Nishikata's questions to Sony Group Corp (SONY) leadership • Q1 2025
Question
Nishikata from NHK asked a hypothetical question about whether Sony would have pursued Paramount at a different price. He also inquired about concerns for CMOS sensor sales given the rise of in-house EV production in China.
Answer
Executive Hiroki Totoki declined to comment further on the Paramount hypothetical. Regarding automotive sensors, he stated that Sony supplies global OEMs, not just Chinese ones, and competes on technology. He noted the automotive sensor market is still relatively small and its growth is being monitored.