Feng Huang Wang Cai Jing·2025-11-10 09:46Group 1: Nissan's Financial Performance - Nissan reported a net loss of 221.92 billion yen (approximately 10.3 billion RMB) for the first half of the fiscal year 2025 (April to September) [1] - The company plans to sell its global headquarters building in Yokohama for 97 billion yen (approximately 4.5 billion RMB) as part of its restructuring efforts [1] - Nissan has announced layoffs of over 10,000 employees globally, aiming for a total workforce reduction of about 15%, which translates to around 20,000 employees [1] Group 2: Toyota's Financial Performance - Toyota reported a net profit of 932.08 billion yen for the second quarter, marking a 62% year-on-year increase [1] - The company's net sales for the second quarter reached 12.38 trillion yen, reflecting an 8.2% year-on-year growth [1] Group 3: Comparative Analysis - Despite both companies facing high tariff policies, Nissan is experiencing losses while Toyota is seeing growth, suggesting differences in operational efficiency [1] - The principles outlined in Taiichi Ohno's "Toyota Production System" may provide insights into how reducing waste can lead to increased profits [1]