74SOFTWARE: management transactions · France · AMF

About 74SOFTWARE

74Software is a French enterprise software group focused on mission-critical applications and infrastructure software for organizations operating in complex and heavily regulated environments. Listed on Euronext Paris under ISIN FR0011040500, the group was formed through the combination of Axway and Sopra Banking Software (SBS), two complementary software assets. Its historical roots go back to the founding of Sopra in 1968 in the Haute-Savoie region near Lake Annecy, a reference reflected in the company’s name through the “74” departmental code. 74Software’s operating model is built around two core brands that largely run independently, each with its own strategy, product roadmap, and commercial execution, while the group provides shared administrative services and financial discipline. Axway is a well-established player in enterprise data integration, API management, managed file transfer, B2B integration, and Financial Accounting Hub software. SBS focuses on banks and lenders, helping them design, build, and run software solutions that modernize financial services delivery. This structure gives 74Software exposure to recurring, technology-intensive markets with high compliance requirements and long customer lifecycles. In terms of market positioning, 74Software presents itself as a top-5 enterprise software vendor in France and reports a workforce of around 5,000 employees across 26 locations, with 2024 pro forma revenue of €690 million. Momentum remained solid in 2025: full-year revenue reached €707.2 million, while operating margin improved to 15.2%, reflecting strong execution and improving profitability. Annual recurring revenue also continued to grow at double-digit rates at both Axway and SBS, supporting the visibility and durability of the business model. Geographically, the group has an international footprint, serving customers across multiple regions through a distributed operational model. 74Software emphasizes long-term customer relationships, a stable shareholder base, and a culture shaped by its French heritage and entrepreneurial roots. Notable facts include its inclusion in Euronext Tech Leaders, its positioning in “mission-critical” software, and its strategy of combining brand autonomy with centralized group support to create sustainable value for customers, employees, and shareholders.