What is the reason for Keysight's divestiture?

The DOJ required Keysight to divest three of Spirent's businesses to address antitrust concerns tied to its acquisition.

Which businesses is Keysight divesting?

Keysight is divesting Spirent Communications' high-speed ethernet, network security, and channel emulation business lines.

Who is acquiring the divested units?

VIAVI Solutions is set to acquire the divested units from Keysight as part of the consent agreement.

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Keysight to divest Spirent units to VIAVI as part of US consent agreement

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Posted on June 3, 2025

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Last updated: January 23, 2026

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Keysight to divest Spirent units to VIAVI as part of US consent agreement

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