Nissan Motor Co., Ltd, launched The Arc, its new business plan to drive value and strengthen competitiveness. The plan is focused on a broad-based product offensive, increased electrification, new approaches to engineering and manufacturing, the adoption of new technologies, and the use of strategic partnerships to increase global unit sales and improve profitability
Nissan aims for a 1-million-unit sales increase and a 6% operating profit margin by 2026, with 30 new models to be launched, including 16 electrified models. By 2026, 60% of ICE passenger-vehicle models will be refreshed, while EV competitiveness will be enhanced by 30% cost reduction for next-generation EVs and achieving cost parity by 2030. Next-generation EV cost reduction through “family” development starting fiscal year 2027.
Strategic partnerships expanded into technology, product portfolio, and software services. Dividends and buybacks aim for over 30% shareholder return, while new business ventures could generate 2.5 trillion yen in additional revenues by 2030. Nissan President and Chief Executive Officer Makoto Uchida said: “Faced with extreme market volatility, Nissan is taking decisive actions guided by the new plan to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.”
