Top Volkswagen Executives Charged With Market Manipulation

German prosecutors charged Volkswagen executives with stock market manipulation, alleging they failed to inform investors about the financial risks of a diesel emission scandal. In 2015, Volkswagen admitted to using illegal software to cheat on emissions tests, affecting millions of vehicles. The scandal led to lawsuits and cost the company around $30 billion. Despite the financial hit, Volkswagen's CEO, who joined in 2015, was not implicated. The company claims the allegations are groundless after a thorough investigation. Leadership changes in the Volkswagen Group were also noted.

What were the Volkswagen executives charged with?

• Insider trading

• Stock market manipulation

• Money laundering

• Tax evasion

What did Volkswagen admit to in 2015?

• Overstating vehicle safety features

• Falsifying sales records

• Using illegal software to cheat emissions tests

• Bribing government officials

How much did the diesel emission scandal cost Volkswagen?

• $40 billion

• $10 billion

• $20 billion

• $30 billion

What was the impact on Volkswagen's stock after the scandal?

• It increased by 50%

• It plummeted by nearly 50%

• It remained stable

• It increased by 20%

Who was promoted to CEO of the Volkswagen Group?

• The former CFO

• The head of marketing

• DC

• The head of production