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CommScope sells CCS segment to Amphenol for $10.5B cash; plans shareholder dividend
Vistance Networks, Inc.
- Entered definitive agreement to sell CCS to Amphenol (NYSE: APH) for $10.5B in cash; close expected H1 2026.
- Net proceeds estimated at ~$10B after taxes and transaction costs; proceeds will repay debt and redeem preferred equity held by Carlyle.
- Excess cash to be distributed to shareholders as a dividend within 60-90 days post-close; exact amount to be determined.
- CommScope retains ANS and RUCKUS businesses after the sale; transaction requires shareholder vote and regulatory approvals.
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