Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-06-20 07:05Group 1 - NTT has announced a significant acquisition of NTT Data Group Corp. for 2.37 trillion yen (approximately 16.3 billion USD), aimed at enhancing its artificial intelligence strategy and simplifying its corporate structure [1] - The acquisition settlement is set to begin on June 26, with NTT currently holding about 58% of NTT Data's shares and offering 4,000 yen per share for the remaining shares to take the company private [1] - As one of the largest data center operators globally, the acquisition will position artificial intelligence as a core business for NTT Group, facilitating expansion in global markets [1] Group 2 - The Japanese government holds about one-third of NTT's shares and is promoting the development of domestic AI platforms to compete with international players like OpenAI and China's DeepSeek, with NTT competing alongside KDDI and SoftBank in the growing AI sector [1] - This acquisition reflects the regulatory pressure faced by Japanese corporate groups, as regulators urge companies to streamline their structures, particularly in light of warnings from the Tokyo Stock Exchange regarding listed parent-subsidiary structures [1] - Following NTT's move, NEC Group has completed the acquisition of its subsidiary NEC Networks and System Integration, and Toyota's chairman has also planned to acquire Toyota Industries, suggesting a trend of consolidation among Japanese companies [2]