M&A Deal Summary

IBM Acquires Kenexa

On December 4, 2012, IBM acquired internet software and services company Kenexa for 1.3B USD

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is IBM’s 8th transaction in the Internet Software and Services sector.
  • This is IBM’s 14th largest (disclosed) transaction.
  • This is IBM’s 88th transaction in the United States.
  • This is IBM’s 2nd transaction in Pennsylvania.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2012-12-04
Target Kenexa
Sector Internet Software and Services
Buyer(s) IBM
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition
Deal Value 1.3B USD

Target

Kenexa

Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States
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Kenexa Corp. is a web-based applications that automate human resources activities, such as recruitment, skills testing, and tracking of employee development. Kenexa also offers outsourcing options to clients, taking over part or all of the recruitment and hiring process.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

IBM

Armonk, New York, United States

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Category Company
Founded 1911
Sector Information Technology
Employees282,100
Revenue 60.5B USD (2022)
DESCRIPTION
Entrance to IBM's corporate headquarters in Armonk, New York.
Entrance to IBM's corporate headquarters in Armonk, New York.

IBM is a global provider of information technology products and services. IBM's products and services include IT infrastructure and business process services, cloud computing, business analytics, and enterprise software. IBM was formed in 1911 and is based in Armonk, New York.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 120 of 196
Sector (Internet Software and Services) 8 of 24
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 105 of 173
State (Pennsylvania) 2 of 3
Country (United States) 88 of 140
Year (2012) 8 of 9
Size (of disclosed) 14 of 33
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