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Casablanca Stock Exchange Moves to Acquire Majority Stake in NT Soft
The Casablanca Stock Exchange has formally notified Morocco's Competition Council of its intention to acquire NT Soft SARL, a specialized software development firm. The strategic acquisition will unfold in phases, beginning with an 80% equity purchase before transitioning to full ownership, marking a significant expansion of the exchange's technological infrastructure capabilities.
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The Casablanca Stock Exchange has submitted formal notification to Morocco's Competition Council regarding a planned acquisition of NT Soft SARL, a Moroccan firm specializing in software solutions and development.
According to the non-confidential summary released by the Competition Council, the transaction will proceed through a two-stage process. Initially, the exchange will acquire an 80% controlling interest in NT Soft, with plans to subsequently purchase the remaining shares to achieve complete ownership.
Strategic Transaction Details
This deal represents an exclusive takeover within the information technology services sector. The Competition Council has classified the operation as an acquisition of exclusive control over the target company.
The Casablanca Stock Exchange, which manages and operates Morocco's equity market infrastructure, is responsible for overseeing the listing and trading mechanisms for financial instruments throughout the country.
About NT Soft
NT Soft has established itself as a provider of specialized software solutions serving multiple industries. The company's client base includes:
- Brokerage firms and financial intermediaries
- Insurance companies and insurance brokers
- Pharmaceutical distributors and retail pharmacies
- Legal practices and law firms
Regulatory Review Process
The Competition Council has opened a consultation period allowing interested third parties to submit their observations regarding the proposed transaction. Stakeholders have a ten-day window, concluding on September 9, 2026, to present any concerns or comments.
The regulatory body emphasized that publishing this notice does not indicate whether the submitted file is complete, nor does it signal the Council's preliminary position on the proposed acquisition. The formal review process will proceed according to standard regulatory procedures.