Volkswagen labor leader calls on Blume to relinquish dual-CEO position, according to memo.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 02 2025
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Source: Reuters
Pressure on CEO: Volkswagen's labor chief, Daniela Cavallo, is urging CEO Oliver Blume to relinquish one of his dual roles as head of both Volkswagen and Porsche AG due to governance concerns raised by shareholders and workers.
Search for Successor: Reports indicate that Porsche has initiated a search for a successor to Blume, highlighting the growing scrutiny over his leadership amid calls for a more focused management approach.
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Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
