What happened
Schneider Electric SE is in advanced talks to buy PTC Inc., with the potential price tag topping $20 billion, according to someone with direct knowledge of the discussions. That person, who asked not to be named because the talks are private, said the deal could be unveiled as soon as early Monday morning.
Media and company responses
The Financial Times first flagged the negotiations earlier on Sunday. Representatives for both Schneider and PTC did not respond right away when asked for comment.
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How this fits with Schneider's recent moves
If this agreement comes together, it would be Schneider's largest transaction to date, based on figures compiled by Bloomberg. It would also come on the heels of the French group's announcement last month that it would buy Shelly Group SE, a Bulgaria-based maker of smart devices for the home, for €1.2 billion.
What this means for your portfolio
This is a live situation with a possible announcement as early as Monday morning and no immediate comment from either side. If it goes through, expect fresh attention on industrial software and on whether big-ticket dealmaking is back in force. For everyday investors, the practical move is to watch for confirmed terms and timing before judging how this could ripple through both tech and industrial names.
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