Broadcom Nearing Deal to Buy Symantec Enterprise Unit

Broadcom Nearing Deal to Buy Symantec Enterprise Unit

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The video discusses Broadcom's strategic focus on the enterprise segment following its acquisition of CA Technologies, which expanded its semiconductor business into enterprise software. The potential for customer overlap and increased product sales is highlighted, along with the challenges both the enterprise and consumer segments face, such as revenue weakness and the need for margin improvements. The consumer antivirus business is seen as struggling and may face difficulties in finding a suitable buyer. Broadcom's expansion into software, particularly legacy systems, is also explored.

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What similarities exist between the purchase of the whole company and the enterprise unit?

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What impact does the purchase of the enterprise unit have on Broadcom's business strategy?

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What are the potential challenges faced by the consumer antivirus business after the deal?

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In what ways is the software business adjacent to Broadcom's semiconductor operations?

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How does the acquisition of CA relate to Broadcom's current purchase considerations?

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