By Simply Wall St
Publication Date: 2026-04-23 01:08:00
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NVIDIA is reported to be in advanced talks to acquire a major PC manufacturer, with HP and Dell widely viewed as the main candidates.
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The reports have triggered fresh attention on HP (NYSE:HPQ) as investors weigh how a potential transaction could reshape the PC and server market.
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No company involved has issued an official statement, leaving the timing, structure, and likelihood of any deal uncertain.
HP shares recently closed at $20.44, with NYSE:HPQ showing a 6.3% gain over the past week and 10.3% over the past month. These shorter term moves contrast with returns of 7.6% year to date and 12.8% over 1 year, extending to 20.5% over 3 years and 28.7% over 5 years. Against that backdrop, fresh deal chatter is adding a new layer of attention to a stock that has seen pressure over longer periods.
For investors watching NYSE:HPQ, the key questions now center on whether HP is actually the target, what form any deal might take, and how it could affect HP’s role in PCs and servers. Until there is formal confirmation or denial, the story remains speculative. It may be useful to focus on HP’s current business profile and risk tolerance rather than treating an acquisition as a given outcome.
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