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Nippon purchase of U.S. Steel would strengthen national security
Japan's Nippon Steel agreed to acquire the struggling U.S. Steel in a win-win deal that would bring much needed capital investment to help restore the ailing steelmaker's competitiveness and preserve over 4,
Biden blocks Japan's Nippon Steel from acquiring U.S. Steel
The companies condemned the president's decision and hinted at taking legal action, while U.S. Steel's CEO accused Biden of "political corruption."
Biden’s decision to block Nippon Steel takeover creates uncertainty for U.S. Steel workers
By blocking a Japanese company’s takeover of U.S. Steel, President Joe Biden said he was protecting good jobs in the American heartland. He may be putting them at risk instead.
U.S. Steel sues to salvage its sale to Japan's Nippon Steel
U.S. Steel and its would-be Japanese suitor filed twin lawsuits Monday to defend their $15 billion merger. President Biden issued an order on Friday to block the deal, citing national security concerns.
Nippon Steel Could Face Growth Challenges After U.S. Steel Purchase Blocked, Analysts Say
Nippon Steel shares closed down 0.75% at 3,158 yen ($20.03) on Monday, compared with a 1% fall in broader Topix index. They settled at 3,182 yen on Dec. 30, the final trading day of 2024 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, which was closed for the remainder of last week for the New Year holiday.
US Steel and Nippon Steel sue Biden administration over blocked merger
U.S. Steel and Japan-based Nippon Steel sued the Biden administration on Monday over a decision made last week to block a merger between the two companies. A proposed acquisition of the second-largest domestic steel producer by Nippon for nearly $15 billion would threaten U.S. national security, the Biden administration said.
Biden Blocks Takeover Bid of U.S. Steel by Japan’s Nippon
The president said he was moving to protect national security in deciding the fate of the iconic Pennsylvania-based company, which became a contentious political issue in an election year.
US rejection of Nippon Steel's bid for US Steel rankles Washington's key ally in Asia
President Joe Biden’s decision to reject a bid by Nippon Steel to acquire U.S. Steel isn’t the first time friction over trade and investment has irked Washington’s closest ally in Asia
Nippon Steel Stands Firm on a US Steel Takeover and Denies Risks Cited by Biden
Nippon Steel Chief Executive Eiji Hashimoto says the top Japanese steelmaker is standing firm on its proposed $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel
Steel Setback: Biden Risks Japan Ties, Investment
By blocking the acquisition of US Steel, President Joe Biden has irked Japan, one of Washington's closest allies whose firms are the biggest foreign investors in the United States.
Japanese prime minister warns of fallout from Biden veto of Nippon-U.S. Steel deal
The usually reticent ally is making it clear that it will not go quietly in its fight to overturn President Biden’s decision to block Nippon Steel’s $14.1 billion takeover bid of U.S. Steel, with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba warning this week that the rejection could have real consequences for the bilateral relationship,
Despite Nippon Steel, US and Japan say ties stronger than ever
By David Brunnstrom, Simon Lewis, Trevor Hunnicutt and Tim Kelly TOKYO/WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The foreign ministers of Japan ...
U.S. Companies and Investors in Japan Are at Risk From U.S. Steel Backlash
American investment could become less welcome, undermining Japan’s progress on corporate reforms.
Japan's Nippon Steel offers governmental veto power for U.S. Steel production
Japan-based Nippon Steel has offered to give the U.S. government veto power over any potential reduction in steel output by U ...
Blinken visits Japan as Nippon Steel decision weighs on relations
By David Brunnstrom, Simon Lewis, Trevor Hunnicutt and Tim Kelly WASHINGTON/TOKYO (Reuters) -U.S. President Joe Biden's ...
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Joe Biden’s mixed legacy on Japan
W ITHIN 24 HOURS on January 6th, two events took place that encapsulate the mixed legacy Joe Biden will leave in America’s ...
Japanese steelmaker vows not to give up on buying U.S. Steel
Nippon Steel said it would not be deterred by President Joe Biden’s decision last week to block its $15 billion bid for the ...
Analysis-China exports push Nippon Steel to seek growth in US, India after blocked deal
Nippon Steel is poised to expand its operations in the U.S. and India as it hunts for growth and protection from cheap ...