Both Toyota and Honda posted quarterly profit declines in November, amid challenges in critical global markets, including the U.S. Japan and China. Reported Toyota ROE Target. On

The proposed deal aims to unify operations under a joint holding company, led by Honda, while maintaining the distinct identities of each brand, according to Honda's president, Toshihiro Mibe. If finalized, the merger would position the combined entity to better compete with market leaders Toyota and Volkswagen.

Nissan and Honda agreed to consider a merger and set up a joint holding company, which would create the world's third-largest automaker.