HONG KONG – ASM Pacific Technology is talking to potential investors to take the company private, according to reports.

The potential deal would cost outside investors at least $3.2 billion, based on the firm’s current market value of $4.2 billion. ASM PT reportedly aims to relist on Shanghai’s STAR market.

ASM has approached private equity and venture capital firms, as well as talked to several banks.

ASM International is said to support the move but doesn't plan to divest its 25% stake.

The company denies the reports.

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