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2025-07-26 03:09:44 UTC
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Volkswagen's operating profit took a 33% hit due to Trump's 25% tariff on EU car exports to the U.S., resulting in a €1.3 billion loss in the first half of 2025. This has exacerbated existing challenges like soaring costs and weak EU demand, pushing the company into crisis mode.
Loss of €1.3 billion in the first half of 2025
33% hit to operating profit
Slashing of full-year forecasts
Increased pressure from existing challenges
Trump’s 25% tariff on EU car exports to the U.S.
Soaring costs
Weak EU demand
Cheap Chinese EVs flooding the market