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Volkswagen Board Approves Sweeping Restructuring, 50,000 Job Cuts
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First reported by Globes · 14 hours ago
What happened
Volkswagen's board has approved a significant restructuring plan that will cut around 50,000 jobs and could lead to the closure of four German plants. The move aims to address declining financial performance amid rising costs and increased competition.
- 01Volkswagen to cut 50,000 jobs as part of major restructuring.
- 02Four German plants face potential closure after 2031.
- 03Restructuring driven by falling profits and rising costs.
- 04SEAT brand production to be phased out by 2029.
- 05Osnabrück plant transfer to government for JV pending.
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