A landmark deal between Penske Corp. and Mitsui has concluded after years of speculation, marking the end of Penske Automotive Group’s independent stock status and consolidating ownership under new control. The $3.9 billion acquisition eliminates public trading for the company’s shares, reshaping its future as the longtime founder prepares to step aside. With the transition nearing, the move signals a major shift in leadership and corporate structure for one of the automotive industry’s most influential players. Investors and industry observers will watch closely as the next chapter unfolds under private ownership.
Penske Corp. and Mitsui's $3.9 billion offer ends a decades-long run for Penske Automotive Group stock and gives its owners full control as 89-year-old Roger Penske's eventual successor looms.
