Panasonic acquisition of 2009
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 31, 2026
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Panasonic acquisition of 2009 (5)
Answer
The answer to Panasonic acquisition of 2009 is Sanyo (5 letters).
Why does Sanyo fit this clue?
This clue works as a factual reference where 'Panasonic acquisition of 2009' points to SANYO, the Japanese electronics company. Sanyo was a major manufacturer of consumer electronics, batteries, and solar panels, known for products like rechargeable batteries and home appliances. In 2009, Panasonic Corporation acquired Sanyo Electric Co. in a deal worth approximately $9 billion, making it one of the largest corporate acquisitions in Japanese history. The acquisition allowed Panasonic to strengthen its position in the battery and solar energy markets where Sanyo had significant expertise.
What does Panasonic acquisition of 2009 mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
Panasonic
noun
•Japanese multinational electronics corporation
acquisition
noun
•the act of buying or obtaining a company or asset
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 38-down in the New York Times Daily on March 31, 2026, by Ryan Patrick Smith, edited by Will Shortz. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Sanyo mean?
proper noun
•Japanese multinational electronics company founded in 1947, known for consumer electronics, batteries, and solar panels, acquired by Panasonic Corporation in 2009
How to use Sanyo in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Sanyo.
•“Panasonic completed its acquisition of Sanyo in 2009, expanding its presence in the rechargeable battery market.”
•“I still have my old Sanyo stereo system from the 1990s that works perfectly.”
•“The Sanyo television in the guest bedroom has excellent picture quality for its age.”
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- The answer has 5 letters: Sanyo.
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