Toyota Motor Shares Soar 3.36% on Acquisition News

Toyota Motor (TM) shares surged 3.36% intraday, reaching their highest level since February 2025, marking a fifth consecutive day of gains and a 10.66% increase over the past five days.

One of the most significant factors influencing Toyota Motor's stock price is the potential acquisition of Toyota Industries Corp. Proposed by Toyota Motor's chairman, Akio Toyoda, the buyout values Toyota Industries at 6 trillion yen ($42 billion), representing a substantial premium over its market capitalization. This news has had a positive impact on Toyota Motor's stock, driving it higher following the announcement. The proposed acquisition is seen as a strategic move that could enhance Toyota's control over its business empire and has sparked increased scrutiny of Japanese companies' cross-shareholdings. If the deal goes through, it would involve personal investments by Akio Toyoda and loans from Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc.