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Google wins right to purchase up to $12.2 billion in Marvell shares
Semiconductor firm Marvell Technology has granted Google the option to acquire nearly 59 million shares at a fixed price of $206.58 per share, according to regulatory filings. The transaction could represent a significant investment by the tech giant in the chipmaker.
LSN India ·
Marvell Technology disclosed in a regulatory filing that it has granted Google the right to purchase up to 58.9 million shares at $206.58 per share, valuing the potential transaction at approximately $12.2 billion.
The share purchase agreement represents a strategic arrangement between the search and cloud computing giant and the semiconductor manufacturer. The fixed pricing mechanism provides clarity on the terms under which Google may exercise its purchasing option.
Marvell is a major supplier of semiconductor solutions for data center, networking, and storage applications, sectors where Google has significant operations. The agreement reflects the technology sector's ongoing consolidation patterns and strategic partnerships amid evolving supply chain dynamics.
The regulatory disclosure comes as major technology companies continue to secure supply arrangements for critical semiconductor components. Google's option to purchase shares at a predetermined price provides the company with financial flexibility while maintaining a structured investment framework.
The transaction remains subject to standard closing conditions and regulatory approvals, as noted in the company's filing documents.