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Acer-Gateway deal is valued at $710 million USD






There is big news out of the computer world today. Acer today announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to purchase U.S.-based Gateway, Inc. Gateway is currently ranked as the fourth largest PC manufacturer in the U.S. with shipments of over 20 million PCs per year.

The acquisition is estimated to be valued at $710 million USD ($1.90 per share) and is expected to be finalized in December 2007.

"This strategic transaction is an important milestone in Acer's long history" said Acer chairman J.T. Wang. "The acquisition of Gateway and its strong brand immediately completes Acer's global footprint, by strengthening our US presence. This will be an excellent addition to Acer's already strong positions in Europe and Asia. Upon acquiring Gateway, we will further solidify our position as number three PC vendor globally."

"Joining with Acer will enable us to bring even more value to the consumer segments we serve and capitalize on Acer's highly regarded supply chain operations and global reach to expand the scope of the Gateway and eMachines brands around the world," remarked Gateway CEO Ed Coleman. "Acer has made impressive strides in the global PC market and the board and I welcome this merger."

From statements made by representatives for both companies, it appears that the eMachines brand -- which Gateway acquired 2004 for roughly $262 million USD -- and Gateway brand will live on under Acer's massive wings. The retention of the brands also means that Gateway will likely continue to flaunt its "cow heritage" much like the Chick-fil-A restaurant chain.

The news of Acer’s acquisition comes just weeks after Gateway’s announcement that it would enter the Chinese PC market with desktop and notebook computers.


http://www.dailytech.com/Acer+to+Acq...rticle8603.htm

[Kuntau]

alot and alot more company will merge in the future. automotive industries also like this better they share technology rather than having dog fight each other.