Dell Technologies (Silver Lake / MSD)

PE-Owned

Silver Lake and Michael Dell took Dell private for $24.9B in 2013 — the largest tech LBO in history at the time. The deal saddled Dell with $15B+ in debt. Dell went public again in 2018. Employees reported significant headcount reductions and benefit cuts during the private period.

Founded: 1984|Acquired by Silver Lake (2013)$24.9B|Website →
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Ownership Information

Dell Technologies (Silver Lake / MSD) is owned by Silver Lake. Private equity ownership often leads to cost-cutting, price increases, and reduced quality of service as firms prioritize returns for investors over customers and employees.Learn more about PE ownership impact →

Timeline

1984

Dell Technologies (Silver Lake / MSD) founded

2013

Acquired by Silver Lake for $24.9B

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