Could Chrysler Be Killed This Friday?

Chrysler remains alive...

People have been "talking nonsense" with speculation over Fiat and Chrysler brands, Marchionne said. "This presentation's focus is on global brands. I think Chrysler is going to continue to be relevant in the U.S. Don't expect it to be a global brand."

Detroit icon Chrysler, saved out of bankruptcy by Fiat, was the subject of speculation before the meeting that it would die as a brand. The company said it plans to make most capital investments in next five years in global brands — just 25% will go to Chrysler, Dodge and Fiat. So investments are still planned, but not at levels near Jeep, Ram, Alfa Romeo and Maserati.

FCA is also now totally debt free and can focus on building its future without debt constraints.