Concentrix Corp

Previous wording

Concentrix is a leading global provider of Customer Experience (“CX”) solutions and technology that help iconic and disruptive brands drive deep understanding, full lifecycle engagement, and differentiated experiences for their end-customers. We provide end-to-end capabilities, including CX process optimization, technology innovation and design engineering, front- and back-office automation, analytics and business transformation services to clients in five primary industry verticals. Our differentiated portfolio of solutions supports Fortune Global 500 as well as new economy clients across the globe in their efforts to deliver an optimized, consistent brand experience across all channels of communication, such as voice, chat, email, social media, asynchronous messaging, and custom applications. We strive to deliver exceptional services globally supported by our deep industry knowledge, technology and security practices, talented people, and digital and analytics expertise.

Current wording

Concentrix is a global technology and services leader that powers our clients’ brand experiences and digital operations. We design, build, and run fully integrated, end-to-end solutions, including customer experience (“CX”) process optimization, technology innovation and design engineering, front- and back-office automation, analytics and business transformation services to clients in five primary industry verticals. Our differentiated portfolio of solutions supports Fortune Global 500 as well as new economy clients across the globe in their efforts to deliver an optimized, consistent brand experience across all channels of communication, including voice, chat, email, generative AI-powered self service, social media, asynchronous messaging, and custom applications. We strive to deliver exceptional services globally supported by our deep industry knowledge, technology and security practices, talented people, and digital and analytics expertise.

Previous wording

On September 25, 2023, we completed our acquisition (the “Webhelp Combination”) of all of the issued and outstanding capital stock (the “Shares”) of Marnix Lux SA, a public limited liability company (société anonyme) incorporated under the laws of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (“Webhelp Parent”) and the parent company of the Webhelp business (“Webhelp”), from the holders thereof (the “Sellers”). The acquisition was completed pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Share Purchase and Contribution Agreement, dated as of June 12, 2023, as amended by First Amendment to Share Purchase and Contribution Agreement, dated as of July 14, 2023 by and among Concentrix, OSYRIS S.à r.l., a private limited liability company (société à responsabilité limitée) incorporated under the laws of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Concentrix Corporation, Webhelp Parent, the Sellers, and certain representatives of the Sellers.

Current wording

On September 25, 2023, we completed our acquisition (the “Webhelp Combination”) of all of the issued and outstanding capital stock (the “Shares”) of Marnix Lux SA, a public limited liability company (société anonyme) incorporated under the laws of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (“Webhelp Parent”) and the parent company of the Webhelp business (“Webhelp”), from the holders thereof (the “Sellers”). Webhelp was a leading provider of CX solutions, including sales, marketing, and payment services, with significant operations and client relationships in Europe, Latin America, and Africa. The acquisition was completed pursuant to the terms and conditions of the Share Purchase and Contribution Agreement, dated as of June 12, 2023, as amended by First Amendment to Share Purchase and Contribution Agreement, dated as of July 14, 2023 by and among Concentrix, OSYRIS S.à r.l., a private limited liability company (société à responsabilité limitée) incorporated under the laws of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and a direct wholly owned subsidiary of Concentrix Corporation, Webhelp Parent, the Sellers, and certain representatives of the Sellers.

Previous wording

Webhelp is a leading provider of CX solutions, including sales, marketing, and payment services, with significant operations and client relationships in Europe, Latin America, and Africa. Since the closing of the Webhelp Combination, we have operated under the trade name “Concentrix + Webhelp” while we transition Webhelp operations and branding to the Concentrix name. The preliminary purchase consideration for the acquisition of the Shares is valued at approximately $3,752.4 million, net of cash and restricted cash acquired.

Current wording

The purchase consideration for the acquisition of the Shares is valued at approximately $3,774.8 million, net of cash and restricted cash acquired.

Previous wording

We generate revenue through the provision of CX solutions and technology to our clients pursuant to client contracts. Our client contracts typically consist of a master services agreement, supported in most cases by multiple statements of work, which contain the terms and conditions of each contracted solution. Our client contracts can range from less than one year to over five years in term and are subject to early termination by our clients for any reason, typically with 30 to 90 days’ notice.

Current wording

We generate revenue through the provision of technology and services to our clients pursuant to client contracts. Our client contracts typically consist of a master services agreement, supported in most cases by multiple statements of work, which contain the terms and conditions of each contracted solution. Our client contracts can range from less than one year to over five years in term and are subject to early termination by our clients for any reason, typically with 30 to 90 days’ notice.

Previous wording

Our CX solutions and technology are generally characterized by flat unit prices. Approximately 97% of our revenue is recognized as services are performed, based on staffing hours or the number of client customer transactions handled using contractual rates. Remaining revenue from the sale of these solutions are typically recognized as the services are provided over the duration of the contract using contractual rates.

Current wording

Our technology and services are generally characterized by flat unit prices. Approximately 97% of our revenue is recognized as services are performed, based on staffing hours or the number of client customer transactions handled using contractual rates. Remaining revenue from the sale of these solutions are typically recognized as the services are provided over the duration of the contract using contractual rates.

Previous wording

Our cost of revenue consists primarily of personnel costs related to the delivery of our solutions and technology. The costs of our revenue can be impacted by the mix of client contracts, where we deliver the CX solutions and technology, additional lead time for programs to be fully scalable and transition and initial set-up costs. Our cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue has also fluctuated in the past, based primarily on our ability to achieve economies of scale, the management of our operating expenses, and the timing and costs incurred related to our acquisitions and investments.

Current wording

Our cost of revenue consists primarily of personnel costs related to the delivery of our technology and services. The costs of our revenue can be impacted by the mix of client contracts, where we deliver the technology and services, additional lead time for programs to be fully scalable and transition and initial set-up costs. Our cost of revenue as a percentage of revenue has also fluctuated in the past, based primarily on our ability to achieve economies of scale, the management of our operating expenses, and the timing and costs incurred related to our acquisitions and investments.

Previous wording

In fiscal years 2023 and 2022, approximately 82% and 78%, respectively, of our consolidated revenue was generated from our non-U.S. operations, and approximately 64% and 68%, respectively, of our consolidated revenue was priced in U.S. dollars. We expect that a majority of our revenue will continue to be generated from our non-U.S. operations while being priced in U.S. dollars. As a result, we have certain client contracts that are priced in non-U.S. dollar currencies for which a substantial portion of the costs to deliver the services are in other currencies. Accordingly, our revenue may be earned in currencies that are different from the currencies in which we incur corresponding expenses. Fluctuations in the value of currencies, such as the Philippine peso, the Indian rupee, the euro, and the Canadian dollar, against the U.S. dollar or other currencies in which we bill our clients, and inflation in the local economies in which these delivery centers are located, can impact the operating and labor costs in these delivery centers, which can result in reduced profitability. As a result, our revenue growth, costs and profitability have been impacted, and we expect will continue to be impacted, by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and inflation.

Current wording

In fiscal years 2024 and 2023, approximately 88% and 82%, respectively, of our consolidated revenue was generated from our non-U.S. operations, and approximately 50% and 64%, respectively, of our consolidated revenue was priced in U.S. dollars. We expect that a significant amount of our revenue will continue to be generated from our non-U.S. operations while being priced in U.S. dollars. As a result, we have certain client contracts that are priced in non-U.S. dollar currencies for which a substantial portion of the costs to deliver the services are in other currencies. Accordingly, our revenue may be earned in currencies that are different from the currencies in which we incur corresponding expenses. Fluctuations in the value of currencies, such as the Philippine peso, the Indian rupee, the euro, and the Canadian dollar, against the U.S. dollar or other currencies in which we bill our clients, and inflation in the local economies in which these delivery centers are located, can impact the operating and labor costs in these delivery centers, which can result in reduced profitability. As a result, our revenue growth, costs, and profitability have been impacted, and we expect will continue to be impacted, by fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and inflation.

Previous wording

Our gross margins fluctuate and can be impacted by the mix of client contracts, services provided, shifts in the geography from which our CX services and technology are delivered, client volume trends, the amount of lead time that is required for programs to become fully scaled, and transition and set-up costs. Our operating margin fluctuates based on changes in gross margins as well as overall volume levels, as we are generally able to gain scale efficiencies in our selling, general and administrative costs as our volumes increase.

Current wording

Our gross margins fluctuate and can be impacted by the mix of client contracts, services provided, shifts in the geography from which our technology and services are delivered, client volume trends, the amount of lead time that is required for programs to become fully scaled, and transition and set-up costs. Our operating margin fluctuates based on changes in gross margins as well as overall volume levels, as we are generally able to gain scale efficiencies in our selling, general and administrative costs as our volumes increase.

Previous wording

The CX solutions industry in which we operate is competitive, including on the basis of pricing terms, delivery capabilities and quality of services. Further, there can be competitive pressure for labor in various markets, which could result in increased labor costs. Accordingly, we could be subject to pricing and labor cost pressures and may experience a decrease in revenue and operating income. Our business operates globally in over 70 countries across six continents. We have significant concentrations in the Philippines, India, Brazil, the United States, Turkey, Colombia, Egypt, the United Kingdom, Morocco, China, and elsewhere throughout EMEA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Accordingly, we would be impacted by economic strength or weakness in these geographies and by the strengthening or weakening of local currencies relative to the U.S. dollar.

Current wording

The industry in which we operate is competitive, including on the basis of pricing terms, delivery capabilities and quality of services. Further, there can be competitive pressure for labor in various markets, which could result in increased labor costs. Accordingly, we could be subject to pricing and labor cost pressures and may experience a decrease in revenue and operating income. Our business operates globally in over 70 countries across six continents. We have significant concentrations in the Philippines, India, Brazil, the United States, Egypt, Türkiye, Colombia, Malaysia, Morocco, China, the United Kingdom, and elsewhere throughout EMEA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Accordingly, we would be impacted by economic strength or weakness in these geographies and by the strengthening or weakening of local currencies relative to the U.S. dollar.

Previous wording

The discussion and analysis of our consolidated financial condition and results of operations are based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“GAAP”). The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of any contingent assets and liabilities at the financial statement date and reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. On an ongoing basis, we review and evaluate our estimates and assumptions. Our estimates are based on our historical experience and a variety of other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making our judgment about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily available from other sources. Actual results could differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.

Current wording

The discussion and analysis of our consolidated financial condition and results of operations are based on our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in conformity with GAAP. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of any contingent assets and liabilities at the financial statement date and reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reporting period. On an ongoing basis, we review and evaluate our estimates and assumptions. Our estimates are based on our historical experience and a variety of other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making our judgment about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily available from other sources. Actual results could differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.

Previous wording

We recognize revenue from our client contracts over time as the promised services are delivered to clients for an amount that reflects the consideration to which we are entitled in exchange for those services. We recognize revenue over time as the client simultaneously receives and consumes the benefits provided by us as we perform the services. We account for a contract with a client when it has written approval, the contract is committed, the rights of the parties, including payments terms, are identified, the contract has commercial substance and the consideration is probable of collection. Revenue is presented net of taxes collected from clients and remitted to government authorities. We generally invoice a client after the performance of services, or in accordance with the specific contractual provisions. Payments are due as per contract terms and do not contain a significant financing component.

Current wording

We recognize revenue from our client contracts over time as the promised technology and services are delivered to clients for an amount that reflects the consideration to which we are entitled in exchange for the technology and services. We recognize revenue over time as the client simultaneously receives and consumes the benefits provided by us as we perform the services. We account for a contract with a client when it has written approval, the contract is committed, the rights of the parties, including payment terms, are identified, the contract has commercial substance, and the consideration is probable of collection. Revenue is presented net of taxes collected from clients and remitted to government authorities. We generally invoice a client after the performance of services, or in accordance with the specific contractual provisions. Payments are due as per contract terms and do not contain a significant financing component. In most cases, our contracts consist of a single performance obligation comprised of a series of distinct services that are substantially the same and that have the same pattern of transfer (i.e., distinct days of service).

Previous wording

Certain client contracts include additional payments from the client based upon the achievement of certain agreed-upon service levels and performance metrics. Certain contracts also provide for a reduction in consideration paid to the Company in the event that certain agreed-upon service levels or performance metrics are not achieved. Revenue based on such arrangements is accounted for as variable consideration when the likely amount of revenue to be recognized can be estimated to the extent that it is unlikely that a significant reversal will occur.

Current wording

Certain client contracts include additional payments from the client based upon the achievement of certain agreed-upon service levels and performance metrics. Certain contracts also provide for a reduction in consideration paid to the Company in the event that certain agreed-upon service levels or performance metrics are not achieved.

Previous wording

As of November 30, 2023, we had goodwill of $5,078.7 million recorded on our consolidated balance sheet. The Company tests goodwill for impairment annually at the reporting unit level in the fiscal fourth quarter or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that it may be impaired. For purposes of the goodwill impairment test, the Company can elect to perform a quantitative or qualitative analysis. If the qualitative analysis is elected, goodwill is tested for impairment at the reporting unit level by performing a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value. The factors that are considered in the qualitative analysis include: macroeconomic conditions; industry and market considerations; cost factors such as increases in labor, or other costs that would have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows; and other relevant entity-specific events and information.

Current wording

As of November 30, 2024, we had goodwill of $4,987.0 million recorded on our consolidated balance sheet. The Company tests goodwill for impairment annually at the reporting unit level in the fiscal fourth quarter or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that it may be impaired. For purposes of the goodwill impairment test, the Company can elect to perform a quantitative or qualitative analysis. If the qualitative analysis is elected, goodwill is tested for impairment at the reporting unit level by performing a qualitative assessment to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of the reporting unit is less than its carrying value. The factors that are considered in the qualitative analysis include: macroeconomic conditions; industry and market considerations; cost factors such as increases in labor, or other costs that would have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows; and other relevant entity-specific events and information.

Previous wording

If we elect to perform or are required to perform a quantitative analysis, then the reporting unit’s carrying value is compared to its fair value. Goodwill is considered impaired if the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value and the excess is recognized as an impairment loss. As part of our fiscal year 2023 assessment, we reconciled the fair value of our reporting unit to our market capitalization. The result of the analysis demonstrated that our reporting unit’s fair value substantially exceeded its carrying value.

Current wording

If we elect to perform or are required to perform a quantitative analysis, then the reporting unit’s carrying value is compared to its fair value. Goodwill is considered impaired if the carrying value of the reporting unit exceeds its fair value and the excess is recognized as an impairment loss. As of September 1, 2024, the date of our annual impairment testing, we reconciled the fair value of our reporting unit to our market capitalization. The result of the analysis demonstrated that our reporting unit’s fair value was in excess of its carrying value.

Previous wording

Based on our 2023 impairment assessment, we concluded that no impairment charges were necessary. We recorded no impairment charges related to goodwill during the fiscal years ended November 30, 2023 and 2022.

Current wording

We recorded no impairment charges related to goodwill during the fiscal years ended November 30, 2024 and 2023. Adverse changes in the future could reduce the underlying cash flows used to estimate the reporting unit fair value and could result in a further decrease in fair value that could trigger a future impairment charge of the goodwill balance.

Previous wording

As of November 30, 2023, we had other intangible assets, net of amortization, of $2,805.0 million. This amount consists primarily of $2,659.0 million in client relationship intangible assets. As amortizable intangible assets, we evaluate the intangible assets for recoverability whenever events or circumstances indicate a possible inability to recover their carrying value (an indicator of impairment). If an impairment indicator is present, we perform a test of recoverability by comparing estimates of undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying values of the related assets. We recorded no impairment charges related to other intangible assets during the fiscal years ended November 30, 2023 and 2022.

Current wording

As of November 30, 2024, we had other intangible assets, net of amortization, of $2,286.9 million. This amount consists primarily of $2,195.1 million in client relationship intangible assets. As amortizable intangible assets, we evaluate the intangible assets for recoverability whenever events or circumstances indicate a possible inability to recover their carrying value (an indicator of impairment). If an impairment indicator is present, we perform a test of recoverability by comparing estimates of undiscounted future cash flows to the carrying values of the related assets. We recorded no impairment charges related to other intangible assets during the fiscal years ended November 30, 2024 and 2023.

Previous wording

We generate revenue by delivering our CX solutions and technology to our clients categorized in the above primary industry verticals. Our solutions focus on end-to-end capabilities, including CX process optimization, technology innovation, front and back office automation, analytics and business transformation services.

Current wording

We generate revenue by delivering our technology and services to our clients categorized in the above primary industry verticals. Our solutions focus on customer engagement, process optimization, and back-office automation.

Previous wording

Our revenue increased 12.5% in fiscal year 2023, including revenue from Webhelp acquired operations of $574.4 million, or an increase of 9.1%, compared to fiscal year 2022. The increase in revenue from Webhelp acquired operations combined with higher volumes across most verticals caused the increase in our revenue compared to the prior year. These increases were partially offset by an unfavorable translation effect of foreign currencies of $56.0 million, or 0.9%. The unfavorable foreign currency translation effect on revenue was primarily due to the weakening of the Argentine peso, Japanese yen and Australian dollar against the U.S. dollar.

Current wording

Our revenue increased 35.2% in fiscal year 2024, primarily as a result of the Webhelp Combination. These increases were partially offset by an unfavorable translation effect of foreign currencies of $66.3 million, or 0.9%. The unfavorable foreign currency translation effect on revenue was primarily due to the weakening of the Argentine peso and Japanese yen against the U.S. dollar. If the Webhelp Combination had occurred at the beginning of fiscal year 2023, our revenue would have increased by 1.4% in fiscal year 2024.

Previous wording

Revenue in our technology and consumer electronics vertical increased over the prior year due to contributions from acquired operations, increases in volumes from several social media and internet-related service clients and increases in volumes from a broad-based group of hardware and software clients. Revenue in our retail, travel and ecommerce vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions from acquired operations and increased volumes from a majority of our retail and ecommerce and travel and tourism clients. Revenue in our communications and media vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions from acquired operations partially offset by decreases in volumes related to several clients in this industry vertical. Revenue from clients in the banking, financial services and insurance vertical increased over the prior year due to contributions from acquired operations and increased volumes from the majority of our clients in this industry vertical. Revenue in our healthcare vertical increased over the prior year due to increased volumes from a majority of our health insurance clients and contributions from acquired operations. Revenue in our other vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions from acquired operations partially offset by a decrease in revenue from a government client and a few other clients in this vertical.

Current wording

Revenue in our technology and consumer electronics vertical increased over the prior year due to contributions as a result of the Webhelp Combination and increases in volumes from several social media and internet-related service clients. Revenue in our retail, travel and e-commerce vertical increased over the prior year, and most significantly in comparison to all verticals, due to the Webhelp Combination generating larger increases in revenue along with increased volumes from several of our largest retail and e-commerce and travel and tourism clients. Revenue in our communications and media vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions as a result of the Webhelp Combination partially offset by decreases in volumes from several clients. Revenue from clients in the banking, financial services and insurance vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions as a result of the Webhelp Combination. Revenue in our healthcare vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions as a result of the Webhelp Combination partially offset by decreases in volumes from several healthcare clients. Revenue in our other vertical increased over the prior year primarily due to contributions from the Webhelp Combination.

Previous wording

Our cost of revenue increased by 11.5% in fiscal year 2023, compared to fiscal year 2022, primarily due to the increase in our revenue and personnel costs related to staff supporting our acquired operations. These increases were partially offset by a $143.0 million, or 3.5%, reduction in the cost of revenue due to foreign currency translation. The foreign currency impacts on our cost of revenue were caused primarily by the weakening of the Philippine peso, Egyptian pound, Indian rupee and Argentine peso against the U.S. dollar.

Current wording

Our cost of revenue increased by 36.0% in fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2023, primarily due to the increase in our revenue and personnel costs related to staff supporting acquired operations. These increases were partially offset by a $137.3 million, or 3.0%, reduction in the cost of revenue due to foreign currency translation. The foreign currency impacts on our cost of revenue were caused primarily by the weakening of the Argentine peso, Egyptian pound, and Philippine peso against the U.S. dollar. If the Webhelp Combination had occurred at the beginning of fiscal year 2023, our cost of revenue would have increased by 1.9% in fiscal year 2024.

Previous wording

Our gross profit increased by 14.2% in fiscal year 2023, compared to fiscal year 2022, primarily due to the increase in revenue and contributions from acquired operations and a net favorable foreign currency impact of $87.0 million. Our gross margin percentage increased from 35.7% in fiscal year 2022 to 36.2% in fiscal year 2023 and was affected by the mix of geographies where our services were delivered.

Current wording

Our gross profit increased by 33.8% in fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2023, primarily due to the increase in revenue and contributions from acquired operations and a net favorable foreign currency impact of $71.0 million. Our gross margin percentage decreased from 36.2% in fiscal year 2023 to 35.9% in fiscal year 2024 and was affected by the mix of geographies where our services were delivered.

Previous wording

Our selling, general and administrative expenses increased by 18.5% in fiscal year 2023, compared to fiscal year 2022, primarily due to incremental expenses associated with acquired operations, increases in expenses to support our revenue growth, an increase in amortization expense of $52.1 million primarily associated with the intangible assets recognized in the Webhelp Combination and our acquisitions of PK and ServiceSource, an increase in acquisition-related and integration expenses of $37.5 million related to the Webhelp Combination and our acquisitions of PK and ServiceSource, and an increase in share-based compensation expense of $15.0 million. These increases were partially offset by a $34.5 million reduction in selling, general and administrative expenses due to foreign currency translation. As a percentage of revenue, selling, general and administrative expenses increased from 25.6% for fiscal year 2022 to 26.9% for fiscal year 2023 due to the net effect of the changes described above.

Current wording

Our selling, general and administrative expenses increased by 48.8% in fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2023, primarily due to incremental expenses associated with acquired operations, increases in expenses to support our revenue growth, an increase in amortization expense of $244.1 million primarily associated with the intangible assets recognized in the Webhelp Combination, an increase in acquisition-related and integration expenses of $85.4 million primarily related to the Webhelp Combination, and an increase in share-based compensation expense of $33.4 million. These increases were partially offset by a $28.9 million reduction in selling, general and administrative expenses due to foreign currency translation. As a percentage of revenue, selling, general and administrative expenses increased from 26.9% for fiscal year 2023 to 29.7% for fiscal year 2024 due to the net effect of the changes described above.

Previous wording

Our operating income increased during fiscal year 2023, compared to fiscal year 2022, primarily due to the increase in gross profit partially offset by the increase in selling, general and administrative expenses.

Current wording

Our operating income decreased during fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2023, primarily due to the increase in selling, general and administrative expenses partially offset by the increase in gross profit.

Previous wording

Our operating margin decreased during fiscal year 2023, compared to fiscal year 2022, due to the increase in gross margin percentage more than offset by the increase in selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of revenue.

Current wording

Our operating margin decreased during fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2023, due to the decrease in gross margin percentage and the increase in selling, general and administrative expenses as a percentage of revenue.

Previous wording

Amounts recorded in interest expense and finance charges, net consist primarily of interest on term loan borrowings under our senior credit facility, interest on borrowings under our accounts receivable securitization facility (the “Securitization Facility”), interest on our senior notes issued in August 2023, interest expense on the promissory note issued by us to certain Sellers in connection with the Webhelp Combination (the “Sellers’ Note”) and financing expenses associated with the commitment letter dated March 29, 2023 (the “Bridge Commitment Letter,” and the commitments pursuant to the Bridge Commitment Letter, the “Bridge Facility”), entered into in connection with the Webhelp Combination.

Current wording

Amounts recorded in interest expense and finance charges, net consist primarily of interest expense on our senior notes issued in August 2023, interest expense on term loan borrowings under our senior credit facility, interest expense on borrowings under our accounts receivable securitization facility (the “Securitization Facility”), interest expense on the promissory note issued by us to certain Sellers in connection with the Webhelp Combination (the “Sellers’ Note”), and financing expenses incurred in fiscal year 2023 associated with our commitment letter dated March 29, 2023 (the “Bridge Commitment Letter,” and the commitments pursuant to the Bridge Commitment Letter, the “Bridge Facility”), entered into in connection with the Webhelp Combination.

Previous wording

Amounts recorded as other expense (income), net include foreign currency transaction gains and losses other than cash flow hedges, investment gains and losses, the non-service component of pension costs, other non-operating gains and losses, and changes in the fair value of acquisition contingent consideration related to the Webhelp Combination.

Current wording

Amounts recorded as other expense (income), net primarily include foreign currency transaction gains and losses other than cash flow hedges, investment gains and losses, the non-service component of pension costs, other non-operating gains and losses, and changes in acquisition contingent consideration related to the Webhelp Combination.

Previous wording

Other expense (income), net in fiscal year 2023 was $52.1 million of expense compared to $34.9 million of income in fiscal year 2022. The change in other expense (income), net was primarily due to expense associated with an increase in the fair value of the acquisition contingent consideration associated with the Webhelp Combination from the closing date of the Webhelp Combination (the “Closing Date”) to fiscal year end of $15.7 million, a loss on derivative contracts entered into in connection with the Webhelp Combination of $14.6 million, losses associated with hedges, and unfavorable foreign currency transaction changes compared to the prior year.

Current wording

Other expense (income), net in fiscal year 2024 was $24.7 million of income compared to $52.1 million of expense in fiscal year 2023. The change in other expense (income), net over the prior fiscal year period was due to income of $29.3 million during fiscal year 2024 related to the change in acquisition contingent consideration associated with the Webhelp Combination in comparison to an expense of $15.7 million in the prior fiscal year, resulting in a year over year change of $44.9 million. The remainder of the change resulted from a loss on derivative contracts entered into in connection with the Webhelp Combination in fiscal year 2023 of $14.6 million that did not recur and net foreign currency gains on a year-over-year basis.

Previous wording

Our provision for income taxes and effective tax rate decreased for fiscal year 2023, compared to fiscal year 2022, due to the geographical mix of income that resulted in lower U.S. minimum tax related to foreign earnings and higher use of net operating loss carryforwards.

Current wording

Our provision for income taxes and effective tax rate decreased for fiscal year 2024, compared to fiscal year 2023, primarily due to the geographical mix of income and higher use of net operating loss carryforwards, and a $12.3 million net tax benefit related to certain legal entity restructuring activities.

Previous wording

•Non-GAAP operating income, which is operating income, adjusted to exclude acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, amortization of intangible assets and share-based compensation.

Current wording

•Non-GAAP operating income, which is operating income, adjusted to exclude acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, step-up depreciation, amortization of intangible assets and share-based compensation.

Previous wording

•Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, or adjusted EBITDA, which is non-GAAP operating income, as defined above, plus depreciation.

Current wording

•Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, or adjusted EBITDA, which is non-GAAP operating income, as defined above, plus depreciation (exclusive of step-up depreciation).

Previous wording

•Non-GAAP net income, which is net income excluding the tax effected impact of acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, amortization of intangible assets, share-based compensation, imputed interest related to the sellers’ note, change in the fair value of acquisition contingent consideration and foreign currency losses (gains), net.

Current wording

•Non-GAAP net income, which is net income excluding the tax effected impact of acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, step-up depreciation, amortization of intangible assets, share-based compensation, imputed interest related to the Sellers’ Note, change in acquisition contingent consideration and foreign currency losses (gains), net. Non-GAAP net income also excludes the income tax effect of certain legal entity restructuring activity.

Previous wording

•Free cash flow, which is cash flows from operating activities less capital expenditures. We believe that free cash flow is a meaningful measure of cash flows since capital expenditures are a necessary component of ongoing operations. However, free cash flow has limitations because it does not represent the residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures. For example, free cash flow does not incorporate payments for business acquisitions.

Current wording

•Free cash flow, which is cash flows from operating activities less capital expenditures, and adjusted free cash flow, which is free cash flow excluding the effect of changes in the outstanding factoring balance. We believe that free cash flow is a meaningful measure of cash flows since capital expenditures are a necessary component of ongoing operations. We believe that adjusted free cash flow is a meaningful measure of cash flows because it removes the effect of factoring which changes the timing of the receipt of cash for certain receivables. However, free cash flow and adjusted cash flow have limitations because they do not represent the residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures. For example, free cash flow and adjusted free cash flow do not incorporate payments for business acquisitions.

Previous wording

•Non-GAAP diluted earnings per common share (“EPS”), which is diluted EPS excluding the per share, tax effected impact of acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, amortization of intangible assets, share-based compensation, imputed interest related to the Sellers' Note, change in the fair value of acquisition contingent consideration and foreign currency losses (gains), net. Non-GAAP EPS excludes net income attributable to participating securities, and the per share, tax-effected impact of adjustments to net income described above reflect only those amounts that are attributable to common shareholders.

Current wording

•Non-GAAP diluted earnings per common share (“EPS”), which is diluted EPS excluding the per share, tax effected impact of acquisition-related and integration expenses, including related restructuring costs, step-up depreciation, amortization of intangible assets, share-based compensation, imputed interest related to the Sellers’ Note, change in acquisition contingent consideration and foreign currency losses (gains), net. Non-GAAP EPS also excludes the per share income tax effect of certain legal entity restructuring activity. Non-

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We believe that providing this additional information is useful to the reader to better assess and understand our base operating performance, especially when comparing results with previous periods and for planning and forecasting in future periods, primarily because management typically monitors the business adjusted for these items in addition to GAAP results. Management also uses these non-GAAP measures to establish operational goals and, in some cases, for measuring performance for compensation purposes. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude amortization of intangible assets. Our acquisition activities have resulted in the recognition of intangible assets, which consist primarily of client relationships, technology and trade names. Finite-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives and are tested for impairment when events indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The amortization of intangible assets is reflected in our statements of operations. Although intangible assets contribute to our revenue generation, the amortization of intangible assets does not directly relate to the services performed for our clients. Additionally, intangible asset amortization expense typically fluctuates based on the size and timing of our acquisition activity. Accordingly, we believe excluding the amortization of intangible assets, along with the other non-GAAP adjustments, which neither relate to the ordinary course of our business nor reflect our underlying business performance, enhances our and our investors’ ability to compare our past financial performance with its current performance and to analyze underlying business performance and trends. Intangible asset amortization excluded from the related non-GAAP financial measure represents the entire amount recorded within our GAAP financial statements, and the revenue generated by the associated intangible assets has not been excluded from the related non-GAAP financial measure. Intangible asset amortization is excluded from the related non-GAAP financial measure because the amortization, unlike the related revenue, is not affected by operations of any particular period unless an intangible asset becomes impaired or the estimated useful life of an intangible asset is revised. These non-GAAP financial measures also exclude share-based compensation expense. Given the subjective assumptions and the variety of award types that companies can use when calculating share-based compensation expense, management believes this additional information allows investors to make additional comparisons between our operating results and those of our peers. As these non-GAAP financial measures are not calculated in accordance with GAAP, they may not necessarily be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the comparable GAAP measures and should be used as a compl…

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Current wording

We believe that providing this additional information is useful to the reader to better assess and understand our base operating performance, especially when comparing results with previous periods and for planning and forecasting in future periods, primarily because management typically monitors the business adjusted for these items in addition to GAAP results. Management also uses these non-GAAP measures to establish operational goals and, in some cases, for measuring performance for compensation purposes. These non-GAAP financial measures exclude amortization of intangible assets. Our acquisition activities have resulted in the recognition of intangible assets, which consist primarily of customer relationships, technology, and trade names. Finite-lived intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives and are tested for impairment when events indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The amortization of intangible assets is reflected in our statements of operations. Although intangible assets contribute to our revenue generation, the amortization of intangible assets does not directly relate to the services performed for our clients. Additionally, intangible asset amortization expense typically fluctuates based on the size and timing of our acquisition activity. Accordingly, we believe excluding the amortization of intangible assets, along with the other non-GAAP adjustments, which neither relate to the ordinary course of our business nor reflect our underlying business performance, enhances our and our investors’ ability to compare our past financial performance with its current performance and to analyze underlying business performance and trends. Intangible asset amortization excluded from the related non-GAAP financial measure represents the entire amount recorded within our GAAP financial statements, and the revenue generated by the associated intangible assets has not been excluded from the related non-GAAP financial measure. Intangible asset amortization is excluded from the related non-GAAP financial measure because the amortization, unlike the related revenue, is not affected by operations of any particular period unless an intangible asset becomes impaired or the estimated useful life of an intangible asset is revised. These non-GAAP financial measures also exclude share-based compensation expense. Given the subjective assumptions and the variety of award types that companies can use when calculating share-based compensation expense, management believes this additional information allows investors to make additional comparisons between our operating results and those of our peers. As these non-GAAP financial measures are not calculated in accordance with GAAP, they may not necessarily be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the comparable GAAP measures and should be used as a co…

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(1) Included in these amounts are a) expensed Bridge Facility financing fees and interest expense associated with our senior notes, net of interest earned on the invested senior notes proceeds in advance of the Webhelp Combination, and b) losses associated with non-designated call option contracts put in place to hedge foreign exchange movements in connection with the Webhelp Combination that are included within interest expense and finance charges, net and other expense (income), net, respectively, in the consolidated statement of operations.

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(1) Included in these amounts are a) Bridge Facility financing fees and b) losses associated with non-designated call option contracts put in place to hedge foreign exchange movements in connection with the Webhelp Combination that are included within interest expense and finance charges, net and other expense (income), net, respectively, in the consolidated statement of operations.

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(3) Foreign currency losses (gains), net are included in other expense (income), net and primarily consist of gains and losses recognized on the revaluation and settlement of foreign currency transactions and realized and unrealized gains and losses on derivative contracts that do not qualify for hedge accounting. The reported amounts for non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP EPS for the fiscal year ended November 30, 2023 include adjustments to exclude these foreign currency losses (gains), net, which were not adjusted in similar non-GAAP measures previously reported for the corresponding periods in fiscal year 2022. In order to enhance comparability, similar adjustments were made for non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP EPS for the fiscal year ended November 30, 2022.

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(2) Foreign currency losses (gains), net are included in other expense (income), net and primarily consist of gains and losses recognized on the revaluation and settlement of foreign currency transactions and realized and unrealized gains and losses on derivative contracts that do not qualify for hedge accounting. The reported amounts for non-GAAP net income and non-GAAP EPS for the fiscal year ended November 30, 2024 and 2023 include adjustments to exclude these foreign currency losses (gains), net.

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Our primary uses of cash are working capital, capital expenditures to expand our delivery footprint and enhance our technology solutions, debt repayments and acquisitions, including our combination with Webhelp in September 2023 and our acquisitions of PK and ServiceSource in fiscal year 2022. Our financing needs for these uses of cash have been a combination of operating cash flows and third-party debt arrangements. Our working capital needs are primarily to finance accounts receivable. When our revenue is increasing, our net investment in working capital typically increases. Conversely, when revenue is decreasing, our net investment in working capital typically decreases. To increase our market share and better serve our clients, we may further expand our operations through investments or acquisitions. We expect that such expansion would require an initial investment in working capital, personnel, facilities, and operations. These investments or acquisitions would likely be funded primarily by our existing cash and cash equivalents, available liquidity, including capacity on our debt arrangements, or the issuance of securities. We funded the Webhelp Combination through (i) proceeds from our August 2023 offering and sale of senior notes, (ii) term loan borrowings under our senior credit facility, and (iii) cash on hand.

Current wording

Our primary uses of cash are working capital, capital expenditures to expand our delivery footprint and enhance our technology solutions, debt repayments, acquisitions, and acquisition-related and integration expenses, including in connection with our combination with Webhelp in September 2023. Our financing needs for these uses of cash have been a combination of operating cash flows and third-party debt arrangements. Our working capital needs are primarily to finance accounts receivable. When our revenue is increasing, our net investment in working capital typically increases. Conversely, when revenue is decreasing, our net investment in working capital typically decreases. To increase our market share and better serve our clients, we may further expand our operations through investments or acquisitions. We expect that such expansion would require an initial investment in working capital, personnel, facilities, and operations. These investments or acquisitions would likely be funded primarily by our existing cash and cash equivalents, available liquidity, including capacity on our debt arrangements, or the issuance of securities. We funded the Webhelp Combination through (i) proceeds from our August 2023 offering and sale of senior notes, (ii) term loan borrowings under our senior credit facility, and (iii) cash on hand.

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$500 million of our common stock from time to time as market and business conditions warrant, including through open market purchases or Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. The share repurchase program has no termination date and may be suspended or discontinued at any time. During the fiscal years ended November 30, 2023 and 2022, we repurchased 709,438 and 841,979 shares, respectively, of our common stock under the share repurchase program for approximately $64.0 million and $120.8 million, respectively, in the aggregate. At November 30, 2023, approximately $290.1 million remained available for share repurchases under the existing authorization from our board of directors.

Current wording

In September 2021, considering our strong free cash flow, low leverage and adequate liquidity to support capital return to stockholders while maintaining flexibility to pursue acquisitions, our board of directors authorized a share repurchase program. Under the share repurchase program, the board of directors authorized the repurchase of up to $500 million of our common stock from time to time as market and business conditions warrant, including through open market purchases or Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. The share repurchase program has no termination date and may be suspended or discontinued at any time. During the fiscal years ended November 30, 2024 and 2023, we repurchased 2,200,819 and 709,438 shares, respectively, of our common stock under the share repurchase program for approximately $136.1 million and $64.0 million, respectively, in the aggregate. At November 30, 2024, approximately $154.0 million remained available for share repurchases under the existing authorization from our board of directors.

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During December 2023, we repurchased 65,995 shares of our common stock for an aggregate purchase price of $6.3 million.

Current wording

During December 2024, we repurchased 150,563 shares of our common stock under the share repurchase program for an aggregate purchase price of $6.5 million.

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On January 24, 2024, the Company announced a cash dividend of $0.3025 per share to stockholders of record as of February 5, 2024, payable on February 15, 2024.

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On January 15, 2025, the Company announced a cash dividend of $0.33275 per share to stockholders of record as of the close of business on January 31, 2025, payable on February 11, 2025.