scenario#1 Broadcom deal doesn't go through
Qcom upper management is relieved (big sigh) they won't be kicked out. They will get to work and start laying off Qcom employees to save $1B in cost to meet very aggressive projected EPS ~$7. There doesn't seem ways how 1B can be cut without atleast 20% savings.
scenario#2 Broadcom takes over Qcom
Qcom upper management is kicked off immediately and board members replaced.
Review of existing head counts by broadcom management and expect atleast 50% layoff by mid 2019.
In my opinion, Qcom deserves its current situation. Doesn't look like it is tech company anymore. No one talks about technology now a days. everyone focused on personal benefits. All day funny meetings - but i feel them beneficial to relive some stress. BTW I know engineers sleeping behind closed doors in the afternoon. what else I can say..
Friendly Suggestion to all if you will: Be mentally prepared. Start saving now for rainy days. Rest and Vest won't last forever...
Yours truly