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VW Stops Short of Denying Ducati Sale Rumors in Official Statement, Fueling Speculation

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VW Stops Short of Denying Ducati Sale Rumors in Official Statement, Fueling Speculation — PHOTO — RIDEAPART / © RideApart↗ View original

Volkswagen Group has issued an official statement in response to rumors that it is considering selling its motorcycle subsidiary, Ducati. The statement fell short of denying the reports, leaving the door open to the possibility of a sale. Ducati has been part of the VW Group, via Audi and Lamborghini, since 2012. No buyer, price, or timeline has been confirmed.

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Suresh Kawachi

ASIA & GLOBAL MARKETS CORRESPONDENT

38 / Indian Market · Southeast Asia

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Suresh KawachiIndian Market · Southeast Asia Commentary

From a market perspective, Ducati is a prized asset a seller would hate to part with — which is exactly why buyers are lining up. There's a real possibility the world's motorcycle capital map gets redrawn — I wouldn't be surprised if a giant Indian or Chinese company steps up to bid.