Nissan Seeks New Partner to Replace Honda – Report

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10 Feb 2025

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Nissan Seeks New Partner to Replace Honda – Report

The potential Nissan–Honda merger has taken an unexpected turn, as Nissan has reportedly decided to end negotiations with Honda and explore other options.

Nissan Ends Talks With Honda

After months of speculation, new reports suggest that Nissan’s CEO Makoto Uchida has already informed Honda’s CEO Toshihiro Mibe that the discussions regarding a potential merger have been officially canceled. Neither company has made a public statement yet, but international media outlets confirm that the deal is no longer on the table.

According to Bloomberg, Nissan is now shifting its focus toward forming an alliance with a major U.S.-based technology firm, though specific details about this new partnership remain undisclosed.

Foxconn's Interest in Nissan

Interestingly, Foxconn, the Taiwanese tech giant known for manufacturing Apple iPhones, had previously expressed interest in acquiring a stake in Nissan.

Foxconn’s Role in Nissan's Future

Company	Interest	Status
Foxconn	Planned to acquire part of Renault's stake in Nissan	Discussions paused
Renault	Holds 36% stake in Nissan	Largest shareholder
Nissan	Initially focused on a Honda merger	Now seeking a tech partnership

While Foxconn initially backed away when Nissan prioritized discussions with Honda, it remains a strong contender for future collaboration.

Why Did the Nissan-Honda Merger Fail?

The Nissan–Honda merger was intended to create a powerful global competitor in the automotive sector. However, Honda reportedly pushed for Nissan to become a subsidiary, a condition Nissan was unwilling to accept.

Adding to the urgency, Nissan is facing major financial challenges. A 2024 report from the Financial Times revealed that Nissan executives believe they have only 12 to 14 months to stabilize operations.

Nissan's Financial Challenges

Job Cuts: Nissan announced plans to reduce 9,000 jobs worldwide.
Production Reduction: The company is scaling back manufacturing by 20%.
Limited Timeframe: Executives believe a turnaround must happen within 12-14 months.

What’s Next for Nissan?

In the coming days, Nissan is expected to officially withdraw from its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Honda.

If both companies agree to part ways without forming a joint holding company, they will avoid a penalty fee of approximately ¥100 billion ($655 million).

As Nissan navigates these uncertain times, its next strategic move will be crucial in determining its position in the automotive industry.

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