed valuation narrative puts Mercedes-Benz Group’s fair value at €59.69, comfortably above the last close at €48.21, which makes the charging expansion story more interesting for long term holders.

The upcoming launch of over 25 new models, including core segment EVs built on the advanced, flexible Mercedes-Benz Electric Architecture (MB.EA), positions Mercedes-Benz to capitalize on the global shift toward electric vehicles and premium electrification, supporting future revenue growth and higher average selling prices. Strategic emphasis on proprietary digital platforms, notably the MB.OS operating system, will enable Mercedes-Benz to generate high-margin, recurring revenue through over-the-air updates and connected services, driving long-term improvement in operating margins and earnings.

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Want to see what is baked into that valuation gap? The narrative leans heavily on premium pricing, recurring software revenue, and a richer earnings mix over time.

Result: Fair Value of €59.69 (UNDERVALUED)

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However, Mercedes-Benz Group still faces pressure from weaker China demand and higher tariffs. These factors could weigh on margins and challenge the current undervaluation story.

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.