Formula Systems Acquires 70% of Liram Financial Software Ltd.

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Formula Systems announced the acquisition of 70% of Liram Finance Software Ltd., enhancing its offerings in financial accounting, taxation, and compliance. The move, executed by subsidiary Michpal Micro Computers, aims to expand operations and integrate Liram's software solutions, including the new "RamPlus 360" platform. This strategic acquisition is expected to boost customer relations and operational efficiency for Michpal, which serves a broad client base across various sectors. The deal underscores Formula Systems' strategy to enhance its service portfolio and market presence.

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• Acquisition of 70% of Liram enhances Michpal's operational capabilities in financial accounting.
• Introduction of the "RamPlus 360" platform improves service delivery during COVID-19.
• Strategic move expected to strengthen customer relationships and market position.

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The acquisition, completed by Michpal Micro Computers, a wholly owned subsidiary of Formula Systems, enables Michpal to expand its operations in the field Financial Accounting, Taxation and Compliance for accounting firms, tax consultants, bookkeepers, controllers, and CFOs.

Or Yehuda, Israel, June 08, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Formula Systems (1985) Ltd. (NASDAQ and TASE: FORTY) announced today that it had completed the acquisition of 70% of the share capital of Liram Finance Software Ltd. (“Liram”).

Liram is a provider of proprietary integrated specialized management systems in the field of financial accounting, taxation and compliance, for accounting professionals (accountants and tax consultants), bookkeepers, controllers, and CFOs, giving its clients, for more than 35 years, complete confidence in their actions and decisions. Liram’s solutions include specialized financial software solutions for preparation and reporting of financial statements, tax declarations, single-entry and double-entry bookkeeping, fixed asset management and depreciation calculations (under the brand name Ram-Nihul) etc.

This acquisition completed by Michpal Micro Computers, a wholly owned subsidiary of Formula Systems is an additional strategic step towards the expansion of Michpal’s operations in the field of payroll, human resources and financial management and compliance.

In recent months, Liram has launched its "RamPlus 360" platform, which is a modular platform offering a wide range of Liram’s software solutions under one integrated working environment (on-premise or online). The new platform has already proven its efficacy during the COVID-19 crisis by enabling financial professionals to continue their work offsite and provide crucial real-time and personalized service to their clients even during the COVID-19 lockdown period, while saving time and preventing errors.

Rami Livnat, Liram's CEO, said: "I have full confidence in Formula’s capabilities as a leading group that brings together stable transaction management with a proven growth strategy, to open up new opportunities for Liram to expand in a variety of areas in the field of financial accounting, taxation and compliance while strengthening its relationships with its customers. With more than 35 years of experience, Liram strives to continue to play an active role in Israel’s accounting, taxation and compliance market and to enable its customers to improve their work habits."

Moshe Hittleman, Michpal's CEO, said: "Joining forces with Liram is a wonderful opportunity for Michpal, allowing it to continue providing advanced software solutions and services to thousands of its clients coming from all market sectors and will enable it to offer an integrated platform for all its products along with  professional consultancy in the field of labor law, payroll monitoring and pension and benefits intended for accounting professionals (accountants and tax consultants), bookkeepers, controllers, and CFOs.”

Guy Bernstein, Formula Systems' CEO, said: "The acquisition of Liram is part of a series of strategic moves, aimed at expanding Michpal’s footprint by offering Michpal’s complete product and services portfolio alongside Liram’s offerings. We are a strategic buyer that acquires companies that fit our mission, vision and culture and Liram met our parameters and I believe it is synergetic to and compliments Michpal’s business.”

About Formula:
Formula Systems, whose ordinary shares are traded on the Tel-Aviv Stock Exchange and ADSs are traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, is a global information technology holding company engaged, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, in providing software consulting services and computer-based business solutions and developing proprietary software products.

Press Contact:

Formula Systems (1985) Ltd.
+972-3-5389487
ir@formula.co.il 

FAQ

What is the purpose of Formula Systems acquiring Liram Finance Software Ltd.?

The acquisition aims to expand Michpal's operations in financial accounting, taxation, and compliance, enhancing its service offerings.

How will the acquisition of Liram impact Formula Systems' stock (FORTY)?

The acquisition is expected to strengthen customer relationships and operational capabilities, potentially leading to positive impacts on the stock performance.

When was the acquisition of Liram Finance Software completed?

The acquisition was completed on June 8, 2020.

What solutions does Liram Finance Software offer?

Liram provides integrated specialized management systems for financial accounting, taxation, and compliance, including software for financial statements and bookkeeping.