In reviewTechnology21 January 2025

NOKIA to acquire INFINERA

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NOKIA acquires INFINERA

Deal facts

Buyer
NOKIA
Target
INFINERA
Deal value
Not disclosed
Announced
21 January 2025
Status
In review
Sector
Technology
Country
Not stated
Consideration
Not stated

Sources

What we know

NOKIA has agreed to acquire INFINERA in a transaction announced on 21 January 2025. The deal structure remains undefined as the specific consideration type and total deal value were not disclosed to the public. Both parties operate within the telecommunications equipment sector, although the precise geographical location of the target entity was not reported in the available data.

The transaction is currently subject to regulatory approval and remains in the review phase. No completion date has been confirmed as the process is ongoing. This acquisition represents a significant consolidation within the industry, pending final clearance from relevant authorities before the deal can be formally concluded. The parties have not yet released further details regarding the specific terms or the strategic integration plan following the announcement.

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Deal timeline

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    NOKIA to acquire INFINERA

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