Coforge to acquire Encora in US$2.35 billion all-stock deal
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Coforge is buying US-based Encora for US$2.35 billion in an all-stock deal. Sellers Advent International and Warburg Pincus will roll over and hold about 20% in Coforge. Up to US$550 million bridge loan or QIP will retire Encora debt. Encora revenue was US$516 million in FY25, expected at US$600 million in FY26 with 19% adjusted EBITDA. Combined firm targets 14% EBIT margin post-deal. Deal is EPS neutral. Closing in 4 to 6 months.
Share dilution from 20% equity issuance may pressure stock short-term. Deal boosts scale and adds AI capability with EPS neutral outcome on closing.