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Who actually owns Volvo Cars?
Volvo Cars is majority-owned by Geely, a Chinese multinational automotive company, since 2010. While Volvo maintains its Swedish heritage and headquarters, Geely's ownership has influenced its strategy, particularly its focus on the Chinese market and electric vehicle development, which is now facing challenges.
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