European watchdog investigating $61bn Broadcom-VMware deal

Broadcom has stated it feels ‘confident’ the deal will make it over the line

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European watchdog investigating $61bn Broadcom-VMware deal

The European Commission is investigating the $61bn Broadcom-VMware merger, according to the agency's website, kicking off its initial look at a deal that is also under scrutiny in the US. The regulatory arm of the European Union said it was notified of the deal on Tuesday and expects to deliver its initial decision by December 20.  CRN has contacted the agency for comment.  The investigation is currently in its first phase. Many of the deals the agency investigates are approved follo...

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