AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoJob Cuts: Germany’s chemical industry is facing a major wave of layoffs. Ubisoft is proposing voluntary departures at studios in Düsseldorf, Berlin and Mainz, while Fishlabs has confirmed cuts to development and support teams. BMW Workforce Changes: BMW’s HR portal reportedly crashed as more than 40,000 employees checked a voluntary severance offer, highlighting the scale of interest in the programme. Automotive Jobs: Germany and France have agreed on measures to support Europe’s car industry through investment, research and electric-vehicle production, with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz calling it a positive signal for jobs. Banking and Jobs: UniCredit has ECB approval to raise its Commerzbank stake above 30% and expects to secure control around year-end; Berlin says protecting jobs is a priority. Parental Leave: Germany’s Federal Labour Court has ruled that separating from a partner does not end an employee’s parental leave.
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