Panasonic sells stake in automotive systems unit for $2.06 billion, acquires Blue Yonder for $839 million to reshape portfolio

On Friday, Japan’s Panasonic Holdings announced it would be selling its entire stake in Panasonic Automotive Systems (PAS) to funds managed by U.S. private equity firm Apollo Global Management. The deal, worth 311 billion yen ($2.06 billion), is expected to close by the end of the first quarter of 2025. In addition to selling its stake in PAS, Panasonic will also acquire a 20% stake in Star Japan Holdings, which will own the new parent company of PAS. This move ensures that the automotive business maintains its strategic relationship with the Panasonic Group and has plans for potentially listing the business in the future.

Separately, Panasonic announced that its unit Blue Yonder will be acquiring U.S. digital supply chain network supplier One Network Enterprises for $839 million. The company expects this deal to be finalized in the July-September quarter of 2024. With these strategic moves, Panasonic is reshaping its portfolio to strengthen its presence in the automotive and digital supply chain sectors. The company continues to seek opportunities for growth and expansion in key markets globally.