Group 1 - Panasonic has officially terminated its refrigerator and washing machine business in India, responding to ongoing operational losses and a market share below 2% over the past six years [1][3] - The decision aligns with Panasonic's global restructuring plan aimed at divesting non-profitable business units and focusing on high-value areas such as smart home systems and commercial HVAC solutions [1][3] - Despite the cessation of traditional appliance operations, Panasonic's Indian subsidiary is projected to achieve revenues of ₹1,150 billion in the fiscal year 2024-25, driven by a 25% growth in the air conditioning product line and increased penetration in the smart kitchen market [3] Group 2 - The restructuring has led to a dual-track operational model for Panasonic's Indian segment, retaining core businesses in smart home systems, digital audio-visual products, and smart kitchen ecosystems while strategically nurturing industrial IoT solutions and building automation systems [4] - The business transformation highlights a strategic shift for multinational companies in emerging markets, moving from consumer-oriented segments to industrial empowerment, leveraging technological collaboration to build differentiated competitive advantages [5]
松下在长期亏损中退出印度冰箱、洗衣机市场