Germany news: Volkwagen posts 3rd quarter losses of nearly €6 bln

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Germany's largest car maker reported third quarter losses of €5.8 billion as its major financial struggles continue. And Chancellor Friedrich Merz concludes his tour of Asia with a visit to South Korea. DW has more.

  • Volkswagen (VW) posts 3rd quarter losses of €5.8 billion ($6.46 bln)
  • VW has been struggling to keep pace with competition from China and to transition to electric vehicles
  • Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in South Korea at the end of his Asia tour

Here are the main headlines from and about Germany on Thursday, October 29, 2026: