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Volkswagen reported a record operational loss of €5.9 billion in Q3 2026, driven by exceptional costs and challenges in the Chinese market. The company plans to cut 100,000 jobs and close up to four factories in Germany as part of its restructuring efforts. Financial pressures are compounded by a shift in consumer preference towards local electric vehicle brands in China. Despite these challenges, Volkswagen's shares rose by 1.7% following earlier announcements of exceptional costs. Analysts warn of potential further asset devaluations if issues in China persist.