Honda’s merger with Nissan looks like a disaster

Honda’s merger with Nissan looks like a disaster, but not all is lost
The problem is there is no likely outcome that would leave both companies and their employees better off than they are today.
Honda And Nissan's $58 Billion Merger Warrants Cautionary Approach From Investors
Honda and Nissan’s merger risks failure due to cultural clashes and misalignment. Find out why HMC and NSANY stocks are uncertain investments.
Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi merger could be bigger news than you think
Mitsubishi, which has long been allied with Nissan, will decide by the end of January 2025 whether to join the venture, potentially increasing the total merger value to $58 billion. If all parties agree to merge,
After Nissan Merger, Will Honda Retain GM Collaborations?
In 1993, GM had controlling interest in Isuzu and signed a deal to supply its Rodeo to become Honda’s first SUV, rebadged the Passport. The Isuzu Trooper was then rebadged to become the Acura SLX, and GM’s Japanese brand got the Honda Odyssey minivan to become the Isuzu Oasis.
What Does Renault Think Of Nissan’s Planned Merger With Honda?
Just days after Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi sent the automotive world into a collective “wait, what?” moment by announcing their intention to merge into a single entity, the Renault Group—Nissan’s largest shareholder— has weighed in on the proposal to form what could become the world’s third-largest automotive conglomerate.
Nissan merging with Honda went from possible to likely
Once they find a common direction, Honda and Nissan will draw up a definitive agreement to merge, including a plan to transfer shares, by June 2025. If that goes through, they will seek to get plans approved by April 2026, with the merger happening later that year.
Analysts Don't See Any Major Benefit To The Honda-Nissan Merger
Honda and Nissan have strong presences in major markets like North America, Europe, and Japan. However, they are struggling in China. “Both Honda and Nissan have significant overcapacity issues in China, which requires optimization before any merger talks, James Hong, an analyst at Macquarie Securities Korea Ltd., said.
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Commentary: The Honda/Nissan Proposed Merger
That still puts the new proposed company behind Volkswagen, and far behind Toyota. It would have placed them just above Hyundai/Kia last year, but barely. So, let's be honest here. This is not a merger-it is a purchase essentially,
What Honda And Nissan Aren’t Telling Us About Their Merger
The direct-to-consumer sales model may witness some dealer resistance since Honda relies on a vast dealer network. Scout is facing a similar backlash from Volkswagen dealers. And the Afeela 1 will also be manufactured at Honda’s Ohio production hub, where most popular models, like the Accord and CR-V are made.
Nissan and Honda weigh domestic merger against foreign investment
Honda and the financially troubled Nissan have announced plans to merge, with Mitsubishi Motors expected to decide on its participation within the month. While speculation suggests the Honda-Nissan merger talks aim to prevent Foxconn from gaining involvement with Nissan,
Why Honda is merging with Nissan: factories, SUVs, and China
On Tuesday in Las Vegas, during a roundtable discussion with select media, Honda executives offered some more insight into the merger, including how combining resources and factories could help the companies stay competitive in the increasingly costly fight with China.
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Renault open in principle to Nissan pursuing merger talks with Honda, sources say
Dec 18 (Reuters) - French automaker Renault (RENA.PA), opens new tab, Nissan Motor's (7201.T), opens new tab largest shareholder, is open in principle to the Japanese automaker pursuing merger ...
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Renault Seems Ok With The Honda-Nissan Merger
With the recent talks of Nissan wanting to merge with Honda, it makes sense to wonder where Renault fits into all of that. As a reminder, Renault is part of what is officially known as the ...