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.
Nissan Releases Manifesto In Wake Of Honda Merger
In an attempt to turn down the heat surrounding its merger with Honda, Nissan released an official statement on the matter.
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,
Honda And Nissan's $58 Billion Merger Warrants Cautionary Approach From Investors
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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.
Honda CEO's surprising confession about Nissan merger
Honda’s CEO struggles to explain why the merger is happening, analysts remain skeptical, and Foxconn waits in the wings.
Honda and Nissan Plan to Start Merger Talks, Report Says
Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan plan to begin discussions of a potential merger, according to a report from Tokyo-based Nikkei.
How Will A Nissan Merger Impact Honda/GM Collaborations?
When asked how the upcoming merger with Nissan and Mistubishi will impact collaborations with GM, a Honda executive said they'll "remain unaffected."
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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,
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.
Honda May Get Its First Full-Size SUV And Pickup From Nissan Merger
Honda may soon get its first opportunity to make a true full-size SUV and pickup truck, according to AutomotiveNews. After speaking with Honda Motor Co.'s executive vice president, Noriya Kaihara, the outlet learned that the merger between Honda and Nissan could give Honda access to Nissan's experience and knowledge in producing full-size body-on-frame trucks.
Honda and Nissan officially begin merger talks to create world's third-largest automaker
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Honda, Nissan merger 'like two weak swimmers helping each other'; analysts see risks
A completed Honda-Nissan merger would create the third-largest global automaker by vehicle sales after Toyota and Volkswagen. The news comes as the incoming Trump administration’s tariff threats ...
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Nissan, Honda announce plans to consider merger
Japanese automakers Nissan and Honda agreed to consider a merger and set up a joint holding company, which would create the world's third-largest automaker. The two companies said in a statement ...
Honda Finally Reveals What It Wants From Nissan
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