Toshiba Chip Sales Talks Stall

Toshiba's chip unit sale to Bain LED group is delayed due to legal disputes with Western Digital and internal consortium disagreements. Toshiba wants upfront payment for some costs, but the consortium is hesitant. The deadline for the deal is March 2018, and while an IPO is considered, it's unlikely. Toshiba's flash memory unit shows strong earnings growth and a positive market outlook.

How has Toshiba's flash memory market outlook been described?

What did the sources indicate about Toshiba's ability to finalize the deal by March?