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DOJ Moves to Block HPE's $14 Billion Acquisition of Juniper Networks

The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Hewlett Packard Enterprise's acquisition of Juniper Networks, citing concerns over competition.

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  1. DOJ sues to block HP Enterprise from buying Juniper Networks

    The Biden administration's antitrust lawsuit against the HP Enterprise and Juniper merger illustrates a potentially surprising shift in regulatory scrutiny that could disrupt expectations within corporate America.

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  2. DOJ sues to block Hewlett Packard Enterprise's $14 billion Juniper deal

    The Department of Justice's lawsuit highlights a concerning trend where major players in the tech industry are attempting to consolidate their power, ultimately undermining competition and innovation.

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  3. Justice Department sues to block $14 billion Juniper buyout by Hewlett Packard Enterprise

    The unexpected legal challenge from the Justice Department raises questions about the Trump administration’s stance on antitrust enforcement, particularly given the anticipation of a more lenient approach to mergers under its leadership.

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Jan 30th, 2025, 8:29 PM ET

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The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit to block Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks, arguing it would significantly reduce market competition and raise prices. This lawsuit marks the first antitrust enforcement action from the Trump administration. HPE claims the merger would enhance innovation and market competitiveness, disputing the DOJ's findings that the acquisition would eliminate competition. The deal has already been approved by regulators in the UK and EU. Both HPE and Juniper have stated they intend to vigorously defend the merger in court.

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