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.
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 And Nissan's $58 Billion Merger Warrants Cautionary Approach From Investors
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Honda, Nissan, and Mitsubishi merger could be bigger news than you think
Honda has announced an agreement to merge with Nissan in a deal worth a reported $54 billion. 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.
Will Honda be in control if Nissan and Honda merge?
Nissan and Honda have collaborated on various projects over the years, mainly to share development costs and increase economies of scale in low-volume vehicle segments, including mini-vehicles and commercial vehicles. More recently they extended their collaboration to include the development of hybrid and autonomous driving technologies.
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."
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.
The Honda-Nissan merger could kick off with a full-size SUV
We read your reactions on our coverage of the potential Honda-Nissan merger, and chuckled at every single “Honda Civic Type Z,” and “Nissan CR-XTrail” comment. These have all been funny, outrageous, and have started some interesting conversations at the office.
Honda Could Get Full-Size SUV As Part Of Merger With Nissan
Honda’s largest crossover is the Pilot, which spans 199.9 inches (5,077 mm) long and has seating for up to eight people. The Armada is considerably larger as it measures 209.6 inches (5,324 mm) long. It’s also more burly thanks to a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 developing 425 hp (317 kW / 431 PS) and 516 lb-ft (699 Nm) of torque.
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