# Honda and Nissan announce merger into joint holding company by 2026

Honda Motor Company and Nissan Motor Corp. announced they will merge into a joint holding company by 2026, with shares expected to list on the Tokyo Stock Exchange by August 2026. The combined company, including Mitsubishi, will become the third-largest automaker globally by volume.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2024-12-23
- Where: Japan
- Status: announced
- Products: automobiles, motorcycles, power products
- Sectors: [Automotive Components](https://endata.com/sectors/automotive-components.md)

## Companies

- [Honda Motor Co., Ltd.](https://endata.com/companies/16181.md) (acquirer)
- [Mitsubishi Motors Corporation](https://endata.com/companies/16452.md) (partner)
- [Nissan Motor](https://endata.com/companies/19742.md) (target)

## Sources

- [hemmings.com](https://www.hemmings.com/stories/honda-and-nissan-officially-announce-merger/), 2024-12-23: "Today marks a pivotal moment; together, we can create a unique way for (customers) to enjoy cars that neither company could achieve alone."

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