Volkswagen Shares Unlikely to React Well to Latest Cost Plan

Dow Jones07-10 14:50

0650 GMT - Volkswagen shares will probably not react well to the company's future plan that was released late Thursday, Bernstein analysts write. The plan is "long on ideals but very short on specifics," the bank says. VW said its model lineup will be gradually concentrated on the most attractive market segments and streamlined by up to 50% while the complexity of the range will be reduced by up to 75%. The company also said it is extending its technology leadership, a claim that will likely raise eyebrows given the pace of innovation among its Chinese competitors, Bernstein adds. There was no mention of reported job cuts or plant closures, but Work Council leader Daniella Cavallo called for VW CEO Oliver Blume to make a statement about the rumors, Bernstein notes. (dominic.chopping@wsj.com)

 

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