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Fisker Faces Bankruptcy as Challenges Mount

The EV startup struggles with production, financial, and operational issues, signaling a deepening crisis.

  • Fisker Inc. produced only 10,193 vehicles against a projected 42,400, leading to significant financial losses.
  • The company announced a 15% workforce reduction, halted production for six weeks, and is seeking new financing amid delisting threats.
  • Internal mismanagement includes losing track of millions in customer payments and facing multiple 'material weaknesses' in financial reporting.
  • Fisker's flagship Ocean SUV faced production difficulties and software bugs, impacting its market performance.
  • The company is considering restructuring, refinancing debt, issuing new stock, and selling assets to avoid bankruptcy.
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