VW Group has a 14% market share of the European car market as of 2012, making it the largest manufacturer. From 2010-2014, VW Group saw steady increases in operating profit from 7.1 billion euros to 14.9 billion euros. Over the same period, net income increased and dividends per share grew from 3.06 euros in 2011 to a projected 5.31 euros in 2014. As the market leader with a strong financial performance, VW Group is well positioned in the industry.