About Quote by Carlos Ghosn
“What I worry about is not just Nissan, but Japanese manufacturers losing motivation to maintain production in Japan. The high yen is definitely a headwind.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Outlook, 2015
Japanese automakers risk losing drive to produce locally as currency strengthens, hurting competitiveness.
In simple terms: High yen hurts local production motivation.
Key Takeaway
Address currency impact on strategy.
Themes
economics
manufacturing
motivation
Mood
concerned
analytical
Type
strategic
economic
When to use this quote
- strategic planning
- investment decisions
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
exchange rates
industrial policy
global competition
Questions to Reflect On
- How can firms offset yen strength?
- What policies could sustain local manufacturing?
A Different Perspective
Currency fluctuations also affect consumer demand, not just production.
