# BMW posts lower Q3 earnings as China competition intensifies

https://mins.news/en/item/128859

- DW, 2026-11-04 10:25 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/bmw-reports-lower-q3-earnings-as-china-woes-mount/a-79850847?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> BMW’s third-quarter pretax earnings fell nearly 15% amid weak business in China and fierce competition from Chinese automakers. Net profit dropped to €1.45 billion and sales declined nearly 6%. The company lowered its outlook and said it would accelerate restructuring, including 8,000 job cuts in Germany.

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