Date:02/10/2008 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2008/10/02/stories/2008100256471800.htm

Business

Matsushita changes name to Panasonic

TOKYO: Japanese electronics giant Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. on Wednesday changed its 90-year-old name to Panasonic Corp. aimed at a “fresh start” to boost its competitiveness and brand value globally.