Ford to Sell off Most of its Remaining Mazda Stake
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Ford to Sell off Most of its Remaining Mazda Stake



Even though the Ford Motor Company - Mazda Motor Corp. alliance was one of the most longstanding partnerships with many benefits for both parties, the Detroit automaker today announced plans to sell more than two-thirds of the shares it holds in the Japanese firm. Ford said it will reduce its stake in Mazda from 11 percent to 3.5 percent, with the transaction expected to be completed on Friday. With this move, Ford gives up its title as Mazda's biggest single shareholder for the first time in 31 years.

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