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Matrix IT Ltd.

M&A Activity Mar 11, 2025

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Merger Transaction Entering an MOU for a merger with Magic

The information contained in this Investors presentation constitutes a convenience translation. The Hebrew version was submitted by the Company to the relevant authorities pursuant to Israeli law and represents the binding version and the only one having legal effect. This translation was prepared for convenience purposes only.

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MERGER TRANSACTION magic + matrix

The Merger Transaction

  • o On March 10, 2025, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed between Matrix IT Ltd. ("Matrix") and Magic Software Enterprises Ltd. ("Magic") for the purpose of negotiating a binding merger agreement, under which Matrix will acquire the entire issued and paid-up share capital of Magic by way of a reverse triangular merger. Upon completion of the transaction, Magic will become a private company wholly owned by Matrix.
  • o The considerations to Magic shareholders under the transaction will be in shares of Matrix.
  • o The transaction is defined as a transaction of a controlling shareholder with a personal interest (Formula Systems), and as such Matrix's Board of Directors appointed an independent committee that was authorized to review the transaction, negotiate the terms with Magic's independent committee, approve the transaction, and formulate recommendations to the Board of Directors.
  • o The committee is advised by the international investment bank Jefferies LLC, the law firm Herzog Fox Neeman, and the accounting firm KPMG.

Transaction Overview

Proposed Merger
Structure

100% stock merger of Matrix IT (Matrix) and Magic Software (Magic) with Matrix as the
continuing entity

Structured as a Matrix acquisition of Magic with consideration of new Matrix shares issues to
Magic shareholders

All-stock consideration would allow shareholders of both companies to share in the value
creation upside
while maintaining significant balance sheet flexibility for future M&A
Proposed Terms and
Valuation

MOU Signed with merger consideration in shares of Matrix, for an exchange ratio implying
68.875% / 31.125% pro-forma ownership of Matrix / Magic shareholders in the combined
company
Combined company would have a market capitalization of c. NIS 7,697m / US\$2,132m(1)
Listing Venue & Process
Magic to be delisted from the NASDAQ and TASE and become a wholly-owned (100%) subsidiary
of Matrix following the merger

Combined company to be listed only on TASE initially with intention to explore a US dual
listing in the future

Transaction is subject to mutual due diligence, agreement of definitive transaction
documentation, and final approval by independent committees of Matrix and Magic

Expecting general shareholder meeting during Q3'2025 to approve the transaction

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(1) Based on Market Cap. Matrix and Magic Market Cap based on share price as of 03/06/2025 with a USD / ILS exchange rate of 0.28. Analysis includes firms where IT Services is greater than 50% of both revenue and profit.

(2) Includes countries served by Matrix.

The Combined Company Would Be One Of The Largest Listed IT Services Firms Globally

U.S. Listed IT Services European Listed IT Services
Rank Company Market Cap (\$M)
1 \$213,814
2 81,672 2
3 41,330
4 34,342 3
5 23,319 4
6 11,222 5
7 8,249 6
8 6,198 7
9 3,250
10 2,132 8
11 1,528 9
12 1,353 10
Rank Company Market Cap (\$M)
1 \$28,936
2 4,958
3 3,656
4 2,132
5 2,042
6 1,263
7 1,234
8 1,157
9 951
10 615

Source: S&P Capital IQ as of 03/06/2025.

Note: Matrix and Magic Market Cap based on share price as of 03/06/2025 with a USD / ILS exchange rate of 0.28. Analysis includes firms where IT Services is greater than 50% of both revenue and profit.

The Opportunity

  • o A leap for Matrix in geographic expansion and diversity, in particular strengthening exposure to the U.S. as a strategic target market.
  • o The merged company would rank #4 and #10 by market capitalization among European-listed IT Services peers and U.S.-listed IT Services peers, respectively.(1)
  • o Value creation driven by cross selling synergies and cross-sharing technological and operational know how of two excellent companies.
  • o Significant complementary operations, particularly in industry focus and services offerings.
  • o Significant power multiplier from combining both companies' operations, specifically in the attractive end markets.
  • o Expanding product offerings and strengthening IP-based operations, which are characterized by high margins, strong stickiness and an ARR component.

The Opportunity (Cont'd)

  • o Significant improvement in profit margins Magic's gross margins are over 28% and operating margins over 11% (effective tax rate is also about 4% lower than Matrix's).
  • o Magic has a strong balance sheet with high net cash balances.
  • o All stock deal structure avoids meaningful transaction costs such as financing.
  • o Improved attractiveness of the merged company from the perspective of global investors, given scale and global reach.
  • o Potential for inclusion in the TA-35 index (in accordance with current market cap sum expected to be #31), leading to increased investor base and trading volumes.
  • o Adding an excellent and experienced management team, coupled with existing acquaintance between the two companies/management teams, creates a favorable organizational climate for the merger.

P&L Statement

Based on FY2024 financials, in ILS 000's

Revenues 5,579,538
Gross Profit 832,994
Gross Margin (%) 14.9%
Operating Income 450,074
Operating Margin (%) 8.1%
Net Income 288,224
Net Income Margin (%) 5.2%

P&L Statement

Based on FY2024 financials, in ILS 000's

Revenues 5,579,538 2,043,771
Gross Profit 832,994 581,401
Gross Margin (%) 14.9% 28.4%
Operating Income 450,074 226,515
Operating Margin (%) 8.1% 11.1%
Net Income 288,224 160,155
Net Income Margin (%) 5.2% 7.8%

P&L Statement

Based on FY2024 financials, in ILS 000's

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Revenues 5,579,538 2,043,771 7,623,309
Gross Profit 832,994 581,401 1,414,395
Gross Margin (%) 14.9% 28.4% 18.6%
Operating Income 450,074 226,515 676,589
Operating Margin (%) 8.1% 11.1% 8.9%
Net Income 288,224 160,155 448,379
Net Income Margin (%) 5.2% 7.8% 5.9%

Disclaimer

  • The Company's assessments and information contained herein regarding potential benefits that may be derived from the transaction constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Securities Law, 5728-1968. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, and actual results could differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statement. These statements speak only as of the date they were made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. The forward-looking statements may not materialize, or may materialize in a manner or timing that differs from the Company's assessments, including circumstances wherein the merger transaction fails to consummate, due to, inter alia, factors beyond the Company's control, including without limitation, failure to execute a definitive agreement, failure to obtain requisite approvals for the consummation of the transaction, changes in capital market conditions and/or the markets in which the Company and Magic operate, or the materialization of one or more of the Company's Risk Factors detailed in the Company's Annual Report.
  • For the avoidance of doubt, as of the date of this report, there is no assurance regarding the parties' execution of a definitive agreement, which is contingent upon, inter alia, the satisfactory completion of due diligence by the parties, successful negotiation of the terms and conditions of the definitive agreement, and receipt of all necessary corporate approvals from the authorized organs of the Companies for the transaction. Furthermore, even in the event that the parties execute a definitive agreement as aforementioned, there is no assurance regarding the consummation of the transaction, which shall be subject to, inter alia, the fulfillment of all conditions precedent to closing as shall be stipulated in the definitive agreement.

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