VW ejected from Euro Stoxx 50 as shares hit 16-year low

Volkswagen is being removed from the Euro Stoxx 50 index after its shares fell to a 16-year low, reflecting deepening investor concerns over the carmaker's crisis. The delisting marks a symbolic blow to a European industrial champion and may trigger forced selling by index-tracking funds, amplifying downward pressure on the stock. The move underscores the broader structural challenges facing Europe's auto sector, including the EV transition and competitive pressures.