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VW withdraws support for former Audi chief Stadler after fraud conviction

According to Handelsblatt, Volkswagen (VW) is withdrawing its guarantee of a liability settlement for former Audi chief Rupert Stadler following a recent fraud conviction against him. The move removes corporate backing for the settlement arrangement and could affect Stadler’s legal and financial position.

VW withdraws support for former Audi chief Stadler after fraud conviction
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Handelsblatt reports that the company justifies the decision by no longer securing the liability settlement. The measure explicitly concerns the guarantee for the settlement for Rupert Stadler, who is identified as a former member of Audi’s management board.

According to the report, the situation remains more favorable for another former top manager; Handelsblatt does not provide details on that case.

Source: www.handelsblatt.com