The acquisition will result in a joint venture, in which Tata will own 60% and Pegatron will have 40% interest.

India's Tata Electronics is reportedly buying a 60 percent stake in Taiwan-based Pegatron's only India iPhone facility, strengthening Tata's position as Apple's main supplier partner in the country.

As part of the agreement, Tata Electronics will secure a 60 per cent ownership in the Tamil Nadu-based iPhone manufacturing facility, granting it control over daily operations. Pegatron, on the other hand,

India’s Tata Electronics will acquire a majority stake in Taiwanese contract manufacturer Pegatron’s sole iPhone plant in India, which will form a joint venture that bolsters Tata as supplier to Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL),