VMW Vmware Inc

By Michael Susin

The U.K's Competition and Markets Authority said Monday that it is investigating the acquisition of VMware Inc. by Broadcom Inc.

The watchdog said it is inviting to comments until Dec. 6 to determine whether the acquisition could result in lessened competition.

In May, Broadcom said it planned to acquire VMware for $61 billion in cash and stock.

Write to Michael Susin at michael.susin@wsj.com

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November 21, 2022 05:33 ET (10:33 GMT)

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