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Mercedes-Benz (MBGY) Faces Potential U.S. Market Ban Under New Bill

Mercedes-Benz (MBGY) is facing possible exclusion from the U.S. auto market under the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026, which seeks to limit Chinese ownership among automakers. The bill targets companies with any equity interest from a foreign-adversary government, specifically China, where Mercedes-Benz's largest shareholder, BAIC, holds a 9.98% stake. Should the legislation pass, it could prohibit the production and sales of Mercedes vehicles in the U.S., impacting its operations and workforce of over 10,000 employees. The bill is still under consideration by Congress and aims to strengthen U.S. market security against foreign adversaries.