Broadcom completed its acquisition of VMware in 2023.
The transaction closed on November 22, 2023, after receiving regulatory approvals in several jurisdictions. VMware was known for virtualization software that helps organizations run multiple virtual computers on shared physical hardware. The acquisition therefore expanded Broadcom's activities beyond semiconductors into infrastructure software.
The deal was announced in 2022 and completed in 2023, which explains why the two years are sometimes confused. Broadcom also reorganized VMware's product business after the acquisition, emphasizing subscription and software offerings. This transaction is separate from Broadcom's earlier purchases of companies such as CA Technologies and Symantec's enterprise-security business, which also helped reshape its portfolio.