Comparing the 2026 layoffs at Volkswagen Group (50,000 jobs) and Heineken (6,000 jobs). Volkswagen Group cut more people and a larger share of its workforce.
| Volkswagen Group | Heineken | |
|---|---|---|
| People Cut | 50,000 | 6,000 |
| % of Workforce | 7.4% | 6.9% |
| Total Workforce | 680,000 | 87,000 |
| Date | ||
| Category | WEAK DEMAND | WEAK DEMAND |
| Industry | Automotive & Transportation | Consumer Goods |
| Reason | 50K jobs by 2030. | Weak beer demand + EverGreen 2030 strategy. |