Mergers & Acquisitions ·
Korn Ferry completes acquisition of Auxey Holdco for £473 million and $326 million in cash plus stock
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Korn Ferry completed its acquisition of Auxey Holdco Limited (AMS) on September 1, 2026, creating a global leader in talent and organizational consulting with nearly 17,000 colleagues across more than 130 offices. The company paid approximately £473 million and $326 million in cash to settle seller consideration, repay AMS indebtedness, and satisfy other transaction obligations. Additionally, Korn Ferry issued 3,118,628 shares of common stock to the sellers as part of the purchase price. This strategic acquisition expands Korn Ferry's operational capabilities and industry coverage by integrating AMS's technology-enabled talent solutions and long-term contracted client relationships into its portfolio. Korn Ferry operates in the professional services sector, providing human capital consulting, executive search, and organizational performance advisory services.