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Hewlett-Packard to Acquire 3Com for $2.7 Billion

Finance World News Update by EQUITIES Magazine

Today Hewlett-Packard announced its acquisition of network switching, routing and security provider, 3Com, for $2.7 billion. The deal, which is aimed to improve H.P.’s position in China and expand its network gear business, came as the company provided an early look at its earnings for the fourth quarter and reported a profit.

Revenue in the quarter was $30.8 billion, down eight percent from one year ago.

In Palo Alto this morning, Chief Executive Mike V. Hurd said, “Solid execution drove exceptional performance for H.P. this quarter, fueled by significant growth in China.”

Directors of both companies have approved the deal, in which 3Com shareholder will receive $7.90 per share of 3Com stock that they hold at the closing of the merger.

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