Could Marvell get a buyout bid? Here’s why a SoftBank deal might make sense.

1. SoftBank considered acquiring Marvell to merge with Arm, talks stalled. 2. Marvell's stock rose 3.7%, indicative of market interest and speculation. 3. Analyst notes Marvell's strong SerDes for high-speed data, crucial for Arm’s ambitions. 4. Regulatory challenges and leadership choices complicate any acquisition deal. 5. Marvell's stock potentially higher ahead of Q3 earnings on December 2.