Here's What a Dell-VMware Combination Could Look Like

  • Profitable software maker may swallow Dell in a reverse merger
  • Each scenario requires selling shares to pay down Dell’s debt

Dell Eyes Reverse Merger With VMware to Slash Debt Load

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There are several ways for Dell Technologies Inc. to return to the public stock market and cut its $48.5 billion debt load, according to analysts.

The Round Rock, Texas-based company can orchestrate a reverse merger with VMware Inc., list itself through an initial public offering, or buy the remaining VMware shares it doesn’t already own. Dell is set to discuss its next moves at a board meeting later this month.