Nexperia sues Chinese parent Wingtech for $2 billion
The Dutch chipmaker's suit comes amid a dispute over control of its China operations, which are now under Wingtech's control.
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What happened
Dutch chipmaker Nexperia has filed a lawsuit in the Netherlands seeking $2 billion in compensation from its Chinese parent Wingtech, Wingtech founder and CEO Zhang Xuezheng, and its China subsidiary, which is now controlled by Wingtech. Nexperia says it lost control of its China businesses. Its interim CEO says the company could still reunite with those Chinese operations.
Why it matters
The dispute over control of Nexperia's China businesses is escalating. Wingtech should receive compensation if the separation becomes permanent, according to Nexperia's interim CEO.
Timeline
- Nov 9, 4:24 AM ET: Nexperia filed a $2 billion lawsuit in the Netherlands against Wingtech, its founder and CEO Zhang Xuezheng, and its China subsidiary.
- Nov 10, 11:03 AM ET: Nexperia's interim CEO said the company could still reunite with its Chinese operations, and that Wingtech should be compensated if the separation becomes permanent.
Coverage
- Nexperia CEO Says Reunification With Chinese Operations Still Possible (IndexBox Inc.)
- Nexperia files $2 billion suit against Chinese parent as chip dispute escalates (autonews.com)
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