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Amphenol Corporation (NYSE: APH) is reportedly close to acquiring CommScope’s (NASDAQ: COMM) broadband connectivity and cable business in a deal valued at about $10.5 billion, according to the Wall Street Journal. Sources familiar with the matter said the agreement could be finalized as early as Monday.
The acquisition would mark a significant expansion for Amphenol as it aims to capitalize on growing demand for data centers, which rely heavily on fiber-optic cables to deliver high-speed data transmission. Industry analysts note that the surge in cloud computing, streaming services, and AI-driven applications is driving infrastructure upgrades, boosting demand for broadband solutions.
CommScope’s broadband unit is its largest division by sales and operating income, making it a strategic asset in the global connectivity market. Earlier reports indicated that CommScope had been exploring a sale to reduce debt and refocus on its core business operations.
This would not be Amphenol’s first purchase from CommScope. In 2023, the company acquired CommScope’s outdoor wireless network and distributed antenna systems units for $2.1 billion, strengthening its position in the wireless infrastructure sector. The latest deal would significantly broaden Amphenol’s portfolio, positioning it as a stronger player in both wired and wireless communication markets.
If completed, the transaction would be one of the largest in the connectivity and infrastructure space this year, reflecting the industry’s ongoing consolidation trend as companies seek to meet escalating global data demands.
Both Amphenol and CommScope have yet to issue official statements regarding the reported deal.
