Qualcomm’s bid to buy Intel hinges partly on US election, China scrutiny, sources say

Qualcomm, which has made informal inquiries with Chinese regulators, could wait until January to make a decision, sources say

The Qualcomm headquarters in San Diego, California. Photo: The San Diego Union-Tribune/TNS
Qualcomm is likely to wait until after the US presidential election in November before deciding whether to pursue an offer to buy Intel, people familiar with the matter said.
San Diego-based Qualcomm wants greater clarity on the new occupant of the White House before deciding its next move because of the impact any future administration would have on the antitrust landscape and America’s relationship with China, according to the people, who asked not to be identified discussing confidential information.
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