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Mercedes-Benz has decided to suspend all investments in Germany and is considering closing factories due to high production costs. The management's decision follows unsuccessful negotiations with employee representatives regarding labor cost reductions. Production director Michael Schiebe stated that the team unanimously agreed on halting new investments, citing the need for cost structure changes. The company has been urging employees to find cost-saving solutions, and two factories may close if no progress is made. Schiebe emphasized the necessity to evaluate which German plants might need to be closed if costs remain unchanged, while HR director Britta Seeger expressed a desire to avoid factory closures.