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EU Reviews AMD’s $4.9B ZT Systems Deal for Antitrust Concerns

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Last updated: March 10, 2025 9:45 am
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Published February 6, 2025
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The European Commission has commenced an antitrust review of Advanced Micro Devices’ (AMD) proposed $4.9 billion acquisition of ZT Systems, a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing infrastructure.

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Strategic Implications of the AcquisitionZT Systems’ Role in AI and Cloud ComputingRegulatory Scrutiny and Next StepsIndustry Impact and Future Outlook

The regulatory body has set a deadline of March 12 to decide whether to approve the deal or launch an in-depth investigation.

Strategic Implications of the Acquisition

AMD announced the acquisition in August 2024, aiming to bolster its AI hardware capabilities and better compete with industry giant Nvidia. The deal, structured as a cash and stock transaction, includes a contingent payment of up to $400 million based on certain post-closing milestones. AMD expects the transaction to be accretive on a non-GAAP basis by the end of 2025.

Dr. Lisa Su, Chair and CEO of AMD, emphasized the strategic importance of the acquisition: “ZT Systems adds world-class systems design and rack-scale solutions expertise that will significantly strengthen our data center AI systems and customer enablement capabilities. This acquisition builds on our commitment to accelerate AI hardware and software innovation.”

ZT Systems’ Role in AI and Cloud Computing

Headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, ZT Systems has over 15 years of experience in designing and deploying AI and storage infrastructure for major hyperscale computing firms, including Microsoft and Meta Platforms. The acquisition aligns with AMD’s long-term AI strategy by integrating ZT Systems’ expertise with AMD’s high-performance AI accelerators, EPYC CPUs, and networking solutions.

Frank Zhang, CEO of ZT Systems, expressed optimism about the acquisition, stating: “Joining AMD allows us to expand our role in designing AI infrastructure that is shaping the future of computing.”

Regulatory Scrutiny and Next Steps

The European Commission’s review process will determine whether the acquisition raises competition concerns. The regulatory body may approve the deal with or without conditions, or it could initiate a four-month-long in-depth investigation if significant issues arise.

AMD officially notified the Commission of its bid for ZT Systems on February 4, marking the beginning of the regulatory process. The company has yet to comment on potential remedies or concessions should concerns be raised during the review.

Industry Impact and Future Outlook

This acquisition is part of AMD’s broader investment strategy, which includes over $1 billion in AI ecosystem expansion in the past year. The integration of ZT Systems into AMD’s Data Center Solutions Business Group is expected to accelerate AI infrastructure deployment for cloud and enterprise customers. Upon closing, Frank Zhang will lead the manufacturing business, while ZT President Doug Huang will oversee design and customer enablement teams under AMD’s Executive Vice President Forrest Norrod.

With AI demand surging, AMD’s acquisition of ZT Systems positions it as a formidable competitor in the data center and AI markets. The outcome of the EU regulatory review will play a crucial role in determining whether AMD can proceed with its strategic expansion unhindered.

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