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Mercedes-Benz intensifies productivity measures at German operations

Mercedes-Benz reported that it intensified global productivity measures in June 2026, with particular focus on German locations. In the first half of 2026, the company recorded about €1.1 billion in cash outflows for severance payments under its Next Level Performance programme; administrative expenses fell 14% and research and development spending fell 12% year over year.