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Mercedes-Benz Offers $540,000 Payouts for Employee Exits

Mercedes-Benz has taken a somewhat shocking approach to handle its financial woes, offering substantial incentives for employees to voluntarily leave the company. Reports indicate that the German automaker is willing to pay up to $540,000 to staff members who decide to quit, signaling a deepening crisis within the organization that calls into question its long-term viability.

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