Acquiring Company
Broadcom
Acquired Company
VMware
San JoseDescription
Broadcom Inc. has completed its $61 billion acquisition of VMware Inc., prompting scrutiny from EU regulators regarding new licensing changes. The European Commission is investigating the impact of these changes on cloud providers and competition in the market. Concerns have been raised about the potential limitations facing smaller cloud companies in accessing VMware subscriptions as Broadcom's new partner program comes into effect.
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Who acquired VMware?
VMware was acquired by Broadcom, based in San Jose. The deal was reported on September 13, 2026. Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO), a Delaware corporation headquartered in San Jose, CA, is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. Broadcom is publicly traded (AVGO).
When did Broadcom acquire VMware?
Broadcom's acquisition of VMware was reported on September 13, 2026. Broadcom Inc. has completed its $61 billion acquisition of VMware Inc., prompting scrutiny from EU regulators regarding new licensing changes. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does VMware do?
VMware is the company acquired in this transaction. It is privately held.
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