Axcelis, Veeco to refile antitrust paperwork, expect deal to close in Q1 2027
( November 2, 2026, 13:41 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Axcelis and Veeco received Hart-Scott-Rodino Act clearance in November 2025. Now that the clearance is set to expire, the semiconductor companies will refile HSR paperwork with the US antitrust agencies, according to a press release. Axcelis and Veeco expect to close their deal by the end of the first quarter of 2027. The merger is also subject to Chinese regulatory approval.Statement follows in full. ...
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