I have been pulled into the legal team to submit some thoughts on the strategy. It appears this may be resolved before it goes to trial.
HPE vs DOJ trial update
HPE & DOJ have proposed a trial date of Jun 16 & Oct 27 resp. The latter conflicts with the merger termination date of Oct 9. The judge today declined to set the trial date and has asked both parties to work together to come up with a feasible trial... — read more
Wow, how about the low morale? Can we go straight to HR for a mutual separation?
Is HR offering any mutual outs?
After DOJ block, HPE integration meetings still continuing?
Got invited to a couple of recurring HPE meetings after a lull from last week. Also got asked for some info from a HPE person. I thought no further engagement from Juniper side until the courts issue a final verdict. No clear & consistent message... — read more
Dishonesty is at an all time high
I came across a discussion about whether HPE should divest Aruba for the deal to proceed. It's important to note that HPE is unlikely to get rid of Aruba. Just three years ago, there was the “Ki-l Mist” campaign, which indicated their strong belief... — read more
HPE in the news…Data Breach.
https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/hewlett-packard-enterprise-company-3944876/ They should be worried about their own stuff versus trying to buy juniper.
CLEAN ROOM
I am part of a so-called Clean room. I had to sign 2 NDAs. I personally shared a lot of information with HPE and received information. Information has been sent back and forth that should not be allowed. The DOJ has attempted to contact a number... — read more
Another Year Another Fail
Juniper outwardly .... We are doing great, smashing every competitor and winning new customers.... Followed by 2024 results... Revenue Down YoY again, no growth and revenue in line with 10 years ago Total losers
Not a good place to work
Juniper is a disaster. When I started three years ago, I was actually excited about my new job. But had I known what I know now, I would've sprinted for the hills. I can't decide which is worse: the utter disregard for employees, the toxic... — read more
Juniper and Artista lost XAI PROJECTS
Major loss
An interesting take…a d I'm buying it.
What do you all think?? I agree 100%. https://www.futuriom.com/articles/news/hpe-looks-likely-to-lose-its-juniper-buy/2025/02
Would HPE divest Aruba to acquire Juniper?
Was wondering if HPE would jettison a stagnant $5.4B Aruba for a fast growing $0.7B MIST?
Rentention bonus / CLEAN ROOM
What happens to the retention bonus? Juniper has granted a limited group of people in finance this if the deal were to close. These people have worked very hard but are now empty-handed. Does Juniper still have to pay out this bonus? The culture in... — read more
It would be great if this drama were finally resolved
So we all know where we stand. I’d like to know if I should focus more on looking for another job, as it’s becoming increasingly difficult and demanding to find something else.
Whatever you do, don't quit just yet
If the deal goes through, layoffs will be everywhere, meaning there's a good chance you'll get severance. Things aren’t bad enough here - yet - that waiting it out isn’t an option. And if the deal falls through, you can always quit then. I’ll never... — read more
DOJ complaint states that no further engagement with HPE
Preliminarily and permanently enjoin and restrain Defendants and all persons acting on their behalf from consummating HPE’s acquisition of Juniper or from entering into or carrying out any other contract, agreement, plan, or understanding, the... — read more
HPE really looks lame in the DOJ suit, and Mist looks wonderful!
https://www.justice.gov/opa/media/1387541/dl No wonder HPE was willing to pay SUCH a premium on JNPR's then stock price. From DOJ's POV, I really can see how HPE is buying JNPR to eliminate a competitor. If the merger doesn't happen, JNPR survives... — read more
What is DoJ's main concern to block the deal
Can any share what's the exact issue DoJ is pointing to block the deal
Beat Mist
HPE had a campaign to Beat Mist. If this was known to Juniper, why would Juniper want to sell itself to HPE with the potential for Mist to be swept under the rug?
Update from Mist Man
We are getting closer. The challenge revolves around the market share of the combined wireless portfolio. Cisco has lobbied hard to both DoJ as well as to Congress to rejected deal. We may have to deprecate some products to move forward. OA seems... — read more
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Juniper Networks Strongly Oppose Department of Justice’s Decision to File Suit to Block Acquisition
"We believe the Department of Justice’s analysis of this acquisition is fundamentally flawed and we are disappointed in its decision to file a suit attempting to prohibit the closing of the transaction. We will vigorously defend against the... — read more
Urgent Update
I am in the DC area currently and we are prepared to discuss the remaining issue that the DoJ is concerned about. Stand By.
DOJ sues to block deal
Oh man this is going to get messy…and expensive! https://www.streetinsider.com/dr/news.php?id=24271570&gfv=1
DOJ poised to block the HPE Juniper deal
HPE representatives met with Donald Trump’s antitrust enforcers on Tuesday over its $14 billion bid to buy Juniper Networks Inc., according to people familiar with the matter. HPE and Juniper representatives discussed the US Justice Department’s... — read more
Still up in air.
https://www.crn.com/news/ai/2025/doj-challenge-to-hpe-juniper-would-derail-formidable-cisco-alternative-partners
Layoffs yesterday
Did this really happen? What orgs?
Nobody should be looking forward to the HPE deal
Do people not realize that at least half of us would lose our jobs if it goes through?
Hmmmm.....
Juniper Networks sinks after report DOJ leaning toward blocking HPE deal (JNPR:NYSE) | Seeking Alpha https://search.app/Dwi3yjksVZktAtjy6
HPE to walk away
https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/juniper-networks-shares-tumble-on-doj-lawsuit-concerns-93CH-3834574
My goodness
It’s sad that so many of my coworkers are d-mb as a box of rocks. “It’s happening! I know the most man. Trust me. Tuesday is the day!” To today… “DOJ is looking to block the deal” Would you get ahold of yourself?!?!?!?
its done - Juniper will become HPE Juniper in few hours.
(sorry Mist Man - breaking the new first) DOJ is happy after the discussion with HPE and Juniper reps. Approval is almost here. Announcement is expected on 28th Jan morning. COO and CMO all hands cancellations next week is also because of this... — read more
What will happen to this page after acquisition closes
I got addicted to visiting the page https://www.thelayoff.com/juniper-networks. After merger with HPE, do we need to visit hpe layoff page?
What are the numbers?
I’ve heard about people laid off in smaller batches. No one in my immediate surroundings.
Layoffs next week?
My boss mentioned that there might be a wfr next week. Not sure if it's company wide or specific to certain functions. A lot of projects getting cut & people who are purposely not assigned to anything worthwhile are targets. Also the deal close is... — read more
If youre asking your career questions, ask yourself this.
You've dedicated so much of your life to your career, pouring your heart and soul into your work. It's completely understandable to feel overwhelmed and question your place in this industry. Take a moment to reflect on these important questions: .. — read more
ERISA Settlement
Will Laid Off employees still be part of the ERISA settlement?
Reorg?
Was there a reorg last week?
Looking for info on layoffs
There have been some rumors about possible cuts at the start of the year. Is there any truth to them?
Looking back…
As a recent former employee, I need to express my strong feelings about my experience at Juniper. While I’m relieved to have moved on, I genuinely miss the vibrant atmosphere that defined Juniper in 2023 and prior. It’s startling to see the drastic... — read more
Juniper stocks
What will happen to the stock price if the deal does not go through? Do you expect it to stay around $40 or will it go back to $25?