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Japan Times
BUSINESS
May 7, 2020
GM’s strong quarter sparks hope Barra can eke out a 2020 profit despite virus
General Motors Co. and its peers have been battening down the hatches as adverse economic conditions slam the auto industry. But after Chief Executive Officer Mary Barra announced a bigger-than-expected first-quarter profit, some are speculating the carmaker could post positive earnings for the full year.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 24, 2020
Suzuki and Jeep found to have broken EU emissions rules
Suzuki's Vitara and Fiat Chrysler's Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel models both violate emissions rules and must be fixed or face a ban on sales across Europe, the Dutch road authority RDW ruled on Thursday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Nov 21, 2019
GM sues Fiat Chrysler, alleging union bribery scheme cost it billions
General Motors Co. on Wednesday filed a racketeering lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, alleging that its rival bribed United Auto Workers (UAW) union officials over many years to corrupt the bargaining process and gain advantages, costing GM billions of dollars.
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 31, 2019
Fiat Chrysler and PSA Group boards sign off on plan for $49 billion merger
The boards of French carmaker PSA Group and Italian American rival Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV have approved a preliminary plan to merge, according to a joint statement, creating a combined automaker that would rank among the world's largest.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Oct 30, 2019
Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot owner PSA Group exploring potential merger
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV and French carmaker PSA Group are exploring a merger, in a potential deal that would reshape the global auto industry and create a European powerhouse to rival Volkswagen AG, people with knowledge of the matter said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 25, 2019
Renault chairman would be 'delighted' to rekindle Fiat deal
Renault SA Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said he would back a tie up with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV should another opportunity arise to get a deal.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 25, 2019
Nissan shareholders express concern over strained partnership with Renault
A number of stakeholders showed distrust toward Renault, as the two automakers have clashed over a proposed merger and Renault's recent attempt to tie up with Fiat Chrysler.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 22, 2019
Japanese government played hidden role in breakdown of Fiat-Renault deal
Concerned that a merger could harm Nissan Motor Co., the Japanese government played a role in the breakdown of talks between Renault SA and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 20, 2019
Renault and Nissan agree to explore driverless services partnership with Waymo in France and Japan
If the partnership is realized, it will have ramifications for other alliances and other self-driving projects, most of which have yet to hit the road.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 20, 2019
Macron to discuss Renault and Nissan with Abe next week, French official says
French President Emmanuel Macron will discuss the situation regarding the alliance between carmakers Renault and Nissan with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe next week, an official at Macron's Elysee office said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 17, 2019
Revival of Fiat-Renault deal hinges on Nissan's backing and France's role
As Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV and Renault SA move on from their failed merger talks, a revival of discussions would depend on overcoming at least two major obstacles.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 13, 2019
Renault seeks greater role in Nissan governance reform
Renault SA Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard said Wednesday he was unhappy with a part of Nissan Motor Co.'s plans to bolster corporate governance following the arrest of former Chairman Carlos Ghosn.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 12, 2019
Renault's Jean-Dominique Senard weakened as Macron snubs meeting, say sources
French President Emmanuel Macron has turned down a request to meet Renault chairman Jean-Dominique Senard, who is furious over the government's interference at the carmaker, sources told Reuters, raising questions over Senard's future.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 12, 2019
Advisory firm urges shareholders to vote against Nissan CEO Saikawa for 'clean break' from Ghosn
A proxy advisory firm urges Nissan shareholders to vote against the reappointment of CEO Hiroto Saikawa as a director, heaping more pressure on him as he struggles to find an accord with Renault.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 11, 2019
Nissan extends olive branch to Renault as relations hit new low
In an interview with the Financial Times, Saikawa said Nissan must “make our peace” with the French carmaker and that the companies need to “stabilize and reinforce” their partnership.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 10, 2019
Revival of Fiat Chrysler merger plan may hinge on Renault cutting its stake in Nissan
Nissan is poised to urge Renault to significantly reduce its 43.4 percent stake in the Japanese company in return for supporting any FCA-Renault tie-up, sources said.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / FOCUS
Jun 7, 2019
How the Fiat-Renault merger plan fell apart
Shortly after 9 p.m., as the sun began to set on the rotund glass facade housing Renault SA's headquarters on the outskirts of Paris, the board called a break. The group had gathered for the second time in as many days to sign off on a proposed merger with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV. As the talks dragged on, Martin Vial, a delegate for the state, asked to liaise with Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire, who was having dinner back in town at his hulking ministry that protrudes into the River Seine.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jun 3, 2019
France presses for concessions from Fiat in Renault merger proposal
The French government, Renault SA's biggest shareholder, wants additional guarantees from Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV in its proposal to merge the two carmakers as it seeks to avoid job cuts in France and protect national interests, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 31, 2019
Nissan CEO willing to meet Fiat Chrysler chairman to discuss Renault merger
Nissan Motor Co. CEO Hiroto Saikawa said Friday he is willing to meet Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. Chairman John Elkann to be briefed directly on the Italian-American company's plan to merge with Renault SA, the Yokohama-based carmaker's alliance partner for 20 years.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
May 30, 2019
Jobs and Nissan will be safe with any Fiat Chrysler deal, Renault's Jean-Dominique Senard says
Tapped to lead a Franco-Italian carmaking giant formed by merging Renault SA and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, Jean-Dominique Senard is in Tokyo to make what may be the sales pitch of his career.

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