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AKRON, Ohio - The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) has finalized the sale of its Dunlop brand rights in Europe, North America, and Oceania to Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. (TYO: 5110), a move that took effect today. This transaction includes the rights for consumer, commercial, and other specialty tires, along with certain associated intellectual property and inventory.
Goodyear’s CEO and President Mark Stewart commented on the divestiture as a strategic step in the company’s Goodyear Forward plan, aimed at optimizing its portfolio and reducing debt. "Goodyear is making significant progress, transforming our operations and growing in our targeted segments," Stewart said.
The sale has generated gross cash proceeds of $735 million for Goodyear, with a breakdown of $526 million for the brand, $105 million for transition support, and $104 million for inventory. The company plans to use these funds to lower its leverage, aligning with its transformation strategy.
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and Barclays Capital Inc. provided financial advisory services, while Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP served as legal counsel for Goodyear in this deal.
Goodyear, recognized as one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers, operates 53 facilities in 20 countries and employs approximately 68,000 people globally. With innovation centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, Goodyear continues to focus on advancing technology and performance in the tire industry.
This news release, based on a press release statement, contains forward-looking statements regarding the transaction’s anticipated benefits. However, actual results may differ due to various factors affecting operations, strategy, and performance, as outlined by the company in its regulatory filings.
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