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Job Cuts Hit European Retail and Auto Sectors

Major job cuts announced by French grocery chain Auchan and German auto parts maker Schaeffler reflect challenges in retail and automotive sectors.

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How many jobs is Schaeffler planning to cut, and why?: Schaeffler, a German automotive parts manufacturer, plans to cut 4,700 jobs across Europe, primarily in Germany, due to lower European car production and weakness in various industrial sectors.
What changes is Auchan making to its store operations?: Auchan's restructuring includes reducing the sales area of its hypermarkets by 25%, focusing on smaller stores, drive-through services, and home delivery of fresh products.
What broader economic trends are contributing to these job cuts?: Both companies' actions reflect the challenges faced by businesses in the retail and automotive sectors, which are struggling with decreased demand and changing market dynamics.
What measures is Schaeffler taking to improve its competitiveness?: Schaeffler's job cuts are part of a broader restructuring effort to improve its competitiveness, involving production consolidation and facility adjustments, including the closure of two plants outside of Germany.
What is Auchan planning to do in response to declining profitability?: Auchan, a French grocery chain, is planning to lay off 2,389 employees and close twelve stores due to declining profitability and changing consumer habits.

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