Capgemini’s $3.3B WNS Acquisition Gets Jersey Court Green Light, Closing Set for October 17

Capgemini Secures Final Nod for WNS Buyout in Landmark $3.3B Deal

In a major development in the global IT and business services sector, Capgemini S.E. has received judicial sanction from the Royal Court of Jersey for its acquisition of WNS Holdings Ltd. The deal, valued at $3.3 billion, is expected to officially close on October 17, 2025, following the delivery of the court order to the Jersey registrar.

Key highlights:

- Court approval secured  
  The Royal Court of Jersey sanctioned the acquisition under the Companies (Jersey) Law 1991, clearing the final legal hurdle.

- Deal value and terms  
  Capgemini will acquire WNS for $76.50 per share in cash, excluding WNS’s net financial debt.

- Timeline to close  
  The transaction is expected to close on October 17, 2025, once the court order is registered.

- Shareholder settlement details  
  Registered shareholders will receive payment after submitting a completed letter of transmittal.  
  Beneficial holders will be paid via their brokers.

- Strategic impact  
  The acquisition aligns with Capgemini’s goal to become a global leader in Agentic AI-powered Intelligent Operations, enhancing its capabilities in digital transformation and AI-driven services.

- WNS profile  
  WNS is a digital-led business transformation firm serving over 700 clients across industries. As of June 2025, it employed 66,085 professionals across 65 delivery centers worldwide.

- Investor sentiment  
  Leading proxy advisory firms ISS and Glass Lewis had earlier recommended shareholders vote in favor of the deal, signaling strong institutional support.

- Tax advisory note  
  WNS has advised shareholders to consult tax professionals regarding implications of the transaction, as outlined in the scheme circular published on July 30, 2025.

Sources: MSN Money, TheFly via MSN, FT Company Announcements, Investing.com, Capgemini Investors