Pan-Asia Index Flows & Special Situations, Quiddity Advisors

Janaghan Jeyakumar, CFA

Pan-Asia Index Flows & Special Situations

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/tata-consultancy-svcs-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:18708:1" rel="noopener">Tata Consultancy Svcs (TCS IN)</a> launched an INR170bn (US$2bn) Buyback in mid-November 2023 which is one of the largest Buybacks in India in recent years.</li>
<li>The company has published the Letter of Offer confirming the final details and the expected timeline for this Buyback.</li>
<li>Below is a closer look at these details and their implications for shareholders.</li>
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Tata Consultancy Svcs (TCS IN) launched an INR170bn (US$2bn) Buyback in mid-November 2023 which is one of the largest Buybacks in India in recent years.
The company has published the Letter of Offer confirming the final details and the expected timeline for this Buyback.
Below is a closer look at these details and their implications for shareholders.


Tata Consultancy Services Buyback: Tender Offer Period Opens on 1st Dec

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<li>Indian IT services giant <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/tata-consultancy-svcs-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:18708:1" rel="noopener">Tata Consultancy Svcs (TCS IN)</a> launched a US$2bn Buyback last week.</li>
<li>The company will buy up to 40,963,855 shares in a Tender Offer-style Buyback at a Buyback Price of INR4,150/share (an 18% premium to today's close).</li>
<li>In this insight, we take a closer look at the indicative timeline of key events in this Buyback, the company's Buybacks history, proration details, and what this means for investors.</li>
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Indian IT services giant Tata Consultancy Svcs (TCS IN) launched a US$2bn Buyback last week.
The company will buy up to 40,963,855 shares in a Tender Offer-style Buyback at a Buyback Price of INR4,150/share (an 18% premium to today's close).
In this insight, we take a closer look at the indicative timeline of key events in this Buyback, the company's Buybacks history, proration details, and what this means for investors.


Tata Consultancy Services (TCS IN): US$2bn Mega Buyback; Two More Trading Days Before Ex-Date

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<ul><li>Tata Consultancy Services: The contrast between strong deal wins and growth deceleration indicates a slightly protracted recovery ahead for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), as discretionary projects remain challenged</li><li>However, following two-quarters of flat sequential growth, we expect a sequential growth recovery from Q4FY24E, supported by a ramp-up of mega deals (a bigger boost to FY25E growth)</li><li>This is also reflected in deal market share gains by TCS (30% higher bookings than Accenture’s managed services in the last two quarters)</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Tata Consultancy Services: The contrast between strong deal wins and growth deceleration indicates a slightly protracted recovery ahead for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), as discretionary projects remain challengedHowever, following two-quarters of flat sequential growth, we expect a sequential growth recovery from Q4FY24E, supported by a ramp-up of mega deals (a bigger boost to FY25E growth)This is also reflected in deal market share gains by TCS (30% higher bookings than Accenture’s managed services in the last two quarters)Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

HSIE Results Daily: Tata Consultancy Services

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<ul><li>In Q2FY24, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) reported revenue of Rs 59,692 Cr, up only 0.5% on a QoQ basis (in rupee terms).</li><li>On a YoY basis, it posted weaker revenue growth of 8%, owing to weakness in discretionary spending.</li><li>The company reported operating profits of Rs 14,483 Cr and operating margins of 24.3%, reporting an expansion of 120bps QoQ. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

In Q2FY24, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) reported revenue of Rs 59,692 Cr, up only 0.5% on a QoQ basis (in rupee terms).On a YoY basis, it posted weaker revenue growth of 8%, owing to weakness in discretionary spending.The company reported operating profits of Rs 14,483 Cr and operating margins of 24.3%, reporting an expansion of 120bps QoQ. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Tata Consultancy Services  - Near-Term Challenges Persists

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Equity Capital Markets

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/vodafone-idea-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:15678:1" rel="noopener">Vodafone Idea (IDEA IN)</a> plans to raise around US$2.2bn via a follow-on public offering.</li>
<li>The deal has been in the works for years and proceeds will be used for capex and short-term debt repayment.</li>
<li>In this note, we will run the deal through our ECM framework and talk about the deal dynamics.</li>
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Vodafone Idea (IDEA IN) plans to raise around US$2.2bn via a follow-on public offering.
The deal has been in the works for years and proceeds will be used for capex and short-term debt repayment.
In this note, we will run the deal through our ECM framework and talk about the deal dynamics.


Vodafone Idea Placement - Very Well Flagged but Its Not Going to Fix a Whole Lot of Issues

India

Infosys Limited provides IT consulting and software services, including e-business, program management and supply chain solutions. The Group's services include application development, product co-development, and system implementation and system engineering. Infosys targets businesses specializing in the insurance, banking, telecommunication and manufacturing sectors.

Tech Mahindra Ltd. develops and markets computer software.  The Company markets software for telecommunications equipment manufacturers, telecom service providers, software vendors, and systems integrators.

Wipro Limited specializes in IT and computer related technologies. The Group's services encompass a number of areas, including software architecture, business intelligence systems, e-commerce, data warehousing, Internet access devices, network management, system administration, messaging systems, IT consulting and design. Wipro also has a presence in niche markets of consumer products.

HCL Technologies Limited provides software development and related engineering services.  The Group's technologies utilize a variety of technologies, including Internet and e-commerce, networking, internet telephony, embedded software, ASIC/VLSI design and testing, satellite and wireless communications, and component based object technologies, including COM, DCOM and COBRA.

LTIMindtree Limited provides information technology services and solutions. The Company offers analytics and information management, enterprise integration, applications management, cloud computing, testing, and consulting services, as well as geographical information and manufacturing execution systems. LTIMindtree serves customers worldwide.

Mphasis Limited is a global IT and BPO service provider to G2000 companies around the globe, assists its clients in innovating and streamlining their business processes by offering custom solutions for technology and operations outsourcing. The Company focuses on financial services, logistics and technology verticals.

Persistent Systems Limited offers outsourced software product development. The Company offer services that include testing, support, and professional services.

Firstsource Solutions Limited provides business process outsourcing services. The Company provides services globally to companies in the banking, financial services, and insurance industries.

Sonata Software Limited operates an Information Technology company, which provides software products, development services, IT consulting, and a number of business solutions services.  The Group exports its products primarily to the U.S.A., Europe and Asia.

WNS (Holdings) Ltd., operates as a holding company The Company, through its subsidiaries, provides business process outsourcing services including finance, accounting, customer relationship management, and business administration services.

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) provides computer solutions through the use of advanced information technology. The Company's solutions include technologies, systems, products, services, software, and financing. IBM offers its products through its global sales and distribution organization, as well as through a variety of third party distributors and resellers.

Paychex, Inc. provides comprehensive payroll and integrated human resource and employee benefits outsourcing solutions for small- to medium-sized businesses in the United States. The Company's services range from calculating payroll and filing tax payments to administering retirement plans and workers' compensation.

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation provides custom Information Technology (IT) consulting and technology services as well as outsourcing services. The Company's core competencies include technology strategy consulting, complex systems development, enterprise software package implementation and maintenance, data warehousing and business intelligence.

PayPal Holdings, Inc. operates as a technology platform company that enables digital and mobile payments on behalf of consumers and merchants. The Company offers online payment solutions. PayPal Holdings serves customers worldwide.

Fiserv, Inc. provides integrated information management and electronic commerce systems and services. The Company's solutions include transaction processing, electronic bill payment and presentment, business process outsourcing, document distribution services, and software and systems solutions.

Global Payments Inc. provides electronic transaction processing, information systems, and services.  The Company serves the financial, corporate, government, and merchant communities on a worldwide basis.  Global Payments provides funds transfer, merchant services, merchant accounting, Internet services, and other services.

Gartner, Inc. provides research and analysis on the computer hardware, software, communications, and related information technology industries.  The Company's business segments include research, consulting, measurement, events and executive programs.

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. provides management and technology consulting services to the U.S. government in the defense, intelligence and civil markets. The Company offers economic and business analysis, information technology, intelligence and operations analysis, modeling and simulation, organization and other consulting services.

Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. is a payment services provider. The Company provides credit and debit card processing, electronic banking services, check risk management, check cashing, and merchant card processing services to financial institutions and merchants.

Corpay, Inc. operates as a business payments company. The Company offers global payment, currency risk management, and invoice automation solutions which help businesses to control, simplify, and secure payment for vehicle related expenses, general payables, tolls, insurance, and lodging expenses. Corpay serves customers worldwide.

Tata Consultancy Services, a division of Tata Sons Limited, is a global IT services organization that provides a comprehensive range of IT services to its clients in diverse industries. The Company, caters to finance and banking, insurance, telecommunication, transportation, retail, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and utility industries.

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Tata Consultancy Svcs (TCS IN)

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Janaghan Jeyakumar, CFA

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS IN): US$2bn Mega Buyback; Two More Trading Days Before Ex-Date

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Janaghan Jeyakumar, CFA

HSIE Results Daily: Tata Consultancy Services

The contrast between strong deal wins and growth deceleration indicates a slightly protracted recovery ahead for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

HDFC Securities

Tata Consultancy Services - Near-Term Challenges Persists

In Q2FY24, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) reported revenue of Rs 59,692 Cr, up only 0.5% on a QoQ basis (in rupee terms).

Axis Direct

Vodafone Idea Placement - Very Well Flagged but Its Not Going to Fix a Whole Lot of Issues

Vodafone Idea (IDEA IN) plans to raise around US$2.2bn via a follow-on public offering. In this note, we talk about the deal dyanmics.

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