VW: Profit Decline, Customs Risks, Revision of Annual Forecast – Wolfsburg Car Manufacturer Under Pressure!

Volkswagen is currently navigating turbulent waters. The automotive group faced a massive profit decline in the second quarter of 2025. With a net profit of 2.29 billion euros, it recorded a decrease of more than a third and the weakest quarter since the Corona pandemic. The EBIT margin fell to just 4.2%. High Costs, Weak Margins, Further Decline in the Chinese Market A significant burden was the weak operational performance of the premium brands Porsche and Audi. Additionally, there were high expenses for ongoing remodeling and transformation...