Nissan's Q1/25-26 results were better than expected, given the lower-than-guided operating loss and negative FCF. The balance sheet and liquidity remain solid, which will likely support Nissan through its ambitious restructuring plan. We view positively the new management team's clear communication and conservative guidance, with the numbers exceeding expectations (at least in Q1). This lends more credibility to the company's ambitious restructuring plan.
Nissan Motor launched a dual-currency multi-tranche 144A/RegS senior unsecured bond offering yesterday to raise USD 4 bn. The offering comprises USD notes with maturities of 5, 7 and 10 years, as well as EUR notes with maturities of 4 and 8 years. The proceeds will be used for refinancing and general corporate purposes. We find IPT for Nissan's proposed USD notes at mid 7% for the 5Y bonds, high 7% for the 7Y notes and low 8% for the 10Y bonds as fair.
Toyota Motor is facing another challenging year, as it continues to invest heavily in new technologies, is supporting its suppliers, while having to deal with the uncertainty over the impact of US import tariffs. Its FY25 guidance numbers do not yet fully reflect the potential costs related to these duties, risking an earnings downgrade later this year. Criticism over its handling of the Toyota Industries privatisation is mounting, with questions raised over corporate governance. Analyst Julie B...
Unfortunately, this report is not available for the investor type or country you selected.
Report is subscription only.
Thank you, your report is ready.
Thank you, your report is ready.