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TEXAS INSTRUMENTS INC 8-K Report (Aug 31, 2000)

Filed August 31, 2000For Securities:TXN

Summary

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) filed an 8-K report on August 31, 2000, detailing the closing of its acquisition of Burr-Brown Corporation. The transaction, which was structured as a merger where Burr-Brown became a wholly owned subsidiary of TI, was completed on August 24, 2000. This acquisition is significant as it represents a strategic move by TI to enhance its product portfolio and market position, particularly in analog semiconductor technology. The financial implications of this merger are being accounted for using the "pooling of interests" method, a common practice at the time for significant business combinations. Investors should note that approximately 88 million shares of TI common stock were issued to Burr-Brown shareholders, option holders, and convertible note holders as consideration for the merger. This issuance will impact TI's share count and earnings per share moving forward.

Key Highlights

  • 1Texas Instruments (TXN) completed the acquisition of Burr-Brown Corporation on August 24, 2000.
  • 2The acquisition was structured as a merger, with Burr-Brown becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of TI.
  • 3Approximately 88 million shares of TI common stock were issued as consideration for the merger.
  • 4The transaction was accounted for using the "pooling of interests" method.
  • 5The 8-K filing includes a press release dated August 25, 2000, announcing the closing of the merger.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main event reported is the completion of the merger between Texas Instruments (TI) and Burr-Brown Corporation, effective August 24, 2000. Burr-Brown is now a wholly owned subsidiary of TI.

Texas Instruments financed the acquisition by issuing approximately 88 million shares of its common stock to the shareholders, option holders, and convertible note holders of Burr-Brown Corporation.

The merger is being accounted for as a "pooling of interests" under generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

While not explicitly detailed in the 8-K, acquiring Burr-Brown, a company known for its analog semiconductor products, suggests a strategic intent by TI to strengthen its position in the analog market and expand its product offerings in this area.