Moody's Says Ghosn Probe Is 'Credit Negative' for Nissan Motor

The transcript discusses potential systemic issues at Nissan, the impact of misconduct allegations on its credit rating, and the underperformance of Renault and Nissan stocks. It highlights the importance of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance for operational synergies and financial benefits. The discussion also covers factors affecting Nissan's credit rating decisions and the operational synergies achieved by the alliance.

What is the potential impact of the misconduct allegations on Nissan's credit rating?

• It will improve the credit rating.

• It will have no impact on the credit rating.

• It is considered credit negative.

• It will lead to an immediate upgrade.

What is the significance of the alliance between Nissan, Renault, and Mitsubishi?

• It is essential for creating synergies and operational benefits.

• It is a temporary arrangement.

• It is not important for their business.

• It only benefits Renault.

How did the stocks of Renault and Nissan perform under CEO Carlos Ghosn?

• They outperformed the market.

• They performed equally with the market.

• They underperformed significantly.

• They were unaffected by market trends.

What could lead to a further negative impact on Nissan's credit rating?

• Evidence of compromised cooperation within the alliance.

• Increased profit margins.

• Improved internal controls.

• Expansion of operational synergies.

What was the estimated synergy value achieved by the alliance in 2017?

• €10 billion

• €6 billion

• €3 billion

• €1 billion