Event Brief
Germany economy shows surprise growth; VW profits drop
Filed: Apr 30, 2026 at 5:03 AM ET
Summary: Germany’s economy grew more than expected as VW reported a sharp profit drop amid rising energy costs.
WHO: VW
WHAT: VW reports a sharp drop in profits
WHEN: Apr 30, 2026 at 4:43 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: No specific cause was reported.
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