Nikon writes down ¥90bn on SLM Solutions as metal 3D printing growth expectations reset

Nikon has taken close to ¥90bn ($574.7 million) in impairment charges, mostly against its additive manufacturing business, marking a significant retreat from the growth assumptions that underpinned its 2023 acquisition of SLM Solutions. Impairment reflects revised assumptions behind SLM acquisition The writedowns cover goodwill and intangible assets. They stem from a reassessment of future cash […]