If that is not fulfilled, then the deal could fall through. One of GM's conditions is that Spyker's chairman and its biggest investor, Russian banking tycoon Vladimir Antonov, should exit the company if the sale of Saab is completed. It is believed that GM fears Russian involvement in the deal as that could pass Saab's technology into Russian hands and be utilized for building up the Russian auto industry. GM has its own agenda in Russia and would do best to avoid strong competition from Russian carmakers using its own technology. Russia is viewed as one of the most promising emerging markets for the automobile industry. GM's being hit hard by the global financial crisis and was brought into bankruptcy protection. It is currently trying to restructure its business by getting rid of the brands it doesn't need and keep its core brands. While focusing on its four major brands—Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac—it has either closed or sold Saab, Pontiac, Saturn, and Hummer.