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flag Volkswagen cut 2025 profit forecast due to Porsche's EV delays and weak demand, hurting shares.

flag Volkswagen shares fell 4.9% on the DAX, the worst performer, after revising its 2025 operating margin forecast to 2%-3% from 4%-5%, citing a €5.1 billion negative impact from Porsche’s delayed EV launches and strategic shift. flag Porsche lowered its profit margin outlook to a maximum of 2% from 5%-7%, attributing the drop to weak EV demand, especially in China, and rising U.S. tariffs. flag The automaker recorded a €3 billion non-cash impairment charge and a €3.1 billion hit to operating profit, leading Volkswagen to expect zero net cash flow from automotive operations, down from €1-3 billion. flag Analysts expressed concern over long-term brand and product cycle risks, while UBS maintained a neutral rating on Volkswagen stock.

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