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CGI reported Q4-F2020 revenue of $2.93 billion, a 1.1% decline year-over-year. Adjusted EBIT stood at $457.6 million, unchanged from last year, with a margin of 15.6%. Net earnings were $251.9 million (down 22.3%), leading to a diluted EPS of $0.96. Full-year revenue reached $12.16 billion, improving slightly by 0.4%. Bookings were notably strong at $3.47 billion in Q4, a book-to-bill ratio of 118.8%, and the backlog remains robust at $22.67 billion.

CGI (GIB) is set to announce its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results on November 11, 2020, before market opening. The conference call will take place at 9:00 a.m. EST, featuring insights from CEO George D. Schindler and CFO François Boulanger. Investors can access a live webcast and an archived replay on CGI's Investor Relations website. The firm, a leading IT consulting services provider, reported revenue of C$12.1 billion for fiscal 2019 and employs over 77,500 professionals globally.

CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB) will release its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2020 results on November 11, 2020, before market opening. A conference call, led by President and CEO George D. Schindler and CFO François Boulanger, is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. (EST) to discuss the results. CGI, a leader in IT and business consulting services, reported C$12.1 billion in revenue for fiscal 2019. Investors can access the call via a live webcast on the company’s IR page, with a replay available later.

CGI has been selected by VIA Rail Canada to implement a new reservation system aimed at enhancing customer experience. This partnership is a pivotal step towards creating an integrated travel experience for passengers throughout their journey. CGI's advanced reservation solution and extensive expertise in digital and cloud technologies played a crucial role in this selection. With over 3,250 global transportation and logistics experts, CGI aims to leverage local talent and a global network to drive business growth for VIA Rail Canada.

CGI (NYSE: GIB) has extended its contract with Scottish Borders Council to provide end-to-end managed IT services until 2040, marking one of the longest contracts in the company's history. This partnership aims to position the Scottish Borders as the UK’s first Smart Rural Region. CGI plans to open a new office in Tweedbank in 2021, which will serve as a center of excellence. The collaboration focuses on enhancing digital connectivity across communities, supporting innovation, and promoting sustainable practices.

CGI (NYSE: GIB) has been awarded an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract valued at approximately $400 million to provide Mail and General Support Services (MGSS) to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). This contract extends CGI's successful ten-year partnership with the DOJ and includes a one-year base period with four option years. CGI will leverage its recent acquisition of Sunflower Asset Management Solutions to enhance service delivery across more than 50 DOJ component offices.

CGI (NYSE: GIB) has expanded its strategic partnership with Fennia Mutual Insurance Company, assuming responsibility for a majority of its IT services in a contract valued at approximately 48 million euros. The agreement involves managing application development and maintenance, along with end-user support. Fennia aims to enhance its digital transformation, improving service availability and compliance. CGI's President emphasized the collaboration will bolster Fennia's modernization efforts and reinforce CGI's market leadership in IT services for the insurance sector.

CGI has been selected by Ginnie Mae to implement a Digital Asset Management Solution (DAMS) through a blanket purchase agreement covering one base year and four options. This initiative aims to support Ginnie Mae's digital transformation by enhancing document, record, and content management to improve accessibility and user experience. Following CGI's previous work modernizing Ginnie Mae's securitization platform, this project will also strengthen security and data privacy compliance. Ginnie Mae manages over $2 trillion in assets.

CGI has extended its contract with City of Edinburgh Council for six more years, valued at $175 million CAD. This partnership aims to transform Edinburgh into one of the world's "smartest" cities by establishing a Smart City Operations Center. CGI will leverage AI, IoT, and analytics to enhance digital services for citizens. Planned improvements include advanced networks for schools and efforts to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. This extension builds on CGI's successful five-year relationship with the Council, promising further efficiencies and savings.