Qualcomm to acquire NXP Semiconductors for $47B

Qualcomm announced its proposed $47 billion acquisition of NXP Semiconductors. The European Commission has initiated an in-depth investigation into the deal, with a decision expected by October 17, 2017.

“The European Commission has initiated an 'in-depth' probe into the U.S. chipmaker's proposed $47 billion acquisition of Netherlands-based NXP Semiconductors.”designworldonline.com

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• designworldonline.comQualcomm-NXP Merger Under Scrutiny as EU Investigates Competition ConcernsDiana GoovaertsJun 12, 2017
• rethinkresearch.bizQualcomm fights on several fronts to save its crucial NXP deal - RethinkCaroline GabrielJul 4, 2017

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