Continental stock: Volkswagen approves ID. Cross tire program
Published on 11/07/2026 at 11:41 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSWeekly drivers for Continental
- Continental raised its 2026 adjusted EBIT margin outlook after strong tire performance.
- Volkswagen approved Continental tires for its electric ID. Cross.
- Higher raw-material costs remain a pressure point for the fourth quarter.
Continental raised its 2026 profitability outlook on Wednesday, November 4, after a stronger third quarter in its tire business. Reuters reported that the company lifted its adjusted operating margin range for continuing operations to 13.4% to 14%, from 12% to 13.5% previously.
Tire business leads outlook change
The revised outlook underscores the importance of Continental's tire operations to group earnings. The company also raised its adjusted free cash flow outlook to around 1.0 billion euros to 1.3 billion euros, according to the November 4 announcement cited by Reuters.
Raw-material costs remain a constraint. Reuters reported that Continental expects higher input costs to weigh more heavily on earnings in the fourth quarter, tempering the benefit of the stronger tire performance.
New Volkswagen program broadens reach
On Thursday, November 5, Volkswagen approved Continental tires as original equipment for the electric ID. Cross. Automotive World said the EcoContact 7 will be factory-fitted in 17-, 18- and 19-inch sizes, while Volkswagen also recommends Continental winter and all-season options.
Continental stock traded at 69.86 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 11:38 CET on Saturday, November 7, 2026; the real-time quote of Continental stock is available here.
Continental AG
- Company: Continental AG
- ISIN: DE0005439004
- Lang & Schwarz quote: 69.86 euros on November 7, 2026, at 11:38 CET
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