HPE Completes Juniper Networks Acquisition, Boosting AI and Networking Power

On July 2, 2025, Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE) officially completed its acquisition of Juniper Networks, a company known for its AI-native networking technology. This deal, first announced in January 2024, was approved by Juniper’s shareholders in April 2024.

With this move, HPE aims to lead the market in AI and hybrid cloud solutions by expanding its portfolio and strengthening its position in the networking space.

Bigger, Stronger Networking Business

The acquisition doubles the size of HPE’s networking division. It brings together Juniper’s strength in AI-native solutions and data centre networking with HPE’s existing focus on secure, enterprise-level networking.

By combining their strengths, HPE can now offer a full range of modern networking products — from hardware and software to security and AI tools.

Benefits for Customers

Customers of both companies will now have access to a stronger, more complete range of products. This includes solutions that help manage complex data needs and make it easier to run AI workloads. The new AI-native network architecture aims to make connectivity faster, smarter, and more secure.

Juniper’s former CEO, Rami Rahim, will now lead the combined networking business at HPE. He said this partnership comes at the perfect time, as demand for AI and networking solutions continues to rise.

Strong Growth and Value for Shareholders

The deal also makes financial sense for HPE. It adds a high-margin business to its portfolio and is expected to increase HPE’s earnings starting from the first year after the merger. More than 50% of HPE’s operating income will now come from its networking division.

HPE plans to use its global sales network to expand the reach of Juniper’s products, opening up new growth opportunities in areas like data centres, routers, and firewalls.

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Conclusion

This acquisition marks a major milestone for HPE. By joining forces with Juniper, HPE is now better positioned to lead in the fast-growing areas of AI, networking, and hybrid cloud. Customers can expect faster innovation, smarter networks, and a more complete set of tools to meet the challenges of modern IT.

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