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It is one of the three biggest carmakers in the world, with a dominant market share of some 21 per cent in its home market - which actually grew in the recent past. Yet both from a strategic and a global perspective, the Wolfsburgers are under marked pressure.

Key Takeaways Volkswagen's focus on BEV innovations and tailored local product strategies aims to boost revenue growth and enhance net margins globally. Efforts in localization, restructuring, and efficiency are set to counteract margin dilution and mitigate tariff impacts in key markets.

Key Takeaways Accelerated electrification, cost reduction, and automation are set to drive margin improvement and establish industry benchmarks in affordability and profitability. Expansion in digital services, premium brands, and emerging markets will fuel recurring high-margin revenue and sustained operating profit growth.

Key Takeaways Sustained pricing pressure, regulatory costs, and supply chain risks are eroding profitability and causing volatility in earnings and cash flow. Heavy investment needs in EV technology and regional manufacturing are depressing returns, with rising incentives further squeezing margins.