Nippon Steel Acquires U. S. Steel for $14.9 Billion with US ‘Golden Share’
June 18, 2025
Nippon Steel Corporation agreed to acquire U. S. Steel in an all-cash transaction for $55.00 per share, valuing the enterprise at about $14.9 billion. The deal closed after U.S. national security requirements led to a National Security Agreement and issuance of a Golden Share granting the U.S. government enhanced consent/veto rights over certain major actions.
- Buyers
- Nippon Steel Corporation, Nippon Steel North America, Inc.
- Targets
- United States Steel Corporation
- Industry
- Industrial Services
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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