(April 30, 2014) STUTTGART, Germany — Daimler AG reported today that it started 2014 with significant growth in unit sales, revenue and earnings. Worldwide, the Group sold 565,800 cars and commercial vehicles in the first quarter — more than ever before — increasing its unit sales by 13% compared with the prior-year period.
Despite unfavorable exchange rate developments, revenue increased by 13% to €29.5 billion ($40.7 billion). Net profit reached €1,086 million ($1.49 billion), nearly double compared with the prior-year period.