Market Chatter: Mercedes-Benz Said Targeting EUR800 Million Labor Cost Savings in Germany

MT Newswires · 1d ago
06:29 AM EDT, 09/24/2026 (MT Newswires) -- Mercedes-Benz Group (MBG.F) is considering measures to reduce its labor expenses in Germany by up to 800 million euros as domestic production costs escalate, German news outlet WirtschaftsWoche reported Thursday. People familiar with the matter told the publication that potential options include extending work hours without extra pay, adjusting holiday bonuses or removing special payments. Two of the automotive group's German plants may also be shut down if cost-cutting targets are not met, the report added. Mercedes-Benz did not immediately respond to a request for comment from MT Newswires. (Market Chatter news is derived from conversations with market professionals globally. This information is believed to be from reliable sources but may include rumor and speculation. Accuracy is not guaranteed.)