Makers of cars and electronic devices from TVs to smartphones are sounding alarm bells about a global shortage of chips, which is causing manufacturing delays.
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Qualcomm has said it will engage in negotiations with Broadcom, the clearest indication by the company that it is open to a potential takeover. Following a meeting with executives at both companies on
Qualcomm, the largest maker of mobile-phone chips, will acquire NXP Semiconductors in a transaction valued at US$47bn, aiming to speed an expansion into new industries and reduce its dependence on the smartphone market. San Diego-based