Coforge Acquires 11.07% Stake in Cigniti Technologies

Following their initial announcement on May 2nd, 2024, Coforge Limited has successfully acquired a strategic stake in Cigniti Technologies Limited.

Transaction Details

• Date of Acquisition: July 4, 2024
• Number of Shares Acquired: 3,021,293
• Stake Acquired: 11.07% of current paid-up share capital, 10.97% of expanded capital (as per draft letter of offer dated May 16, 2024)
• Acquisition Method: Purchase on the floor of stock exchanges
• Cost of Acquisition: Range of ₹1,392.90 to ₹1,415.00 per share (average price ₹1,412.2530 excluding transaction costs)

Rationale for Acquisition

• Complementary Businesses: While both Coforge and Cigniti operate in the information technology (IT) sector, their industry verticals and geographical reach are considered complementary.
• Enhanced Revenue Distribution: The acquisition is expected to improve Coforge’s revenue diversification across various industries and geographic markets.

Regulatory Approvals

All necessary approvals have been received, which include the Competition Commission of India (CCI) – on June 26, 2024, and the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (US) on July 2, 2024

Timeline for Completion

The acquisition is anticipated to be finalised by Q2 FY25 (September 2024), subject to:

• Completion of agreed-upon conditions
• Receipt of any remaining regulatory approvals
• Completion of closing actions as outlined in the Share Purchase Agreement

Non-Related Party Transaction

This acquisition is not classified as a related party transaction, and no promoter group companies of Coforge hold any interest in Cigniti Technologies.

Looking Ahead

Coforge’s acquisition of a strategic stake in Cigniti Technologies signifies a potential expansion into complementary IT segments. The coming quarters will be crucial in observing how this strategic move translates into revenue diversification and market reach for Coforge.

About Coforge Ltd

Coforge is an IT services company providing end-to-end software solutions and services. .

It is among the top 20 Indian software exporters. Prominent global customers include British Airways, the ING group, SEI Investments, Sabre, and SITA.

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