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TCL will invest 51%, Sony 49%, with business commencement scheduled for April 2027.","jir_summary":"### Overview of the Partnership\nSony Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, and TCL Electronics Holdings Limited have signed a memorandum of understanding for a strategic partnership in the home entertainment field. The companies will establish a joint venture to comprehensively handle product development, manufacturing, sales, logistics, and customer service of televisions, home audio, and related products, with TCL investing 51% and Sony 49%. The new company will combine Sony\u2019s high-quality image and sound technologies and brand strength with TCL\u2019s advanced display technologies and global business foundation, aiming to commence operations in April 2027.\n\n### Future Outlook and Impact\nThe signing of the definitive agreement is targeted for the end of March 2026, and the establishment of the new company is subject to approval by relevant authorities. At this time, the impact on consolidated financial results from this partnership is under examination and will be promptly disclosed if necessary. The new company aims for business growth in the global market using the \u201cSony\u201d and \u201cBRAVIA\u00ae\u201d brands, with both companies strongly supporting sustainable growth.","jir_financial_highlights":"Investment Ratio: TCL 51%, Sony 49% (Unknown)\nNew Company Business Start Scheduled: April 2027 (Unknown)\nDefinitive Agreement Signing Scheduled: End of March 2026 (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#SonyGroupCorporation, #M&A, #StrategicPartnership, #JapaneseStocks","jir_key_figures":"Investment Ratio: TCL 51%, Sony 49%\nDefinitive Agreement Signing Scheduled: End of March 2026\nNew Company Business Start Scheduled: April 2027","jir_meta_title":"Sony and TCL Reach Basic Agreement on Strategic Partnership in Home Entertainment Business; Business Start Scheduled for April 2027","jir_meta_description":"Sony Corporation and TCL Electronics Holdings Limited have reached a basic agreement to establish a joint venture in the home entertainment sector. 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