Volkswagen (VOW3.DE)

Overall impact
C (46)

Commentary

Volkswagen is an average overall performer. With a 'C' rating of 46.2 for overall impact (33rd percentile compared to all companies), Volkswagen ranks 12th out of 21 industry peers, behind Tata Motors, Ferrari, Volvo and 8 others, and ahead of Subaru, Suzuki Motor, Kia Corporation and 6 others. On top material causes for Volkswagen's industry (Automobiles & Parts), Volkswagen performs well in Renewable Energy Growth (86.8 score) and performs poorly in Healthy Oceans (38.4 score), Decent, Safe Work Opportunities (6.5), Sustainable Use of Natural Resources (14.1) and 8 other causes where it received a 'D' or 'F' score.
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Company
Founded
1937
Employees
651,917
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
Industry
Automobiles
Sub-industry
Automobile Manufacturers
SASB industry
Automobiles
Headquarters
Germany
Share classes
VWAPY
VWAGY
VOW3.DE
Description
Volkswagen AG manufactures and sells automobiles in Germany, other European countries, North America, South America, the Asia-Pacific, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Passenger Cars and Light Commercial Vehicles, Commercial Vehicles, Power Engineering, and Financial Services. The Passenger Cars and Light Commercial Vehicles segment engages in the development of vehicles, engines, and vehicle software; produces and sells passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, and related parts; and offers motorcycles. The Commercial Vehicles segment develops, produces, and sells trucks and buses; and offers parts and related services. The Power Engineering segment offers large-bore diesel engines, turbomachinery, and propulsion components. The Financial Services segment provides dealership and customer financing, leasing, direct banking and insurance, fleet management, and mobility services. It sells its products under the Volkswagen Passenger Cars, "koda, SEAT/CUPRA, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Audi, Lamborghini, Bentley, Ducati, Porsche, Scania, MAN, Volkswagen Truck & Bus, Navistar commercial vehicles, and Bugatti brands. The company was founded in 1937 and is headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen AG operates as a subsidiary of Porsche Automobil Holding SE.
Material causes
Ethos considers the following causes material for Volkswagen, based on its industry sub-industry Automobile Manufacturers. Learn more about material causes in our methodology overview.

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