Merger of Japanese Automakers Nissan and Honda
Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda are in talks to merge and create the world's third-largest automaker by sales, aiming to compete in electric vehicles and intelligent driving technologies. The deal would form a holding company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with discussions set to conclude in June 2025.
Key Points
- Aim to create the world's third-largest automaker by sales
- Discussion of integration does not mean giving up on turnaround efforts
- Focus on future competitiveness and growth
Pros
- Greater scale for competing in new technologies
- Sharing of intelligence and resources
- Potential for significant revenue and profit
Cons
- Concerns about financial underperformance at Nissan
- Uncertainty about the success of the merger