AsianFin -- Capgemini SE has agreed to acquire US-listed business process management firm WNS Holdings Ltd. for $3.3 billion (€2.8 billion), as the French technology and consulting group seeks to bolster its presence in the digital operations space.

Under the terms of the deal announced Monday, Capgemini will pay $76.50 per WNS share, representing a 17% premium over WNS’s closing price last Thursday. The transaction value excludes WNS’s financial debt.

Capgemini said the acquisition is expected to be earnings accretive, boosting normalized earnings per share by around 4% in 2026 and rising to 7% in 2027, as synergies from the integration materialize.

The deal underscores Capgemini’s broader strategy to scale its digital and AI-enabled business services, particularly in areas like finance, analytics, and customer experience management. WNS, which is headquartered in Mumbai and listed on the NYSE, serves clients across industries including insurance, healthcare, travel, and banking.

Capgemini said it plans to fund the acquisition using available cash and debt. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.