Current Parent Company and Corporate Structure
Ferrari N.V. is a publicly traded holding company that operates as the parent entity for the Ferrari brand. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, with operational headquarters in Maranello, Italy, and maintains a primary listing on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol RACE. The structure separates the road car and racing operations into distinct business lines under the same corporate umbrella. Forbes reports that Ferrari remains one of the most profitable luxury automotive companies by margin.
The holding company model allows Ferrari to manage its Formula 1 racing division, road car production, licensing, and brand partnerships under a single listed entity. This structure provides flexibility for capital allocation, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships while maintaining brand exclusivity. Investors typically analyze Ferrari N.V. as a pure-play luxury performance automotive and motorsport company rather than a traditional mass-market car manufacturer.
Major Shareholders and Ownership Breakdown
Exor N.V., the Agnelli family investment company, remains the largest shareholder and controlling entity of Ferrari N.V. Exor holds a significant voting stake through a combination of direct and indirect holdings, giving the Agnelli family effective control over board decisions and strategic direction. SEC filings confirm Exor's position as the dominant shareholder in Ferrari's capital structure.
Public float accounts for the remaining shares traded on the NYSE, with institutional investors such as asset managers and mutual funds holding substantial positions. The dual-class share structure ensures that the controlling shareholder retains voting power while allowing public investors to participate in the company's financial performance. Ferrari's ownership model balances family control with public market access and capital raising capabilities.
Relationship with Other Automotive Groups
Ferrari operates independently from Stellantis, the multinational automotive conglomerate that owns brands such as Fiat, Chrysler, Jeep, and Peugeot. While the Agnelli family maintains historical ties to Fiat and Stellantis through Exor, Ferrari's corporate structure and operations are fully separate from Stellantis' daily management and product planning. Forbes notes that Ferrari's separation from Stellantis allows it to pursue a distinct premium positioning and pricing strategy.
Ferrari also maintains distinct partnerships and supply relationships outside of Stellantis, collaborating with other automotive and technology companies for specific components and innovation projects. The company's independent status supports its premium brand positioning and allows for flexible strategic decisions regarding production volumes, pricing, and motorsport involvement. This separation reinforces Ferrari's identity as a standalone luxury performance brand rather than a subsidiary within a larger automotive group.