On 28 March 2013, Sharp announced a 10.4 billion yen (approximately USD 112 million) investment from Samsung Electronics for a 3% stake in the company, making Samsung one of Sharp's shareholders. This news stunned the market, firstly because these two former competitors have now become partners, and secondly it brings up potential changes in the partnership deal between Hon Hai and Sharp....
I Introduction
II Abstract of the partnership between Samsung and Sharp
III Samsung's main strategic intent: oxide semiconductors (IGZO)
IV Effect of Samsung investment in Sharp on Taiwan's panel industry
V Analysis of Samsung's move: Leverage cash advantage to gather key technologies
VI Conclusion