TDCX Inc. Announces Receipt of a Preliminary Non-Binding Proposal to Acquire the Remaining Outstanding Class A Ordinary Shares of the Company

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TDCX Inc. (NYSE: TDCX) has received a preliminary non-binding proposal letter from its Founder, Mr. Laurent Junique, to acquire all outstanding shares for US$6.60 per share in cash.

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Financial Analyst

The proposal by TDCX Inc.'s Founder to acquire all outstanding shares not already owned suggests a significant shift in the company's ownership structure. This potential buyout at US$6.60 per share represents a liquidity event for shareholders and could imply a premium over the current trading price, often seen in such buyouts. It's crucial to assess the offer's fairness, which will likely involve a comparison with historical stock performance, industry multiples and the company's financial health. Investors should consider the implications of such a transaction on share liquidity and the company's strategic direction.

Additionally, the involvement of a special committee suggests due diligence in evaluating the offer, aiming to protect minority shareholders' interests. The hiring of independent legal and financial advisors is a common practice to ensure an unbiased assessment of the proposal. Shareholders should closely monitor the progress of this potential transaction as it may have a material effect on the stock's volatility and future market performance.

Mergers & Acquisitions Expert

The non-binding nature of the proposal indicates that negotiations and due diligence are in the preliminary stages. The dynamics of the deal, given that it's initiated by the ultimate beneficial owner, raise questions about potential conflicts of interest and the valuation of the offer. The special committee's role is to ensure that the transaction is in the best interest of all shareholders, not just the majority stakeholder.

In M&A transactions, the premium offered over the current market price is a critical factor for shareholders. The premium must be weighed against the company's growth prospects, synergies expected from the acquisition and the strategic rationale behind the buyout. A thorough valuation analysis, possibly including discounted cash flow and comparable company analysis, will be instrumental in determining the adequacy of the offer.

Corporate Governance Expert

The formation of a special committee composed of independent directors is a positive corporate governance practice, particularly in potential conflict-of-interest scenarios such as this one. The committee will operate with a mandate to objectively evaluate the proposal's merits and negotiate terms, if necessary, on behalf of the minority shareholders. The transparency and fairness of the process are paramount to maintaining investor confidence.

Should the transaction proceed, it will alter the company's governance and reporting structure. It could result in TDCX Inc. becoming a private entity, thereby removing the need for public disclosures and reducing the regulatory oversight. This could have significant implications for the company's strategic decisions and operational flexibility moving forward.

SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- TDCX Inc. (“TDCX” or the “Company”) (NYSE: TDCX), today announced that its board of directors (the “Board”) has received a preliminary non-binding proposal letter (the “Proposal Letter”), dated January 2, 2024, from Mr. Laurent Junique, Founder, Executive Chairman, Director, CEO, and ultimate beneficial owner of the Company (the “Founder”), to acquire all of the outstanding ordinary shares of the Company (the “Ordinary Shares”), including the Class A ordinary shares represented by the American Depositary Shares of the Company (the “ADSs”, each representing one Class A ordinary share) that are not already held by the Founder for a proposed purchase price of US$6.60 per Ordinary Share or ADS in cash (the “Proposed Transaction”). A copy of the Proposal Letter is attached hereto as Exhibit A.

The Company has formed a special committee of the Board, comprised solely of independent and disinterested directors, to consider the Proposal Letter and the Proposed Transaction and make recommendation to the Board. The Board expects that the special committee will retain independent legal and financial advisors to assist in the review of the Proposed Transaction. The Company cautions that the Board has just received the Proposal Letter and has not made any decisions with respect to the Proposal Letter and the Proposed Transaction. There can be no assurance that the Founder will make any definitive offer to the Company, that any definitive agreement relating to the Proposal Letter will be entered into between the Company and the Founder, or that the Proposed Transaction or any other similar transaction will be approved or consummated. The Company does not undertake any obligation to provide any updates with respect to this or any other transaction, except as required under applicable law.

About TDCX Inc.

Singapore-headquartered TDCX provides transformative digital CX solutions, enabling world-leading and disruptive brands to acquire new customers, to build customer loyalty and to protect their online communities.

TDCX helps clients achieve their customer experience aspirations by harnessing technology, human intelligence and its global footprint. It serves clients in fintech, gaming, technology, travel and hospitality, digital advertising and social media, streaming and e-commerce. TDCX’s expertise and strong footprint in Asia has made it a trusted partner for clients, particularly high-growth, new economy companies, looking to tap the region’s growth potential.

TDCX’s commitment to delivering positive outcomes for our clients extends to its role as a responsible corporate citizen. Its Corporate Social Responsibility program focuses on positively transforming the lives of its people, its communities and the environment.

TDCX employs more than 17,800 employees across 30 campuses globally, specifically in Brazil, Colombia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mainland China, Philippines, Romania, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Thailand, Türkiye, and Vietnam. For more information, please visit www.tdcx.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

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Exhibit A

Preliminary Non-binding Proposal to Acquire the remaining outstanding class A ordinary shares of TDCX Inc.

January 2, 2024

The Board of Directors
TDCX Inc. (the “Company”)
750D Chai Chee Road
#06-01/06, ESR BizPark
Singapore 469004
Singapore

Dear Sirs:

I, Laurent Bernard Marie Junique, Founder, Executive Chairman and CEO of TDCX Inc, am pleased to submit this preliminary non-binding proposal (the “Proposal”) to acquire all of the outstanding Class A ordinary shares of TDCX Inc. (the “Ordinary Shares”), including the Class A ordinary shares represented by the American Depositary Receipts of the Company (the “ADSs”, each representing one Class A ordinary share) that are not already owned by me and my affiliates in a going private transaction (the “Transaction”).

I beneficially own approximately 86.1% of all the issued and outstanding shares (including Class A ordinary shares and Class B ordinary shares), representing approximately 98.4% of the aggregate voting power of the Company, based on the Company’s latest outstanding number of shares as publicly disclosed. It is my firm and reasonable belief that my proposal provides an attractive opportunity to the Company’s shareholders.

I am prepared to consummate the Transaction as outlined in the key terms and conditions as set forth below.

1. Buyer. I propose to acquire the outstanding shares of the Company that are not already held by me and my affiliates. I intend to complete such purchase through Transformative Investments Pte Ltd, the principal shareholder of the Company. I am the beneficial owner of all the shares in Transformative Investments Pte Ltd. In considering the Proposal, you should be aware that I am interested only in acquiring the outstanding shares of the Company that I do not already own, and that I do not currently intend to sell my shares in the Company to any third party.

2. Purchase Price. The proposed price for each Ordinary Share or ADS is US$6.60 in cash. This represents a 36% premium to the closing price on the last trading day prior to the date of this proposal and a premium of 39% to the volume-weighted average price during the last 30 trading days.

3. Funding. I will finance the Transaction with a combination of my own existing cash and a debt facility. I expect that the commitments for the required funding to be in place when the Definitive Agreements (as defined below) are signed and the closing of the Transaction will not be conditional on financing.

4. Due Diligence. Parties providing financing will require a timely opportunity to conduct customary due diligence on the Company. I would like to ask the Board to accommodate such due diligence request and approve the provision of confidential information relating to the Company and its business to possible sources of debt financing subject to a customary form of confidentiality agreement.

5. Definitive Agreements. I am prepared to promptly prepare, negotiate and finalize definitive agreements (the “Definitive Agreements”) for the Transaction. These documents will provide for representations, warranties, covenants and conditions that are typical, customary and appropriate for transactions of this type.

6. Process. I expect the Board would decide that a special committee be established that comprises independent and disinterested directors of the Company (the “Special Committee”). The Special Committee and its advisors will be exclusively authorized to consider and negotiate the proposed Transaction, including the Definitive Agreements, on behalf of the Company and no other members of management or any other directors other than the members of the Special Committee will participate in any deliberations and decisions related to the Transaction on behalf of the Company unless approved by the Special Committee.

7. Confidentiality. I will, as required by law, timely file a Schedule 13D to disclose this Proposal. I believe it would be in all of our interests to ensure that our discussions relating to the Transaction proceed in a confidential manner, unless otherwise required by law, until we have executed the Definitive Agreements or terminated our discussions.

8. No Binding Commitment. This letter does not contain all matters upon which agreement must be reached in order to consummate the proposed Transaction described above, constitutes only a preliminary indication of my interest, and does not represent any binding commitment with respect to the Transaction. A binding commitment will result only from the execution of Definitive Agreements, and then will be on terms and conditions provided in such documentation. Nothing herein shall obligate any person to engage in or continue discussions regarding the proposed Transaction, and any of us may terminate discussions at any time for any reason or no reason. Nothing in this letter constitutes an offer capable of acceptance to create legally binding obligations. Any actions taken by any person in reliance on this Proposal shall be at that person’s own risk and cost.

In conclusion, I would like to express my strong commitment to work together to bring the Transaction to a successful and timely conclusion. If you have any questions regarding this proposal, please do not hesitate to contact me.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

By	:	/s/ Laurent Bernard Marie Junique
Name	:	Laurent Bernard Marie Junique
Title	:	Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

 

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FAQ

What is the ticker symbol for TDCX Inc.?

The ticker symbol for TDCX Inc. is TDCX.

Who is the Founder, Executive Chairman, Director, and CEO of TDCX Inc.?

The Founder, Executive Chairman, Director, and CEO of TDCX Inc. is Mr. Laurent Junique.

What is the Proposed Transaction for TDCX Inc.?

The Proposed Transaction for TDCX Inc. involves the acquisition of all outstanding ordinary shares for US$6.60 per share in cash by the Founder, Mr. Laurent Junique.

What is the special committee formed by TDCX Inc.?

TDCX Inc. has formed a special committee of the Board, comprised solely of independent and disinterested directors, to consider the Proposal Letter and the Proposed Transaction and make a recommendation to the Board.

What updates can be expected from TDCX Inc. regarding the Proposed Transaction?

The Company does not undertake any obligation to provide any updates with respect to this or any other transaction, except as required under applicable law.