Announced Thu, 17 Jul · 08:38 IST

Hexaware Technologies Limited has informed the Exchange regarding 'Press Release-Hexaware acquired Tech SMC Square India Private Limited and Tech SMCSquared (GCC) India Private Limited ,'.

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AI summary

Hexaware Technologies has acquired SMC Squared, a US-headquartered firm that helps global companies set up Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India. The deal is worth $90 million upfront plus earnouts, with an additional $30 million in potential outperformance bonuses — all in cash. SMC Squared had revenue of about $22 million in CY2024 and ~$16 million in H1 2025, employs around 500 people across Bengaluru and Hyderabad, and serves clients including Papa John's and several Fortune 500 companies. Hexaware plans to launch a new 'GCC 2.0' service line combining SMC Squared's GCC build-operate expertise with Hexaware's AI and platform-led delivery model, targeting India's fast-growing GCC market projected to cross $100 billion by 2030. SMC Squared's leadership, including CEO Patricia Connolly and COO Steven Stephan, will continue managing the business under Hexaware.

Likely market impact

This acquisition strengthens Hexaware's presence in the high-growth GCC market and adds US-based enterprise clients, potentially boosting future revenue and deal pipeline. For shareholders, the deal signals aggressive inorganic growth strategy, though the cash outflow of up to $120M and integration risks in a competitive IT services market warrant close monitoring.