Entries tagged "semiconductor"

Chip sector improvement sets stage for M&A

Improving industry conditions and big cash balances could lead to chip acquisitions.

Broadcom: If you can't buy 'em, sue 'em

Broadcom accuses former takeover target Emulex of patent infringement.

Moody's upgrades tech hardware

Moody's foresees improving conditions for technology hardware, citing improved conditions in chip and PC markets.

Avago IPO prices at top of range

Avago shares price at the top of their range and are set to begin trading Thursday.

Final chapter for Asyst Tech

Asyst agrees to sell off assets out of bankruptcy, ending long spiral down.

Microtune provides exit for Auvitek investors

Microtune will acquire Auvitek for $9 million plus a potential earnout.

Broadcom boosts Emulex offer to $912M

Broadcom sweetens its bid for Emulex and gives its board until July 14 to support the tender offer.

White Electronic Designs to go it alone

After an eight-month strategic review, White Electronic Designs decides to stay independent.

VantagePoint loses bet on Aviza

With Aviza's Chapter 11 filing, VPVP's unusual move to acquire a piece of ASML Holdings in 2003 fails.

Broadcom might up Emulex bid

Broadcom says a peek at Emulex's nonpublic info could change its hostile $764 million offer.

MoSys, Microsemi strike chip deals

Mosys acquires Prism Circuits while Microsemi will buy Nexsem.

Emulex: Broadcom is misleading shareholders

Emulex accuses Broadcom of misleading shareholders to gain support for its hostile takeover attempt.

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