Extreme Networks (EXTR) Considers Acquiring Ruckus Networks for Over $1 Billion
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 13 2026
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Source: seekingalpha
- Acquisition Interest: Extreme Networks is considering a cash-and-stock acquisition of Ruckus Networks, potentially valuing the deal at over $1 billion, indicating the company's intent to expand in the Wi-Fi and networking systems sector.
- Decision Pending: Despite the acquisition interest, Bloomberg reports that Extreme has not made a final decision and may opt against proceeding, reflecting a cautious approach in its strategic choices.
- Market Reaction: Following the acquisition news, Extreme Networks' stock rose by 1.2%, while CommScope's shares also gained 1%, indicating a positive market response to the potential deal.
- Analyst Ratings: Extreme Networks has recently been initiated with a Buy rating by BofA, and Oppenheimer upgraded its rating amid market expansion, suggesting analysts' optimistic outlook on the company's future performance.
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Analyst Views on COMM
Wall Street analysts forecast COMM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for COMM is 24.25 USD with a low forecast of 23.50 USD and a high forecast of 25.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
2 Analyst Rating
2 Buy
0 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 19.580
Low
23.50
Averages
24.25
High
25.00
Current: 19.580
Low
23.50
Averages
24.25
High
25.00
About COMM
Vistance Networks, Inc., formerly CommScope Holding Company, Inc. is a global provider of infrastructure solutions for communication, data center and entertainment networks. The Company's solutions for wired and wireless networks enable service providers, including cable, telephone and digital broadcast satellite operators and media programmers, to deliver media, voice, Internet Protocol (IP) data services and Wi-Fi to their subscribers and allow businesses to experience constant wireless and wired connectivity across complex and varied networking environments. RUCKUS segment develops networking solutions and provides wireless networks for enterprises and service providers. The Ruckus’s product offerings include indoor cellular solutions such as indoor and outdoor Wi-Fi. The Aurora Networks segment provides access network solutions. Its comprehensive, end-to-end product portfolio supports global service providers with hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) and broadband network products.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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