Salesforce Nears Acquisition of Informatica Amid Valuation Challenges

Salesforce's potential acquisition of Informatica faces hurdles with the offer price below Informatica's current stock value.

Salesforce is in advanced talks to acquire data-management firm Informatica, with a potential announcement expected soon.
The proposed acquisition price is lower than Informatica's recent stock price, posing financial challenges for the deal.
Informatica specializes in cloud-based and on-premise data management, serving major clients like Unilever and Toyota.
Salesforce has a history of significant acquisitions, including a $28 billion deal for Slack Technologies.
Activist investors have recently influenced Salesforce's strategic decisions, pushing for cost cuts and operational efficiencies.