Earlier it was reported that IBM and Globalfoundries could not agree on a price per unit of the first companies engaged in production of chips and processors. Unsatisfactory state of IBM production capacity not motivated Globalfoundries to buy. It was assumed that GlobalFoundries will get with IBM manufacturing facilities about $ 1 billion, designed to cover part of the losses hanging on core business units. It is believed that this business is in its current state, IBM brings about $ 1.5 billion loss per year. According to the source, Globalfoundries insisted on increasing the amount of compensation to $ 2 billion
During the first half IBM's revenue realization microelectronic products decreased by 17% and total revenue this activity brings us only 2%. It is clear that IBM is committed to get rid of unprofitable business - though not yet on any terms. Of course, the parties may negotiate to come back later when they become compliant.