The Firm is representing JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., BNP Paribas and Mizuho Bank, Ltd. in connection with committed financing for Amphenol Corporation’s (“Amphenol”) proposed acquisition of CommScope Holding Company Inc.’s (“CommScope”) Connectivity and Cable Solutions business. The cash purchase price is approximately $10.5 billion. Subject to the receipt of customary regulatory approvals and the satisfaction of other closing conditions, the transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026.
Amphenol is one of the world’s largest designers, manufacturers and marketers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. CommScope designs, manufactures, installs and supports the hardware infrastructure and software intelligence that enable our digital society to interact and thrive.
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