While some manufacturers of hard drives declare that the magnetic plate will always be cheaper than an identical volume of solid-state memory, an interest in core assets from their side remains at a decent level.
The stock market yesterday stirred the rumors Bloomberg agency's intention to Micron and Western Digital to fight for the right to purchase the assets of SanDisk - one of the largest manufacturers of solid-state memory. Last, according to sources, hired a consultant to look for buyers. SanDisk's share price this wave increased by 17%, increase the chances of the transaction amount to $ 12.6 billion.
Interested parties declined to comment on rumors, but sources have admitted that the talks can not succeed. Recall that the 15% stake in Western Digital will soon depart the Chinese holding Tsinghua Unigroup, who showed interest in buying Micron. If Western Digital absorb SanDisk, the Chinese will have indirect access to a source of solid state memory and related technologies. However, be aware that SanDisk has a joint venture with Toshiba, a Japanese corporation, and may prevent the transmission of shared secrets to a third party. Well, Micron may be interested in increasing its market share if it really intends to buy SanDisk or stake in the company.