AGP Executive Report
Last update: 21 minutes agoAuto Restructuring: Volkswagen approved Future Plan 2030, targeting a profit-margin jump to 9% and cutting European capacity from 12m to 9m vehicles, with plant closures (including four in Germany) and further workforce adjustments on top of earlier 50,000 job plans. Brand Uncertainty: Reports say Seat could be retired by end-2029, though VW says “all options are open” as it weighs regulation and electrification economics. Industrial Pulse: Germany’s industrial production fell 1.1% in July (auto output down 9.2% after shutdowns), while energy production rose 4.7%. Consumer Tech & Apps: WhatsApp ends support for Android 5.0/5.1 from Sept 8 and raises iPhone iOS requirements to iOS 15.5 by Nov 30. Packaging & Sustainability: Elopak highlights growing paper-based packaging momentum in home and personal care, citing strong UK/Germany consumer willingness. Legal/Brands: BASF sues Apple in the US over alleged Face ID patent infringement tied to trinamiX technology. Energy Costs: Austria’s gas storage is lower than last year, but officials say winter supply remains secure. Connected Living: IFA Berlin spotlights DeerRun’s PitPat-powered home fitness challenges and leaderboards.
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