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Panasonic plans to sell stake in autos business to Apollo Global funds

A pedestrian is reflected in a sign at Panasonic Center in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 3, 2016. REUTERS/Yuya ... A pedestrian is reflected in a sign at Panasonic Center in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 3, 2016. REUTERS/Yuya Shino/File Photo
A pedestrian is reflected in a sign at Panasonic Center in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 3, 2016. REUTERS/Yuya ... A pedestrian is reflected in a sign at Panasonic Center in Tokyo, Japan, Feb. 3, 2016. REUTERS/Yuya Shino/File Photo

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Panasonic Holdings (6752.T), a company based in Japan, announced on Friday that it intends to sell a portion of its automotive systems business to funds controlled by Apollo Global Management, a private equity firm based in the United States and that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with an affiliate of Apollo.

Following the announcement, demand for Panasonic stock skyrocketed, leading to a 5.5% increase in value at day’s end in Tokyo.

“The parties will continue discussions on an exclusive basis with the intention of finalizing the details of the agreement by March 31, 2024,” according to a news statement issued by Panasonic.

Panasonic has also stated that it is considering the possibility of going public with the firm.

According to Panasonic, for the company to achieve continuous growth during a rapid transition toward electric cars and changes to the design of vehicles, it will be vital to continue investing in the automotive systems sector.

The automobile division is responsible for the production of cockpit and electronics systems. It is a different department from Panasonic’s energy arm, which produces batteries for electric vehicles such as those manufactured by Tesla (TSLA.O.).

In conclusion, Panasonic’s strategic decision to sell a stake in its auto business to Apollo Global Funds represents a significant milestone in its evolution. This transformative move underscores the corporation’s commitment to innovation, sustainable growth, and strategic resource utilization. Embracing change as a catalyst for progress, Panasonic paves the way for a dynamic future poised for unparalleled success and industry leadership


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