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Job cuts: Magna to cut in Europe and U.S.


Magna International Inc., one of the largest automobile parts manufacturer in North America by sales plans to cut jobs in Europe and the United States as demand of car parts is slowing down in Europe more than expected, CEO Donald Walker told reporters in Germany. "We certainly need to make adjustments. We are working our best to establish a global presence ...
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