Volvo Considering Acquisitions in Japan, China, Russia
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According to AP, Leif Johansson, chief executive officer of Volvo, told the Financial Times that the acquisitions are intended to help the truck maker reach its growth target of 10%.
olvo AB is considering a series of acquisitions in Japan, China and Russia, the Associated Press reported Monday.
As part of a plan to widen its product range, the world’s second-largest truck manufacturer after DaimlerChrysler may increase its 13% share in Japanese truck maker Nissan Diesel to 19% or more, AP said.
Volvo may also acquire a Russian truck manufacturer and is currently considering an alliance with Chinese truck maker Dongfeng.
