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flag Nidec faces up to $1.6 billion in asset write-downs after a probe found accounting fraud tied to founder-driven earnings pressure.

flag Nidec, a major Japanese motor maker, faces up to $1.6 billion in potential asset impairments after a third-party probe found widespread accounting irregularities driven by pressure from founder Shigenobu Nagamori to meet earnings targets. flag The investigation, linked to rapid overseas expansion, revealed improper practices including premature revenue recognition and flawed asset valuations. flag In response, the company announced the resignation of its chairman and senior executives, saw its stock drop 22%, and was placed on a special trading alert by the Tokyo Stock Exchange. flag Moody’s is considering a credit rating downgrade, and Nidec is implementing governance reforms to restore confidence.

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