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UK competition watchdog clears IBM-HashiCorp $6.4 billion merger

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Posted on February 25, 2025

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(Reuters) - British competition regulator on Tuesday said it will not refer U.S.-based tech giant IBM's $6.4 billion buyout of HashiCorp to an in-depth Phase 2 probe. (Reporting by Yamini Kalia in

UK Regulator Approves IBM's $6.4 Billion Acquisition of HashiCorp

(Reuters) - British competition regulator on Tuesday said it will not refer U.S.-based tech giant IBM's $6.4 billion buyout of HashiCorp to an in-depth Phase 2 probe.

(Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru)

Key Takeaways

  • UK regulator approves IBM's acquisition of HashiCorp.
  • The deal is valued at $6.4 billion.
  • No in-depth Phase 2 probe will be conducted.
  • IBM is a U.S.-based tech giant.
  • The decision was reported by Reuters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the UK competition regulator decide regarding IBM's acquisition?
The UK competition regulator announced that it will not refer IBM's $6.4 billion buyout of HashiCorp for an in-depth Phase 2 probe.
How much is IBM's acquisition of HashiCorp worth?
IBM's acquisition of HashiCorp is valued at $6.4 billion.
Who reported on the merger approval?
The report on the merger approval was provided by Reuters, specifically by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru.

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