Sandisk (Nasdaq: SNDK) invests $1.0 billion in Nanya and DRAM supply deal

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Sandisk Corporation disclosed that its wholly owned unit, Sandisk Technologies, Inc., agreed to make a strategic equity investment in Nanya Technology Corporation through a private placement of Nanya common stock. Sandisk will purchase approximately 139 million Nanya shares for an aggregate price of $1.0 billion, representing about 3.9% of Nanya’s outstanding common stock on a fully diluted basis after the transaction.

The purchase price reflects a 15% discount to Nanya’s 30‑day average trading price, consistent with Taiwan’s Securities and Exchange Act and related regulations. The new shares will be subject to a three‑year statutory lock‑up period after delivery, limiting transfers except in specified cases under Taiwanese law. Alongside the investment, Sandisk and Nanya entered into a multi‑year strategic supply arrangement under which Nanya will supply DRAM products to support Sandisk’s long‑term DRAM sourcing strategy.

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Sandisk commits $1.0 billion for a locked‑up Nanya stake and DRAM supply.

Sandisk, via its subsidiary, is investing $1.0 billion to acquire approximately 139 million Nanya shares, equal to about 3.9% of Nanya’s fully diluted equity. The price is set at a 15% discount to Nanya’s 30‑day average trading price, in line with Taiwanese securities rules for private placements.

The three‑year lock‑up on the new Nanya shares limits Sandisk’s ability to exit quickly, reinforcing the long‑term nature of this strategic relationship. In parallel, Nanya will supply DRAM products to Sandisk under a multi‑year arrangement, aligning the equity investment with Sandisk’s stated long‑term DRAM sourcing strategy.

Future disclosures in company filings may detail volumes, pricing frameworks, or performance conditions for the DRAM supply, which would clarify operational impact. For now, the filing emphasizes the combination of financial commitment, governance‑driven lock‑up, and supply security between Sandisk and Nanya.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 25, 2026

Sandisk Corporation

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

Delaware		001-42420		99-1508671
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

951 Sandisk Drive
Milpitas
California		95035
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)		(Zip Code)

(408) 801-1000

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

Not applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 Par Value Per Share		SNDK		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
				(Nasdaq Global Select Market)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.

On March 25, 2026, Sandisk Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sandisk Corporation, entered into a Private Placement Subscription Agreement (the “Equity Investment Agreement”) with Nanya Technology Corporation (“Nanya”), pursuant to which the Company agreed to make a strategic equity investment in Nanya through a private placement of Nanya common stock (the “Transaction”).

Under the Equity Investment Agreement, the Company agreed to purchase approximately 139 million shares of Nanya common stock for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $1.0 billion, representing approximately 3.9% of Nanya’s outstanding common stock on a fully diluted basis following the Transaction. The purchase price reflects a 15% discount to Nanya’s 30-day average trading price, consistent with the Taiwan Securities and Exchange Act (“SEA”) and applicable regulations. The private placement is being conducted pursuant to Article 43-6 of the SEA and applicable regulations and is subject to post-closing filings with the Taiwan Stock Exchange and other Taiwanese regulatory authorities. The shares issued to the Company in the private placement will be subject to a statutory lock-up period of three years following delivery, during which the Company will be restricted from transferring or selling the shares, subject to limited exceptions under applicable Taiwanese law.

The foregoing description of the Equity Investment Agreement does not purport to be complete and is qualified in its entirety by reference to the full text of the Equity Investment Agreement, which is filed as Exhibit 10.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and incorporated herein by reference.

Item 8.01 Other Events.

Concurrently with the Equity Investment Agreement, the Company and Nanya also entered into a multi-year strategic supply arrangement pursuant to which Nanya will supply the Company with DRAM products. The supply arrangement is intended to support the Company’s long-term DRAM sourcing strategy.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d)		Exhibits
		10.1		Private Placement Subscription Agreement, dated as of March 25, 2026, by and between Sandisk Technologies, Inc. and Nanya Technology Corporation.
		104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

		Sandisk Corporation
		(Registrant)
By:		/s/ Bernard Shek
		Bernard Shek
		Chief Legal Officer and Secretary

Date: March 25, 2026

FAQ

What strategic transaction did Sandisk (SNDK) announce with Nanya?

Sandisk, through its subsidiary, agreed to make a strategic equity investment in Nanya Technology via a private placement. The deal also includes a multi‑year DRAM supply arrangement, aligning Nanya’s product output with Sandisk’s long‑term memory sourcing strategy.

How large is Sandisk’s equity investment in Nanya Technology?

Sandisk plans to purchase approximately 139 million Nanya common shares for an aggregate price of about $1.0 billion. This will give Sandisk around 3.9% of Nanya’s outstanding common stock on a fully diluted basis following completion of the transaction.

What ownership stake will Sandisk hold in Nanya after the private placement?

After the transaction, Sandisk is expected to own about 3.9% of Nanya’s outstanding common stock on a fully diluted basis. This minority stake reflects a strategic, rather than controlling, investment approach consistent with a long‑term technology and supply partnership.

At what price is Sandisk buying Nanya shares in the private placement?

The purchase price for Nanya’s common stock reflects a 15% discount to Nanya’s 30‑day average trading price. This pricing structure complies with Taiwan’s Securities and Exchange Act and related regulations governing private placements of listed company shares.

Is Sandisk’s Nanya shareholding subject to any lock-up restrictions?

Yes. The Nanya shares issued to Sandisk will be subject to a statutory three‑year lock‑up period after delivery. During this time, Sandisk will generally be restricted from transferring or selling the shares, except for limited cases allowed under Taiwanese law.

What is included in the DRAM supply arrangement between Sandisk and Nanya?

Alongside the equity deal, Nanya agreed to supply DRAM products to Sandisk under a multi‑year strategic arrangement. This agreement is intended to support Sandisk’s long‑term DRAM sourcing strategy, linking its component supply more closely with Nanya’s manufacturing capabilities.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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Agreements & Contracts

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