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Mercedes-Benz cuts 2026 profit outlook as China struggles hit German carmakers

First reported 2026-10-27 11:58 UTC · Updated 2026-10-27 14:36 UTC · 3 independent sources

Mercedes-Benz has lowered its 2026 profit forecast as weak Chinese demand and rising material costs squeeze earnings, following similar outlook cuts by Volkswagen and BMW amid intensifying competition.

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  1. 2026-10-27 11:58 UTCIraqi News via AFP · iraqinews.com ↗
  2. 2026-10-27 12:51 UTCTimesLIVE via Reuters · timeslive.co.za ↗
  3. 2026-10-27 14:36 UTCIOL · iol.co.za ↗

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