ExlService Holdings Initiates $125M Accelerated Share Repurchase Program

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ExlService Holdings, Inc. has formally entered into a $125 million accelerated share repurchase agreement, executing a portion of its previously authorized $500 million buyback program.

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• Accelerated Share Repurchase (ASR) Agreement

  ExlService Holdings entered into a $125 million fixed dollar ASR transaction with Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC on March 16, 2026.

• Initial Share Delivery

  The company received an initial delivery of 3,346,720 shares on March 17, 2026, valued at approximately $100 million based on the closing price on March 16, 2026.

• Part of Larger Program

  This ASR is an execution of the $500 million share repurchase authorization approved by the Board in February 2026.

• Director Resignation

  Board member Nitin Sahney will not seek re-election at the 2026 annual meeting, with his departure not stemming from any disagreement.

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This 8-K filing formalizes the $125 million accelerated share repurchase (ASR) program, which was previously announced via news on March 17, 2026. The company has already made the $125 million payment and received an initial delivery of 3,346,720 shares. This ASR represents a significant return of capital to shareholders, demonstrating management's confidence and commitment to enhancing shareholder value. It utilizes a portion of the larger $500 million share repurchase authorization approved in February 2026. The program is expected to conclude by Q2 2026. Additionally, a non-contentious director departure was noted, which is a minor event.