Nippon Steel pushes deadline to close U.S. Steel deal

Nippon Steel pushes deadline to close U.S. Steel deal as Biden decision looms
Japan's Nippon Steel said on Thursday it has extended the closing date for its $14.9 billion purchase of U.S. Steel as U.S. President Joe Biden weighs whether to block a deal that has faced intense opposition since it was announced.
Nippon Extends US Steel Acquisition Awaiting President's Final Decision
The announcement comes as the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. has referred the acquisition matter to President Joe Biden, who will make a final decision about the deal within 15 days. Additionally, the review process of the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice is still pending.
Other voices: Nixing the Nippon Steel deal is still a terrible idea
If anything, approving the deal would make the U.S. stronger. The merged company would form the world’s third-largest steelmaker, better able to take on China’s dominant producers.
Japan's Nippon Steel extends closing date for U.S. Steel acquisition
Japan's Nippon Steel said on Thursday it has extended the closing period for its $15 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, expressing confidence that the acquisition will protect and grow the American company.
Nippon Steel Deal Could Still Change the Industry
Nippon Steel's investment has the potential to extend the operational life of U.S. Steel plants bringing enhanced productivity, innovative practices and investment in research and development. New product lines could require expanded skillsets, leading to the creation of new jobs.
Nippon Steel pushes out expected U.S. Steel closing date to Q1 of 2025
Nippon Steel (NPSCY) issued the following statement regarding the timely disclosure titled “Acquisition of United States Steel Corporation”
Nippon Steel delays closing for U.S. Steel deal, as it awaits Biden decision
Nippon Steel on Thursday delayed the closing date for its proposed $14.9 billion purchase of U.S. Steel, as it waits to learn if President Biden will block the deal on national security grounds. Why it matters: The Japanese steelmaker is trying to play nice with the White House,
Nippon extends the closing date to acquire U.S. Steel as Biden decides its fate
Nippon Steel has extended the closing date for its $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel (X), as Japan’s biggest steel firm faces opposition from both the current and next president of the U.S.
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Rejecting the Nippon Steel bid is a slap in the face to Japan
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