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Coforge Ltd has received crucial approvals from BSE and NSE for its proposed amalgamation with Cigniti Technologies, marking a major milestone in the consolidation of two digital engineering powerhouses.
Key highlights:
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Both exchanges issued observation letters with no adverse remarks, allowing Coforge to proceed with filing the scheme before the National Company Law Tribunal.
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The merger, first announced in December 2024, aims to integrate Cigniti into Coforge, combining their businesses, shareholders, and creditors.
Structural details:
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Revised share swap ratio post stock split: 1 Coforge share (₹2 face value) for every 1 Cigniti share (₹10 face value).
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Coforge currently holds a 54% stake in Cigniti and plans to absorb the remaining equity through this scheme.
Strategic outlook:
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The merger is expected to unlock synergies in AI, assurance services, and digital transformation.
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Shareholders will receive detailed disclosures on rationale, financials, and postmerger structures.
Sources: Business Upturn, HDFC Sky, Economic Times, Angel One, Business Standard
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