Introduction of Freescale

Freescale Semiconductor is the world's leading semiconductor company with its global headquarters in Austin, Texas, USA. Focus on embedded processing solutions. Freescale provides technologies including microprocessors, microcontrollers, sensors, analog integrated circuits and connections for the automotive, network, industrial and consumer electronics markets. Some of Freescale's main applications and terminal markets include automobile safety, hybrid and all-electric vehicles, next-generation wireless infrastructure, intelligent energy management, portable medical equipment, consumer appliances and smart mobile devices. There are many design, R&D, manufacturing and sales organizations around the world. Gregg Lowe is the president and CEO. The company invested $755 million in R&D in 20 13, accounting for 18% of the annual net sales. 2065438+In February 2005, Freescale and NXP reached a merger agreement, and the combined market value was 40 billion US dollars. The merger will be completely completed in the second half of 20 15. Upon completion of the transaction, Freescale shareholders will receive a return of USD 6.25 +0.352 1 NXP shares/share, accounting for 32% of the combined company. At the same time, Freescale's market value will reach11800 million US dollars, and the combined entity's overall market value will reach1670 million US dollars.