Volkswagen AG (VOW3) Earnings Call Transcripts

Volkswagen AG's Latest Earnings Call - June 10, 2026

Volkswagen AG's earnings call for Q2 2026 focused heavily on sustainability initiatives, particularly the regenerate+ strategy. The company reported a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions at its facilities, surpassing its 50% target. Management reiterated its commitment to becoming net carbon neutral by 2040. Revenue and earnings figures were not disclosed in the transcript, nor were any changes to financial guidance explicitly mentioned. The call emphasized the integration of sustainability into business strategy, with a focus on circular economy practices.

Reported metrics

Guidance from management

Management reaffirmed its commitment to becoming net carbon neutral by 2040 and highlighted ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability into business operations. No specific financial guidance changes were mentioned.

What management said

Thank you, Dirk. Very insightful, as always. Yes, we are opening the Q&A session. We will -- one is now and then the next one after Andreas and Guido's presentation and then at the very end of the section. And we have here the first one coming in from Justin from Hermes. You mentioned SBTi. Could you confirm the plan for SBTi renewal as the current SBTi contract expires in 2027. To start with, an easy one.

Thank you, Dirk. Sounds reasonable to me. First, now actually what you commit, yes, before you commit to. The next question here would be from Sarah, TEFIO, I hope I spell or pronounce the name correctly. Can you share where or how policy engagement shows up in the regenerate+ program?

What analysts pressed on

Analysts expressed concerns about the feasibility of Volkswagen's decarbonization strategy, particularly the reliance on future BEV ramp-up and external factors like grid decarbonization. Questions were also raised about the adequacy of supplier audits given the large number of suppliers.

Main topics on the call

• Sustainability Strategy — Volkswagen highlighted its regenerate+ strategy, emphasizing a 60% reduction in CO2 emissions at its facilities, exceeding the 50% target. Management stated, 'sustainability will not go away' and is 'a fundamental pillar...
• Circular Economy — The company is advancing its circular economy initiatives, focusing on recycling and reuse of materials. Management noted, 'circular economy is very important because it's a scaling business,' aiming to process 15,000 ca...
• Sustainable Revenue — Volkswagen reported that 19.9% of its sales, approximately EUR 64 billion, are from sustainable revenues, including BEVs and mobility services. This is the first time the company has presented this metric.
• Supply Chain Complexity — The company discussed the complexity of managing a supply chain with over 63,000 suppliers, emphasizing the importance of compliance with sustainability standards. Management noted challenges in transparency and data sha...

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Earnings Call History

EarningsCalls.dev has 63 Volkswagen AG earnings call transcripts on record, spanning March 17, 2020 to July 24, 2026. Based on this history, Volkswagen AG reports quarterly. The most recent call on file is dated July 24, 2026. The full list is below — each row opens the complete, free-to-read transcript.

Ticker

VOW3

Exchange

XTRA

Country

DE

Sector

Consumer Discretionary

Industry

Automobiles

Calls on record

63

First call

March 17, 2020

Most recent

July 24, 2026

Reporting cadence

quarterly