DC Advisory advises Motherson on its acquisition of Yutaka Giken

Background

• Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (Motherson) has a market capitalization of US$12bn and develops and markets products globally in the Automotive, Aerospace Components and Consumer Electronics sectors
• In the automotive sector, Motherson has built strong relationships with Japanese OEMs from the early stages of their entry into the Indian market, supporting them through services and strategic business alliances
• Yutaka Giken Co. Ltd, is a publicly listed Japanese company having 13 manufacturing facilities across Japan, North America, China, Asia, and South America. Yutaka Giken, which has a market cap of c. US$284m as of 28 August 2025, manufactures and sells automotive parts including drivetrain products, exhaust systems, motor components, and braking systems, with Honda Motors as the anchor customer. Honda Motors is also Yutaka Giken’s majority shareholder 
• Motherson has sustained a mutually beneficial business relationship with Honda Motor for over two decades

Process

• DC Advisory acted as an exclusive financial advisor to Motherson on its acquisition of  Yutaka Giken

Outcome

• On 29 August 2025, Motherson announced its acquisition of Yutaka Giken
• The closing of this transaction is subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions 
• Through this transaction, Motherson seeks to drive long-term growth for both the Motherson Group and Yutaka Giken by expanding their global customer base and leveraging established relationships with international automotive manufacturers
• This transaction showcases DC Advisory’s track record advising on complex cross-border transactions and expertise in the Auto and Industrials sector