California Software approves in-principle acquisition of Cashter stake
California Software Company Limited approved in principle the acquisition of up to a 51% equity stake in Tech Aggregators Private Limited (Cashter). The board authorized the execution of an MoU and the commencement of comprehensive due diligence. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and final commercial negotiations.

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California Software Company Limited has approved in principle the acquisition of up to a 51% equity stake in Tech Aggregators Private Limited (Cashter). The Board of Directors granted this approval during a meeting held on June 18, 2026, via video conferencing. The strategic move targets the Chennai-based entity and is subject to the satisfactory completion of due diligence, valuation, and the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals.
The board sanctioned the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tech Aggregators Private Limited to establish a framework for evaluating the proposed transaction. Additionally, the directors authorized the commencement of legal, financial, tax, technical, operational, and compliance due diligence through independent professional advisors. This step ensures a comprehensive assessment of the target company before finalizing the transaction.
Further approvals include the appointment of Registered Valuers, Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, Legal Advisors, and Due Diligence Consultants as required. The board authorized Dr. Vasudevan Mahalingam, Managing Director & CEO, and Mr. K. Venkatesh, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, to jointly execute the MoU, coordinate due diligence, and negotiate transaction terms.
The proposed transaction remains at a preliminary stage and is contingent upon final commercial negotiations, board approval of definitive documents, and shareholder approval if required. Compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI Regulations, and other stock exchange requirements is mandatory. The execution of the MoU does not create a binding obligation to complete the acquisition, and no final consideration has been determined yet.
The Board Meeting commenced at 5.00 PM IST and concluded at 6.30 PM IST. The intimation to the exchanges was signed by K. Venkatesan, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, on June 18, 2026.
| Agenda Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Acquisition Proposal | In-principle approval to acquire up to 51% equity stake in Tech Aggregators Private Limited (Cashter) |
| MoU Approval | Execution of a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a transaction framework |
| Due Diligence | Authorization for legal, financial, tax, technical, operational, and compliance due diligence |
| Professional Appointments | Appointment of Registered Valuers, Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Legal Advisors |
| Authorization | Authorization to Managing Director & CEO and Company Secretary & Compliance Officer to execute documents and negotiate terms |
Historical Stock Returns for California Software
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5.00% | +26.45% | +17.62% | +64.38% | +60.75% | +152.78% |
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