• To Our Shareholders
  • Our Ambition
  • Important Events in 2013

    The year 2013 was dominated by product off ensives at all of our divisions. Our innovative vehicles, pioneering technologies and efficient production processes set new standards in automobile manufacturing and strengthened our position on international markets, thus laying the groundwork for further growth.

  • Chairman's Letter
  • Board of Management
  • Report of the Supervisory Board

    Dear Shareholders, the Supervisory Board dealt intensively and comprehensively with the strategic and operational development of the Daimler Group in seven meetings during the 2013 financial year.

  • Supervisory Board
  • Daimler and the Capital Market

    Daimler’s share price gains 52 % over the year. Global stock markets developed very positively in 2013, supported by the expansive monetary policy of the central banks and the easing of the European sovereign debt crisis. The Board of Management and the Supervisory Board propose an increased dividend of €2.25 per share (prior year: €2.20). We off er investors and analysts a comprehensive range of investor relations services. Daimler took advantage of the high level of liquidity on international capital markets to refi nance its operations at attractive terms.

  • Objectives and Strategy

    Our overriding corporate goal is to achieve sustained profitable growth and thus continually increase the value of the Group. We aim to attain the leading position in all of our business segments. To achieve that goal, we have defined four strategic growth areas for the Group. We will implement measures related to those areas in the coming years within the framework of the growth strategies of our divisions. These strategies will be accompanied by efficiency programs to ensure that our growth has a solid financial foundation.

  • Key figures
    • Key figures Divisions
    • Key figures Group
    • Ten Year Summary
    • Key figures comparison
  • Worldwide
    • Daimler Worldwide
    • International Representive Offices

  Efficient Operation - Profitable Growth. Daimler is growing faster, on a broader front and in more markets than ever before. This growth is based on extensive product offensives in all our divisions. We are expanding our product range, creating new segments and specifically addressing regionally different customer requirements. And in doing all of this, one thing is crucial: We don’t want to grow at any price, but with sustainable profitability. That’s why the efficiency programs in the divisions are an additional key element of our growth strategy. Find out more in the section Efficiency & Growth of this Annual Report.

• Management Report
  • Corporate Profile
    • Business model
    • Portfolio changes and strategic cooperations
    • Performance measurement system
    • Daimler strengthens customer focus
    • Corporate governance statement
  • Business and General Conditions
    • The world economy
    • Automotive markets
    • Business development
  • Profitability
    • EBIT
    • Statement of income
    • Dividend
    • Net operating profit
    • Value added
  • Liquidity and Capital Resources
    • Principles and objectives of financial management
    • Cash flows
    • Other financial commitments
    • Investment in propery, plant and equipment
    • Refinancing
    • Credit ratings
  • Financial Position
    • Consolidated statement of financial position
    • Off-balance-sheet assets
    • Funded status of pension obligations
  • Daimler AG
    • Profitability
    • Financial position, liquidity and capital resources
    • Risks and opportunities
    • Outlook
  • Sustainability
    • Sustainability at Daimler
    • Research and development
    • Innovation and safety
    • Environmental protection
    • Workforce
    • Social responsibility
  • Economic Situation
  • Events after 2013
  • Remuneration Report
    • Principles of Board of Management remuneration
    • Board of Management remuneration in 2013
    • Commitments upon termination of service
    • Remuneration of the Supervisory Board
  • Information Relevant to Acquisitions
  • Risk and Opportunity Report
    • Risk management system
    • Opportunity management system
    • Risks and opportunities
    • Industry and business risks and opportunities
    • Risks and opportunities specific to the Group
    • Financial risks and opportunities
    • Risks from guarantees and legal risks
    • Overall assessment of risks and opportunities
  • Outlook
    • The world economy
    • Automotive markets
    • Unit sales
    • Revenue and earnings
    • Free cash flow and liquidity
    • Dividend
    • Capital expenditure
    • Research and development
    • Workforce
    • Overall statement on future development

  The year 2013 was very successful for Daimler overall. We significantly increased our unit sales and revenue, and continuously improved the profitability of our divisions as the year progressed. We thrilled our customers with numerous new products. And we set new standards with pioneering innovations, above all with regard to the safety and environmental compatibility of our vehicles. In the year 2014, we will continue our growth offensive and further enhance the efficiency of our processes.

• Divisions
  • Mercedes-Benz Cars

    2013 was another record year for Mercedes-Benz Cars. Unit sales, revenue and production reached all-time highs. As we anticipated at the beginning of 2013, EBIT displayed a clear upward trend as the year progressed. Our most important new model was the S-Class, a pioneer of automotive development that underscores our leadership in the luxury segment. Additional new models in 2013 were the new E-Class and the CLA compact coupe. We also unveiled the new GLA, a compact SUV. Targeted investment in our global production network and sustained improvements in efficiency have put us on track for further profitable growth.

  • Daimler Trucks

    Daimler Trucks. Daimler Trucks continued to forge ahead with its product offensive in 2013. The presentation of the new Mercedes-Benz Arocs and Atego models and of the Mercedes-Benz SLT, Econic and Unimog special trucks enabled Daimler Trucks to complete its Euro VI-compliant product range well before the stricter emissions standards came into effect at the beginning of 2014. The new product from Daimler Trucks North America, the Freightliner Cascadia Evolution, has met with an outstanding market response. The BharatBenz brand’s expanded product lineup is also setting new standards on India’s roads. The new “Asia Business Model,” an excellence initiative of the “Daimler Trucks #1” program, reached a milestone when production of FUSO models commenced in Chennai, India.

  • Mercedes-Benz Vans

    In 2013, Mercedes-Benz Vans launched the new Sprinter — the global vehicle in the van segment. With its new safety and assistance systems, the Sprinter sets new standards in its class. Our unit sales increased in 2013 and we achieved double-digit growth rates in China, Latin America and Eastern Europe. Despite sharp market declines in Western European, we were able to improve our earnings. We are continuing our “Vans goes global” growth strategy. By starting production of the Sprinter Classic in Russia and strengthening our activities in China, we have laid the foundations for continued growth.

  • Daimler Buses

    Numerous new products and the systematic continuation of the “GLOBE 2013” growth and efficiency program contributed to the turnaround at Daimler Buses. Higher unit sales and further efficiency progress led to a significant earnings improvement in financial year 2013. The division thus confirmed its leadership in the core markets of Western Europe and Latin America. During the year under review, the division focused on converting the entire European product range to Euro VI-compliant exhaust-gas technology. Daimler Buses set new standards in the luxury coach segment with the presentation of the new Setra TopClass 500.

  • Daimler Financial Services

    At Daimler Financial Services, the number of financed or leased cars and commercial vehicles passed the three-million mark for the first time ever. New business and contract volume reached new record levels. The division also set a new record for brokering automotive insurance policies. At the end of 2013, the car-sharing program car2go had almost 600,000 customers and was the market leader in its segment. Once again, customers and dealers alike gave the Daimler Group’s financial services division very high marks.

  Daimler’s divisions generally performed well in an market environment that remained difficult. We renewed our product range while continuing to increase our efficiency. We were able to improve our market position in many areas.

• Corporate Governance
  • Report of the Audit Committee
  • Integrity and Compliance
  • Declaration of Compliance
  • Corporate Governance Report
    • Principles of our governance
    • Board of Management and Supervisory Board
    • Shareholders and Annual Shareholders' Meeting
    • Shares held and Directors' Dealings
    • Risk management and financial reporting
    • Corporate governance statement

  Daimler’s Board of Management and Supervisory Board are committed to the principles of good corporate governance. All of our activities are based on the principles of responsible, transparent and sustainable management.

• Consolidated Financial Statements
  • Statement of Income
  • Comprehensive Income
  • Balance Sheet
  • Cash Flow Statement
  • Changes in Equity
  • Notes
  • Responsibility Statement
  • Independent Auditors' Report

  The Consolidated Financial Statements presented as follows have been prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). They also comply with additional requirements set forth in Section 315a (1) of the German Commercial Code (HGB).

• Efficiency & Growth
  • Attractive and Fascinating Products
  • Growth through Global Presence
  • Innovation and Technology Leadership
  • Tailored Financial Services
  • Pioneering Mobility Concepts
  • Increased Efficiency at All Divisions
  • Motivated and High-performing Employees
  • First-class Customer Care
  • Integrity is the Basis for Our Success

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