UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

Form 6-K

 

Report of Foreign Private Issuer

 

Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

For the quarter ended December 31, 2022

 

Commission File Number 001-35754

 

Infosys Limited

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Not Applicable

(Translation of Registrant's name into English)

 

Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bangalore - 560 100, Karnataka, India. +91-80-2852-0261

(Address of principal executive offices)

 

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F:

 

Form 20-F þ Form 40-F o

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1) : o

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(7) : o

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION
SIGNATURES
INDEX TO EXHIBITS
EXHIBIT 99.1
EXHIBIT 99.2
EXHIBIT 99.3
EXHIBIT 99.4
EXHIBIT 99.5
EXHIBIT 99.6
EXHIBIT 99.7
EXHIBIT 99.8
EXHIBIT 99.9
EXHIBIT 99.10

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DISCLOSURE OF RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION

 

Infosys Limited (“Infosys” or “the Company” or “we”) hereby furnishes the United States Securities and Exchange Commission with copies of the following information concerning our public disclosures regarding our results of operations and financial condition for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022.

 

The following information shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

 

On January 12, 2023, we announced our results of operations for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022. We issued press releases announcing our results under International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) in U.S. dollars and Indian rupees, copies of which are attached to this Form 6-K as Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, respectively.

 

On January 12, 2023, we held a press conference to announce our results, which was followed by a question and answer session. The transcript of this press conference is attached to this Form 6-K as Exhibit 99.3.

 

We have also made available to the public on our website, www.infosys.com, a fact sheet that provides details on our profit and loss account summary for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 (as per IFRS); revenue by client geography offering, business segment, revenue by offering; information regarding our client concentration; employee information and metrics; and consolidated IT services information. We have attached this fact sheet to this Form 6-K as Exhibit 99.4.

 

On January 12, 2023, we also held a teleconference with investors and analysts to discuss our results. The transcripts of the teleconference are attached to this Form 6-K as Exhibit 99.5.

 

We placed form of releases to stock exchanges and advertisements in certain Indian newspapers concerning our results of operations for the quarter ended December 31, 2022, under Ind AS. A copy of the release to the stock exchanges and the advertisement is attached to this Form 6-K as Exhibit 99.6.

 

We have made available to the public on our website, www.infosys.com, the following: Audited Interim Condensed Financial Statements in compliance with IFRS in US dollars and the Auditors Report; Audited Interim Condensed Financial Statements in compliance with IFRS in Indian Rupees and the Auditors Report; Audited Interim Ind AS Condensed Standalone Financial Statements and the Auditors Report; Audited Interim Ind AS Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and the Auditors Report for the quarter December 31, 2022. We have attached these documents to this Form 6-K as Exhibits 99.7, 99.8, 99.9 and 99.10, respectively.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized

 

 

Infosys Limited

/s/ Inderpreet Sawhney

   
Date: January 18, 2023

Inderpreet Sawhney

General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INDEX TO EXHIBITS

 

Exhibit No. Description of Document
99.1 IFRS USD press release
99.2 IFRS INR press release
99.3 Transcript of January 12, 2023 press conference
99.4 Fact Sheet regarding Registrant's Statement of Profit and Loss for the quarters ended December 31, 2022 and 2021 (as per IFRS); revenue by Business Segment, revenue by Offering, Client Geography, information regarding Client Concentration; Employee Information and Metrics and Consolidated IT Services Information and cash flow information
99.5 Transcript of January 12, 2023 earnings call
99.6 Form of release to stock exchanges and advertisement placed in Indian newspapers
99.7 Audited Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of Infosys Limited and its Subsidiaries in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in US Dollars and the Auditors Report thereon
99.8 Audited Interim Consolidated Financial Statements of Infosys Limited and its Subsidiaries in compliance with IFRS in Indian Rupees and the Auditors Report thereon
99.9 Audited Interim Condensed Financial Statements of Infosys Limited for the quarter ended December 31, 2022 in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards (INDAS) and Auditors Report thereon.
99.10 Audited Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of Infosys Limited and its subsidiaries in compliance with INDAS for the quarter ended December 31, 2022 and Auditors Report there on and the Auditors Report thereon

 

 

 

 

   

 

 Exhibit 99.1
IFRS USD Press Release

 

 

Strong growth of 13.7% in constant currency in a seasonally weak quarter

Strongest large deal wins in the last 8 quarters at $3.3 billion

Revenue guidance for FY23 revised to 16.0%-16.5%

 

Bengaluru, India – January 12, 2023: Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, reported strong Q3 performance with year-on-year growth at 13.7% and sequential growth at 2.4% in constant currency. Year on year growth was in double digits for most business segments and geographical regions in constant currency terms. Large deal TCV for the quarter was the strongest in the last 8 quarters at $3.3 billion. Digital comprised 62.9% of overall revenues and grew at 21.7% in constant currency. Operating margin for the quarter remained resilient at 21.5%. FY23 revenue guidance revised to 16.0%-16.5%. FY23 operating margin guidance retained at 21%-22%.

 

“Our revenue growth was strong in the quarter, with both digital business and core services growing. This is a clear reflection of our deep client relevance, industry-leading digital, cloud, and automation capabilities, and the unrelenting dedication of our employees”, said Salil Parekh, CEO and MD. “As reflected in the large deals momentum, we continue to gain market share as a trusted transformation and operational partner for our clients. Our end-to-end capabilities and global scale make us a preferred choice as clients look at consolidating vendors. We remain focused on helping businesses accelerate their digital agenda to uncover new value and growth, as well as improve operational and cost effectiveness”, he added.

 

growth percentage

 

1.Key highlights:

 

For the quarter ended December 31, 2022 For nine months ended December 31, 2022

·       Revenues in CC terms grew by 13.7% YoY and 2.4% QoQ

 

·       Reported revenues at $4,659 million, growth of 9.6% YoY

 

·       Digital revenues at 62.9% of total revenues, YoY CC growth of 21.7%

 

·       Operating margin at 21.5%, decline of 2.0% YoY and stable QoQ

 

·       Basic EPS at $0.19, growth of 3.3% YoY

 

·       FCF at $576 million, decline of 19.9% YoY;

FCF conversion at 72.0% of net profit

·       Revenues in CC terms grew by 17.8% YoY

 

·       Reported revenues at $13,657 million, growth of 13.5% YoY

 

·       Digital revenues at 61.9% of total revenues, YoY CC growth of 29.5%

 

·       Operating margin at 21.0%, decline of 2.6% YoY

 

·       Basic EPS at $0.53, growth of 1.7% YoY

 

·       FCF at $1,821 million, decline of 20.6% YoY; FCF conversion at 81.4% of net profit

 

“Operating margins in Q3 remained resilient due to cost optimization benefits which offset the impact of seasonal weakness in operating parameters”, said Nilanjan Roy, Chief Financial Officer. “Attrition reduced meaningfully during the quarter and is expected to decline further in the near-term”, he added.

2.Capital Allocation

Pursuant to the Board recommendation and subsequent to shareholders’ approval through postal ballot, the company has started share buyback program through open market route from December 7, 2022 and till date, has bought back 31.3 million shares worth 4,790 crore (app. $0.6 billion*) or 51.5% of total authorization of 9,300 crore at an average price of approx. 1,531 per share (compared to maximum Buyback Price of 1,850 per share).

*USD-INR rate of 82.00

 

3.Client wins & Testimonials
Centric Brands has selected Infosys to be a strategic technology partner to provide a range of digital, IT, business operations and transformation services. Infosys will leverage its cognitive first IT framework along with its industry leading digital, cognitive AI, cloud and retail industry solution accelerators to improve and transform the technology landscape. Anurup Pruthi, Global CFO, Centric Brands, said, “By partnering with Infosys, we will be able to standardize our internal processes, bring in the best practices and tools, and strengthen the skills needed for continued success in the Retail B2B marketplace.”
Infosys helped develop a cloud-based platform to digitize and automate manual processes at Envision AESC, a world-leading battery technology company’s Electric Vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing plants. “At Envision AESC, we believe that advancements in battery technology will propel the EV revolution to newer heights. The manufacturing processes of our breakthrough batteries need a robust digital foundation to accelerate the speed and scale of innovation. We are confident that Infosys, with their trusted cloud technologies and deep expertise in the automotive industry, will help us continue on our journey towards achieving our transformation goals,” said, Brian Sullivan, Executive Vice President of Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain at Envision AESC.
Infosys and Microsoft modernized Spark New Zealand’s corporate functions to enhance business resilience, operational simplicity, workplace agility, and customer experience. Mark Beder, Chief Operating Officer, Spark, said, “As we embarked on a journey to revamp our business operations and step out of our legacy systems, we were looking for partners that understand and provide strength to our vision for an ERP-driven business transformation. It has been great working with Infosys and Microsoft as our transformation partners. The level of ERP implementation expertise and scale they bring to the table in this endeavor underpinned by best-fit digital solutions and resources is helping us to unshackle legacy system constraints and will help us improve operational simplicity, workplace agility and customer experience.”
Infosys collaborated with CIRCOR, one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial, Aerospace & Defense markets, to help transform its IT landscape and modernize its IT infrastructure. Pete Sattler, Chief Information Officer, CIRCOR, said, “The goal of our alliance with Infosys is to offer all our customers – both internal and external – faster and more reliable service, enhance our cybersecurity, and provide 24x7 monitoring for our global IT environment.”
Avon, part of Natura Group, entered a five-year strategic collaboration with Infosys to advance its digital transformation journey, implement cognitive operations, drive continuous innovation, and help in better serving its customers. Karen McElhatton, CIO, Avon, said, “Through this collaboration, Infosys will accelerate the realization of our Digital vision, through a well-planned transformation roadmap to reduce opex spends, increase resilience and reliability of our application landscape, and prepare us better for new digital capabilities. We are confident that Infosys, with its sound expertise in Infrastructure Management Services, Cybersecurity, and Application Services, will enable us to continue to provide cutting-edge services to our members and customers.”
Conagra has entered into a five-year strategic partnership with Infosys to innovate its IT operations. Conagra and Infosys will be implementing product based cognitive-first delivery model, with focus on improving operational excellence, drive continuous innovation, and most importantly improve the quality of service for Conagra’s customers. Andy Xydakis, CTO, Conagra, said, “We wanted to change the way we run our IT operations. Delivering in true agile fashion where teams focus on value delivery. Our partnership with Infosys will help achieve the vision, given their deep Industry knowledge and ability to align this new way of working to support our overarching business strategy. Through this collaboration, Infosys will help accelerate the adoption of our product based continuous delivery operating model, by creating capacity to deliver features, increase resiliency and reliability of our infrastructure and application landscape, thereby helping Conagra advance new digital capabilities.”

 

4.Recognitions
Infosys received the Great Place to Work® Certification across five regions including India, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, and Mexico. Infosys BPM received the Great Place to Work® Certification in Philippines
Infosys recognized as the Champion of Inclusion in the Most Inclusive Companies Index (MICI) and featured in the “100 Best – Hall of Fame” by Avtar & Seramount, 2022
Infosys secured a place in CDP’s annual ‘A List’ for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change
Infosys rated as “Most Noteworthy” Company by DiversityInc, USA
Infosys recognized as a constituent of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 2022
Infosys InStep Ranked as the ‘Best Internship Program’ in the 2023 Vault Internship Rankings
Infosys won the 2022 Marketing Excellence Gold Award from Information Technology Services Marketing Association (ITSMA) for Infosys Cobalt
Infosys, along with client Lanxess recognized as a winner in the “Workplace of the Future” category in 2022 ISG Paragon Awards™ EMEA
Infosys positioned as a leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for IT Services for Communications Service Providers, Worldwide
Infosys recognized as a leader in Forrester Wave™: Cloud Migration and Managed Service Partners in Asia Pacific, Q4 2022
Infosys positioned as a leader in IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific Salesforce Implementation Services 2022 Vendor Assessment
Infosys recognized as a leader in Software Product Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
Infosys recognized as a leader in System Integration (SI) Capabilities on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022 by Everest
Infosys recognized as a leader in HFS Horizons: Cloud Native Transformation, 2022
Infosys ranked as a leader in Next-Gen ADM Services 2022 ISG Provider lens™ study in US
Infosys positioned as a leader in IDC Worldwide Manufacturing Service Life-Cycle Management Strategic Consulting 2022
Infosys recognized as a leader in Workplace Communication and Collaboration (WCC) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
Infosys positioned as a leader in IDC MarketScape: EMEA Industrial Internet of Things Service Providers for Oil and Gas Companies 2022 Vendor Assessment
Infosys recognized as a leader in Application and Digital Services (ADS) in Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
Infosys recognized as a leader in Risk & Compliance in BFS IT Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
Infosys positioned as a leader in Avasant’s Utilities Digital Services 2022–2023 RadarViewTM
Infosys positioned as a leader in Avasant’s Manufacturing Digital Services 2022–2023 RadarViewTM
Infosys Finacle positioned as a Leader in The Everest Group PEAK Matrix® for Wealth Management Products Provider 2023 report
Infosys BPM ranked as Leader and Star Performer in Everest Group’s Finance and Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022

 

About Infosys

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, in more than 50 countries, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by the cloud. We enable them with an AI-powered core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

Visit www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY) can help your enterprise navigate your next.

about infy

 

Safe Harbor

 

This Release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance and that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, our industry, economic conditions in the markets in which we operate, and certain other matters. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as ‘may’, ‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘continue’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘seek’, ‘could’, ‘would’, ‘should’ and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, statements regarding our business strategy, our expectations concerning our market position, future operations, growth, margins, profitability, attrition, liquidity, and capital resources, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy, the effects of COVID-19 on global economic conditions and our business and operations, wage increases, change in the regulations including immigration regulation and policies in the United States, and corporate actions including timely completion of the proposed buy-back of our equity shares. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.

 

Contact

 

Investor Relations Sandeep Mahindroo
+91 80 3980 1018
Sandeep_Mahindroo@infosys.com
 
Media Relations Rishi Basu
+91 80 4156 3998
Rajarshi.Basu@infosys.com

Mary-Ellen Harn

+1 704 359 7996

maryellen.harn@infosys.com

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

 

Extracted from the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet under IFRS as at:

(Dollars in millions)

  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
ASSETS    
Current assets    
Cash and cash equivalents 1,401 2,305
Current investments 1,055 880
Trade receivables 3,343 2,995
Unbilled revenue 1,588 1,526
Other Current assets 1,366 1,159
Total current assets 8,753 8,865
Non-current assets    
Property, plant and equipment and Right-of-use assets 2,405 2,429
Goodwill and other Intangible assets 1,098 1,042
Non-current investments 1,497 1,801
Unbilled revenue 206 124
Other non-current assets 1,267 1,294
Total non-current assets 6,473 6,690
Total assets 15,226 15,555
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY    
Current liabilities    
Trade payables 579 545
Unearned revenue 861 834
Employee benefit obligations 290 288
Other current liabilities and provisions 3,251 2,766
Total current liabilities 4,981 4,433
Non-current liabilities    
Lease liabilities 795 607
Other non-current liabilities 424 521
Total non-current liabilities 1,219 1,128
Total liabilities 6,200 5,561
Total equity attributable to equity holders of the company 8,975 9,941
Non-controlling interests 51 53
Total equity 9,026 9,994
Total liabilities and equity 15,226 15,555

 

Extracted from the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income under IFRS for:

(Dollars in millions except per equity share data)

  3 months ended December 31, 2022 3 months ended December 31, 2021 9 months ended December 31, 2022 9 months ended December 31, 2021
Revenues 4,659 4,250 13,657 12,031
Cost of sales 3,230 2,856 9,544 8,041
Gross profit 1,429 1,394 4,113 3,990
Operating expenses:        
 Selling and marketing expenses 196 177 574 513
 Administrative expenses 232 219 671 642
Total operating expenses 428 396 1,245 1,155
Operating profit 1,001 998 2,868 2,835
Other income, net (3) 84 61 229 203
Profit before income taxes 1,085 1,059 3,097 3,038
Income tax expense 285 283 859 823
Net profit (before minority interest) 800 776 2,238 2,215
Net profit (after minority interest) 800 774 2,237 2,211
Basic EPS ($) 0.19 0.18 0.53 0.52
Diluted EPS ($) 0.19 0.18 0.53 0.52

 

NOTES:

1.The above information is extracted from the audited condensed consolidated Balance sheet and Statement of Comprehensive Income for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, which have been taken on record at the Board meeting held on January 12, 2023.
2.A Fact Sheet providing the operating metrics of the Company can be downloaded from www.infosys.com.
3.Other income is net of Finance Cost.
4.The quarter figures added up to the figures reported in previous quarters might not always add up to the nine months ended figures reported in this statement as all figures are taken from the source and rounded off to the nearest digits.

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.2

IFRS-IND Press Release

 

 

Strong growth of 13.7% in constant currency in a seasonally weak quarter

Strongest large deal wins in the last 8 quarters at $3.3 billion

Revenue guidance for FY23 revised to 16.0%-16.5%

Bengaluru, India – January 12, 2023: Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, reported strong Q3 performance with year-on-year growth at 13.7% and sequential growth at 2.4% in constant currency. Year on year growth was in double digits for most business segments and geographical regions in constant currency terms. Large deal TCV for the quarter was the strongest in the last 8 quarters at $3.3 billion. Digital comprised 62.9% of overall revenues and grew at 21.7% in constant currency. Operating margin for the quarter remained resilient at 21.5%. FY23 revenue guidance revised to 16.0%-16.5%. FY23 operating margin guidance retained at 21%-22%.

 

Our revenue growth was strong in the quarter, with both digital business and core services growing. This is a clear reflection of our deep client relevance, industry-leading digital, cloud, and automation capabilities, and the unrelenting dedication of our employees”, said Salil Parekh, CEO and MD. “As reflected in the large deals momentum, we continue to gain market share as a trusted transformation and operational partner for our clients. Our end-to-end capabilities and global scale make us a preferred choice as clients look at consolidating vendors. We remain focused on helping businesses accelerate their digital agenda to uncover new value and growth, as well as improve operational and cost effectiveness”, he added.

 

growth percentage

 

 

1. Key highlights:

 

For the quarter ended December 31, 2022 For nine months ended December 31, 2022

·        Revenues in CC terms grew by 13.7% YoY and 2.4% QoQ

 

·        Reported revenues at 38,318 crore, growth of 20.2% YoY

 

·        Digital revenues at 62.9% of total revenues, YoY CC growth of 21.7%

 

·        Operating margin at 21.5%, decline of 2.0% YoY and stable QoQ

 

·        Basic EPS at 15.72, growth of 13.4% YoY

 

·       FCF at 4,741 crore, decline of 12.2% YoY;  FCF conversion at 72.0% of net profit

 

·        Revenues in CC terms grew by 17.8% YoY

 

·        Reported revenues at 109,326 crore, growth of 22.3% YoY

 

·        Digital revenues at 61.9% of total revenues, YoY CC growth of 29.5%

 

·        Operating margin at 21.1%, decline of 2.5% YoY

 

·        Basic EPS at 42.85, growth of 10.0% YoY

 

·        FCF at 14,599 crore, decline of 14.3% YoY; FCF conversion at 81.2% of net profit

 

 

“Operating margins in Q3 remained resilient due to cost optimization benefits which offset the impact of seasonal weakness in operating parameters”, said Nilanjan Roy, Chief Financial Officer. “Attrition reduced meaningfully during the quarter and is expected to decline further in the near-term”, he added.

 

2. Capital Allocation

Pursuant to the Board recommendation and subsequent to shareholders’ approval through postal ballot, the company has started share buyback program through open market route from December 7, 2022 and till date, has bought back 31.3 million shares worth 4,790 crore or 51.5% of total authorization of 9,300 crore at an average price of approx. 1,531 per share (compared to maximum Buyback Price of 1,850 per share).

 

3. Client wins & Testimonials

·Centric Brands has selected Infosys to be a strategic technology partner to provide a range of digital, IT, business operations and transformation services. Infosys will leverage its cognitive first IT framework along with its industry leading digital, cognitive AI, cloud and retail industry solution accelerators to improve and transform the technology landscape. Anurup Pruthi, Global CFO, Centric Brands, said, “By partnering with Infosys, we will be able to standardize our internal processes, bring in the best practices and tools, and strengthen the skills needed for continued success in the Retail B2B marketplace.

 

·Infosys helped develop a cloud-based platform to digitize and automate manual processes at Envision AESC, a world-leading battery technology company’s Electric Vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing plants. “At Envision AESC, we believe that advancements in battery technology will propel the EV revolution to newer heights. The manufacturing processes of our breakthrough batteries need a robust digital foundation to accelerate the speed and scale of innovation. We are confident that Infosys, with their trusted cloud technologies and deep expertise in the automotive industry, will help us continue on our journey towards achieving our transformation goals,” said, Brian Sullivan, Executive Vice President of Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain at Envision AESC.

 

 

·Infosys and Microsoft modernized Spark New Zealand’s corporate functions to enhance business resilience, operational simplicity, workplace agility, and customer experience. Mark Beder, Chief Operating Officer, Spark, said, “As we embarked on a journey to revamp our business operations and step out of our legacy systems, we were looking for partners that understand and provide strength to our vision for an ERP-driven business transformation. It has been great working with Infosys and Microsoft as our transformation partners. The level of ERP implementation expertise and scale they bring to the table in this endeavor underpinned by best-fit digital solutions and resources is helping us to unshackle legacy system constraints and will help us improve operational simplicity, workplace agility and customer experience.

 

·Infosys collaborated with CIRCOR, one of the world’s leading providers of mission critical flow control products and services for the Industrial, Aerospace & Defense markets, to help transform its IT landscape and modernize its IT infrastructure. Pete Sattler, Chief Information Officer, CIRCOR, said, “The goal of our alliance with Infosys is to offer all our customers – both internal and external – faster and more reliable service, enhance our cybersecurity, and provide 24x7 monitoring for our global IT environment.

 

·Avon, part of Natura Group, entered a five-year strategic collaboration with Infosys to advance its digital transformation journey, implement cognitive operations, drive continuous innovation, and help in better serving its customers. Karen McElhatton, CIO, Avon, said, “Through this collaboration, Infosys will accelerate the realization of our Digital vision, through a well-planned transformation roadmap to reduce opex spends, increase resilience and reliability of our application landscape, and prepare us better for new digital capabilities. We are confident that Infosys, with its sound expertise in Infrastructure Management Services, Cybersecurity, and Application Services, will enable us to continue to provide cutting-edge services to our members and customers.

 

·Conagra has entered into a five-year strategic partnership with Infosys to innovate its IT operations. Conagra and Infosys will be implementing product based cognitive-first delivery model, with focus on improving operational excellence, drive continuous innovation, and most importantly improve the quality of service for Conagra’s customers. Andy Xydakis, CTO, Conagra, said, “We wanted to change the way we run our IT operations. Delivering in true agile fashion where teams focus on value delivery. Our partnership with Infosys will help achieve the vision, given their deep Industry knowledge and ability to align this new way of working to support our overarching business strategy. Through this collaboration, Infosys will help accelerate the adoption of our product based continuous delivery operating model, by creating capacity to deliver features, increase resiliency and reliability of our infrastructure and application landscape, thereby helping Conagra advance new digital capabilities.”

 

4. Recognitions

·Infosys received the Great Place to Work® Certification across five regions including India, Australia, United Kingdom, Germany, and Mexico. Infosys BPM received the Great Place to Work® Certification in Philippines
·Infosys recognized as the Champion of Inclusion in the Most Inclusive Companies Index (MICI) and featured in the “100 Best – Hall of Fame” by Avtar & Seramount, 2022
·Infosys secured a place in CDP’s annual ‘A List’ for its leadership in corporate transparency and performance on climate change
·Infosys rated as “Most Noteworthy” Company by DiversityInc, USA
·Infosys recognized as a constituent of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for 2022
·Infosys InStep Ranked as the ‘Best Internship Program’ in the 2023 Vault Internship Rankings
·Infosys won the 2022 Marketing Excellence Gold Award from Information Technology Services Marketing Association (ITSMA) for Infosys Cobalt
·Infosys, along with client Lanxess recognized as a winner in the “Workplace of the Future” category in 2022 ISG Paragon Awards™ EMEA
·Infosys positioned as a leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant for IT Services for Communications Service Providers, Worldwide
·Infosys recognized as a leader in Forrester Wave™: Cloud Migration and Managed Service Partners in Asia Pacific, Q4 2022
·Infosys positioned as a leader in IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific Salesforce Implementation Services 2022 Vendor Assessment
·Infosys recognized as a leader in Software Product Engineering Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
·Infosys recognized as a leader in System Integration (SI) Capabilities on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022 by Everest
·Infosys recognized as a leader in HFS Horizons: Cloud Native Transformation, 2022
·Infosys ranked as a leader in Next-Gen ADM Services 2022 ISG Provider lens™ study in US
·Infosys positioned as a leader in IDC Worldwide Manufacturing Service Life-Cycle Management Strategic Consulting 2022
·Infosys recognized as a leader in Workplace Communication and Collaboration (WCC) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
·Infosys positioned as a leader in IDC MarketScape: EMEA Industrial Internet of Things Service Providers for Oil and Gas Companies 2022 Vendor Assessment
·Infosys recognized as a leader in Application and Digital Services (ADS) in Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
·Infosys recognized as a leader in Risk & Compliance in BFS IT Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2023 by Everest
·Infosys positioned as a leader in Avasant’s Utilities Digital Services 2022–2023 RadarViewTM
·Infosys positioned as a leader in Avasant’s Manufacturing Digital Services 2022–2023 RadarViewTM
·Infosys Finacle positioned as a Leader in The Everest Group PEAK Matrix® for Wealth Management Products Provider 2023 report
·Infosys BPM ranked as Leader and Star Performer in Everest Group’s Finance and Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022

 

About Infosys

 

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, in more than 50 countries, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by the cloud. We enable them with an AI-powered core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

Visit www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY) can help your enterprise navigate your next.

A picture containing text, businesscard

Description automatically generated

 

Safe Harbor

This Release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance and that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, our industry, economic conditions in the markets in which we operate, and certain other matters. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as ‘may’, ‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘continue’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘seek’, ‘could’, ‘would’, ‘should’ and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, statements regarding our business strategy, our expectations concerning our market position, future operations, growth, margins, profitability, attrition, liquidity, and capital resources, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy, the effects of COVID-19 on global economic conditions and our business and operations, wage increases, change in the regulations including immigration regulation and policies in the United States, and corporate actions including timely completion of the proposed buy-back of our equity shares. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.

 

Contact

 

Investor Relations

Sandeep Mahindroo

+91 80 3980 1018

Sandeep_Mahindroo@infosys.com

 
Media Relations

Rishi Basu

+91 80 4156 3998

Rajarshi.Basu@infosys.com

Mary-Ellen Harn

+1 704 359 7996

maryellen.harn@infosys.com

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

Extracted from the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet under IFRS as at:

(In crore)

 Particulars December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
ASSETS    
Current assets    
Cash and cash equivalents 11,587 17,472
Current investments 8,730 6,673
Trade receivables 27,660 22,698
Unbilled revenue 13,139 11,568
Other Current assets 11,300 8,774
Total current assets 72,416 67,185
Non-current assets    
Property, plant and equipment and Right-of-use assets 19,897 18,402
Goodwill and other Intangible assets 9,083 7,902
Non-current investments 12,386 13,651
Unbilled revenue 1,708 941
Other non-current assets 10,476 9,804
Total non-current assets 53,550 50,700
Total assets 125,966 117,885
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY    
Current liabilities    
Trade payables 4,788 4,134
Unearned revenue 7,117 6,324
Employee benefit obligations 2,400 2,182
Other current liabilities and provisions 26,900 20,963
Total current liabilities 41,205 33,603
Non-current liabilities    
Lease liabilities 6,577 4,602
Other non-current liabilities 3,511 3,944
Total non-current liabilities 10,088 8,546
Total liabilities 51,293 42,149
Total equity attributable to equity holders of the company 74,292 75,350
Non-controlling interests 381 386
Total equity 74,673 75,736
Total liabilities and equity 125,966 117,885

 

Extracted from the Condensed Consolidated statement of Comprehensive Income under IFRS for:

(In crore except per equity share data)

  3 months ended December 31, 2022 3 months ended December 31, 2021 9 months ended December 31, 2022 9 months ended December 31, 2021
Revenues 38,318 31,867 109,326 89,365
Cost of sales 26,561 21,415 76,342 59,726
Gross profit 11,757 10,452 32,984 29,639
Operating expenses:        
Selling and marketing expenses 1,611 1,325 4,591 3,809
Administrative expenses 1,904 1,643 5,365 4,771
Total operating expenses 3,515 2,968 9,956 8,580
Operating profit 8,242 7,484 23,028 21,059
Other income, net (3) 689 459 1,828 1,508
Profit before income taxes 8,931 7,943 24,856 22,567
Income tax expense 2,345 2,121 6,882 6,116
Net profit (before minority interest) 6,586 5,822 17,974 16,451
Net profit (after minority interest) 6,586 5,809 17,967 16,425
Basic EPS () 15.72 13.86 42.85 38.96
Diluted EPS () 15.70 13.83 42.79 38.88

 

NOTES:

1.The above information is extracted from the audited condensed consolidated Balance sheet and Statement of Comprehensive Income for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, which have been taken on record at the Board meeting held on January 12, 2023.
2.A Fact Sheet providing the operating metrics of the Company can be downloaded from www.infosys.com.
3.Other income is net of Finance Cost.
4.The quarter figures added up to the figures reported in previous quarters might not always add up to the nine months ended figures reported in this statement as all figures are taken from the source and rounded off to the nearest digits.

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.3
Press Conference

 

 

"Infosys Limited

Q3 FY23 Media Conference Call" 

January 12, 2023

 

 

CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS:

 

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Rishi Basu (Emcee)

Corporate Communications

 

 

journalists

 

Ritu Singh

CNBC TV 18

 

Anisha Jain

ET Now

 

Sajeet Manghat

BQ Prime

 

Kushal Gupta

Zee Business

 

Harshada Sawant

CNBC Awaaz

 

Nandan Mandayam

Reuters

 

Uma Kannan

The New Indian Express

 

 

Haripriya Suresh

Moneycontrol

 

Veena Mani

The Times of India

 

Sai Ishwar

The Economic Times

 

Ayushman Baruah

The Financial Express

 

Haripriya Sureban

The Hindu BusinessLine

 

Jochelle Mendonca

ET Prime

 

Shouvik Das

Mint

 

Shivani Shinde

Business Standard

 

Reshab Shaw

Informist

 

Debasis Mohapatra

Deccan Herald

 

Rohit Chintapali

Businessworld

 

Harichandan Arakali

Forbes

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

A very good evening, everyone, and a very happy New Year. Thank you for joining Infosys' Third Quarter Financial Results. My name is Rishi, and on behalf of Infosys, I'd like to welcome all of you. Over the next hour with our management, we are going to have our financial results commentary. We request one question from each media house so that we can accommodate everyone over the next hour. As always, we will start with broadcast media and then move on to our other friends from media who are present here. With that, let me invite our Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Salil Parekh, for his opening remarks. Over to you, Salil.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salil Parekh

 

Thanks, Rishi. Good afternoon, and welcome to everyone who is here on the campus and everyone who is joining us online. We are delighted to share with you that our Q3 performance was strong, with year-on-year growth of 13.7%, quarter-on-quarter growth of 2.4% – this in a seasonally weak quarter for us and amid a changing global economy.

 

We continue to take market share. We continue to benefit from consolidation. Growth in Q3 was broad-based, with most industries and geographies growing in double digits in constant currency. Our large-deal value was at $3.3 bn, the highest in eight quarters. With 32 large deals, this is the largest number of large deals in a quarter in our history, 36% of this is net new. Our pipeline of large deals remains strong.

 

Our digital revenues grew at 22% in the quarter at constant currency and are now close to 63% of our overall revenue. Our core services revenue grew as well at 2.4%.

 

We are seeing growth in both areas of our business – digital and core services. This is a testament to our industry-leading digital capabilities, including our Cobalt cloud capability and our industry-leading automation capabilities, both of which are resonating with our clients.

 

Our large-deals pipeline is seeing increased traction for automation and cost-efficiency programs. Strong growth was accompanied by stable operating margins at 21.5%. This was driven by healthy revenue growth and cost optimization benefits. Our voluntary quarterly annualized attrition continues to decline. It was reduced by 6 percentage points sequentially to well below 20% for this quarter.

 

While we are encouraged by the immense confidence and trust our clients have in us, the signs around are showing a slowing global economy. Some areas such as mortgages and investment banking in the Financial Services industry, Telco, Hi-Tech, and Retail are more impacted, and that is leading to delays in decision-making and uncertainty in spending in these areas. We are confident that the strength of our digital and cloud capabilities and our automation capabilities will continue to position us well in this market. We are keeping a close watch on the global economy.

 

Our operating model and offerings are agile to deliver value for our clients in this evolving macro environment. Driven by a growth of 17.8% in constant currency for the first nine months of FY'23 and the strong large-deal value for Q3, we are increasing our revenue growth guidance, which was at 15% to 16%, we are increasing it to 16% to 16.5% for the full financial year, despite the changing global conditions. We are retaining our operating margin guidance for FY '23 at 21% to 22%. We anticipate to be at the lower end of this range. Thank you.

 

With that, Rishi, let's open up for questions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you, Salil. We will open the floor for questions. Joining Salil is Mr. Nilanjan Roy, Chief Financial Officer, Infosys.

With that, we have the first question from Ritu Singh from CNBC TV18.

 

Ritu Singh

 

Hi, thank you, you said you have increased your revenue growth guidance despite changing global conditions. What gave you this confidence? Why the revision up? What about furloughs, were they lower than what you were expecting from your comments in the last quarter?

 

Also, we have seen a significant rupee depreciation during the quarter, and yet the margins have more or less remained flat. What is the reason for that? And any visibility you have on the FY'24 growth? Because you are talking about this difficult macro environment and yet you revised up your guidance. So, what are you hearing from clients in terms of their budgets? And these large deals that you say continue to be strong in the pipeline, are you seeing more renewals or newer deals that you expect to win?

 

And a word on attrition and hiring as well – do you expect it to continue to trend lower? I think it is the lowest in the last five quarters. And also, hiring is lower than the previous quarter – is it because you are anticipating lower growth? Any comment on that as well?

 

Salil Parekh

 

Thanks for the questions. I will try to get through most of them. On some of the points on margin, Nilanjan will jump in as well.

 

On the guidance, our focus is really on what we see as we closed out the quarter. We had exceptionally strong growth QoQ 2.4%, YoY 13.7%, for the first nine months, we are at 17.8%. Then we had very strong large deals. At $3.3 bn, it is the largest we have had in eight quarters. And the number of deals is also a testament to the environment for us, at 32 deals, it was very strong. Given all of those factors, we saw that it was right to increase our guidance.

 

The point we made also is we do see that there are changes in the economic environment. We have called out, for example in Financial Services, beyond mortgages, investment banking; we have called out the Telco sector; we have called out Hi-Tech and Retail. But keeping all that in balance, there were some things that give us a lot of support while we see other factors in the environment changing. But keeping all that in balance, we were ready to increase our guidance.

 

On attrition, before we go to the margin and so on, we have seen a steady quarter-on-quarter decline for the last several quarters. We believe many of the policies we have put in place to make sure that we are more and more aligned to where our employees are focused on, is helping. And of course, the overall environment is also changing in the market. So, we see attrition continuing to go down.

 

On FY'24, we have no comments at this stage. We will absolutely look at it at the end of the quarter in Q4. On hiring, we have the number of hiring based on what we saw on the demand, and we have also had a very strong hiring for the full year in FY'23 and also before that. And we are making sure that all of that hiring goes through our various training and is ready for deployment.

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Yes. So, on margins, we are at 21.5%, and that is flat sequentially. A couple of reasons, and first you mentioned about the benefits of currency. So, we got a net benefit of about 40 basis points from currency, net of our hedges. So, that was one tailwind for us. We got another benefit of about 70 bps from our cost optimization, for instance, our subcon costs, etcetera.

 

And from a headwind perspective, there is about 30 basis points additional spend on our SG&A. And the balance, about 80 basis points, was traditional seasonality in the quarter, furloughs, partly because of our third-party costs. So, these are balance, 80 bps. So that is a broad walk about a flat 21.5% margin within our guidance, as you know, of 21%- 22%.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Anisha Jain from ET Now. Anisha sends us her questions on text. Salil, the question for you is, there has been a strong execution and deal win in Q3 that led to the guidance upgrade as well. Can we extrapolate this to believe that the client budget will be robust and double-digit revenue growth will sustain in FY'24? And could you give us a bit more insight on the trends you are witnessing in Europe and for verticals like BFSI and Hi-Tech?

 

And Nilanjan, for you, there is a question on margin, which you just answered. A follow-on question on attrition that is coming down sharply. Could there be a sharp reversal in margins from Q4 onwards? How are the pulls and pushes stacked for margins?

 

Salil Parekh

 

Thanks, Rishi. On the first part, I think we talked a little bit about why the margin was increased in terms of what we see in the environment. We are not commenting obviously on the financial year '24 and what the guidance or growth in that year will look like. What we do see in terms of demand environment is what I shared earlier. We see some areas, for example, the mortgages area or the investment banking area in financial services, we see some areas in Telco and Hi-Tech and some in Retail.

 

There is more variation we see in the European markets, more concerns on what is going on with the economy. The US market is also there, but relatively less so in the US compared to Europe. We will see how this plays out because this is not a scenario where it is the same for every industry. For example, we have seen extremely strong growth in energy, utilities, that part of our business, and we continue to see that in Q3. We saw very strong growth in manufacturing, and we continue to see some of that traction in our business in Q3.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Nilanjan, the question on margin was attrition.

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Yes, so absolutely. So one is, of course, as you know, if you have seen our utilization, in fact, that came as a headwind for us. We have built a large, fresher pipeline. They go through our training, like Salil mentioned, at Mysore. And they are on bench now. We are training them, reskilling them. And in fact, that will give us some headroom, for growth looking ahead. So, the question partly about do we need to hire more, so we have a very substantial bench. And I think our utilization at about 81.7% is one of the lowest we have had. So, we have some headroom there.

 

Looking ahead, of course, subcon costs, we have brought them down. At one stage, we used to be closer to 7% of our revenue, we are at around 8.7%; utilization is another factor. We continue to work on pricing, onsite-offshore, the pyramid itself, with the freshers coming in will help us. So, these are the levers, we will have to deploy as we look ahead, in the next few quarters.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you, Nilanjan. The next question is from Sajeet Manghat from BQ Prime. Sajeet has a couple of questions. For Salil, he wants to know, give us a sense of the demand environment in North America, UK, and Europe. And have you seen a trend of small deal sizes compared to what we saw in the last two years? Do you foresee a slowdown in deal closures?

 

Nilanjan, your question is again on margins, which has already been answered. So, I am not asking that again.

 

Salil Parekh

 

On the demand environment, similar view. I think we see different demand environment in different industries. And even within some industries, there is a variation based on the client. We are also seeing much more demand today for automation, cost efficiency, operational improvement programs.

 

The size of the deals, as we see with $3.3 bn in large deals, we have a tremendous volume, 32 of those deals for this quarter. So we do see a change in the environment. But we see that both of our engines, the one for digital and cloud driving transformation and the one for automation driving cost efficiency, both are working and growing for us.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next couple of questions are from ZEE Business, Kushal Gupta, and from Harshada Sawant from CNBC Awaaz. Both are on client and IT budget spending, which we have already answered. I will ask one question. What is the sense you are getting from your clients in terms of future pricing of deals? How concerned are you about Europe and what impact could it have on deal flows ahead?

 

Salil Parekh

 

Pricing, maybe Nilanjan will take. I will take the question on Europe.

 

Europe, I think we mentioned earlier that there are differences within the European economies. We are seeing today more economic changes in the European market relative to US. But even so, there is a factor of the industry. We are seeing good traction in some industries, for example, energy utilities, and that is across geography, while we see some constraints which are in Hi-Tech and parts of Financial Services.

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

On the pricing side I think, we have seen a much more stable pricing regime than what we have seen historically. And part of that has been the high inflation we have seen in these economies as well and also because of the compensation hike. So some of that, we are trying to work with our clients to pass that on, and we have had some successes there.

 

Of course, things like discounts have actually come down over the years. So, I think this is a discussion we have by each client, and I think that is something which we will continue to work on irrespective for the year ahead.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Reuters News from Nandan Mandayam.

 

Nandan Mandayam

 

I just want to know, how long do you expect the softness in BFSI to persist in the US? And also, if you could give us an insight into how you maintain around the same growth in Europe. And lastly, could you give us an insight into what FY'24 hiring is going to look like, both in the fresher and lateral terms? Is it going to exceed what we have seen in FY'23 so far?

 

Salil Parekh

 

So, on the BFSI, I think we do not have a definitive number in terms of when things are going to look different. Again, we see differences. There are parts of it, for example, mortgages and investment banking, where we are seeing some constraints on what they are doing with their business. There are other parts of Financial Services, which are not seeing those same constraints. We have places, where because of consolidation of partners, we are actually seeing some growth across some clients as well.

 

In terms of hiring, we have no comment today on our plans for FY'24. Those things, in any case, we will not comment on the hiring number. We will, at the end of the quarter, lay out the guidance for growth and margin for next year.

 

Nandan Mandayam

 

Inaudible question

 

Salil Parekh

 

On Europe, I think we are fortunate to see a very strong growth. We have had a good focus on that geography for the past several years, and we continue to see traction from some of the work and programs that we have started a while ago.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from The New Indian Express, Uma Kannan.

 

Uma Kannan

 

Congrats on a strong quarter. So, do you expect client spending to come down in Q4 and whether this includes reduction in workforce? And also, one more on automation that you spoke about just now. So Infosys has good capabilities on automation, AI, ML, how are you looking at this AI chat bot as you have invested in OpenAI also? So what will be the future or how does the future look like in AI? And how this will actually help in servicing your clients better?

 

Salil Parekh

 

So I think the first part of the question was more on what we see the client spend in Q4. I think our sense is the points that we have laid out with respect to different industries and different clients is what we are seeing right now in Q4. What we see going ahead, we will describe for the financial year '24 as we come to the close of this year.

 

In terms of automation, we made tremendous progress, and that is one of the reasons, because we have used artificial intelligence, machine learning, we have benefited from clients' needs to be more efficient with their technology spend. And we have been at the forefront of what is going on with automation. And that is really the reason why we see both our digital business and our core services business growing.

 

On OpenAI, several years ago, Infosys had supported this initiative in a very small way through a donation. We see the progress they have made. Huge congratulations to what they have done. We have examples where we are using ChatGPT with client situations, that is starting to further increase productivity and automation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Haripriya Suresh from Moneycontrol.

 

Haripriya Suresh

 

Hi, good evening. I have one follow-up on ChatGPT. Just wanted to understand if Infosys at some point – I know OpenAI has since shifted from nonprofit to for-profit – will Infosys look at putting more money? And how do you think it will impact coding and service delivery as well?

 

Another question is you had a very strong quarter, but do you think we will go back to a single-digit growth? And Nilanjan, just wanted to ask, last quarter, you had mentioned that in H1 FY'23, you had hired 40,000 freshers. 50,000 was the target for this year. How many freshers were hired in Q3? And has that target been revised? Thank you.

 

Salil Parekh

 

On the first one, I think we have a huge focus and commitment through the past several years on automation, artificial intelligence, machine learning. We have no plans today which relate to anything in terms of an investment in any activity. But we are looking at the way to really work with and partner with, and there are many technologies which enable a way to do low-code/no-code enhancement or efficiency of building code faster. So we are working with several of them to make sure that we work with our clients on it.

 

Haripriya Suresh

 

In terms of growth?

 

Salil Parekh

 

On growth, we do not have a guidance for FY'24 at this stage. What we have is really the focus on Q4 and for FY'23.

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Yes. On the freshers, I think the 50,000, we are short of that now, but I think we should be around that number by the time we end the year. So, we have continued to hire. Yes, I think about 46,000 we have done, if I am not mistaken.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Veena Mani from The Times of India.

 

Veena Mani

 

Good evening gentlemen. So, a couple of questions on the HR front. With attrition coming down, will the pressure on giving out more bonuses and increments ease out for you? And also on this quarter's variable pay, on an organization average level, what is it going to be? And if it is 100%, what part of your workforce will be covered in that 100% variable pay bracket?

 

And, also on the utilization, excluding trainees, it is at 81.7%. Is it largely because even in the existing projects, clients want to ramp down, want to bring down the number of billed resources or why is it exactly?

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Yes, sure. So, I will take the second and then the first one. So, 81.7% utilization is largely because of our fresher's bench. That is the biggest reason and because we have been hiring so many freshers through the year and putting them into training. So, over a period of time, they will start going into production, because you cannot overnight put a new project and have them with all the freshers.

 

And like we have talked about in the past, it was an investment we are ready to make because you cannot overnight flip the model of putting freshers. And so, we are ready to make that investment and then start leading them into the production projects and rotate existing headcount. So, we are not so concerned. Over a period of time, that will start actually helping us.

 

The second thing about variable pay, we do not disclose the amount of variable pay during the quarter, and that is just something in the past we have looked at pay out to each quarter on performance.

 

Veena Mani

 

Inaudible question

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Yes, that is been going on. Yes, absolutely. In fact, one of the projects is about helping us during this attrition - this whole project internally about predictability of promotions, and that continues unabated as people reach a certain seniority. And in certain levels, we are continuing that.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Sai Ishwar from The Economic Times.

 

Sai Ishwar

 

Hi gentlemen, good evening. So Salil, in the press release, you have said you have gained market share. Could you actually explain in which markets or in which functions are you gaining market share? And, also about the deal win, it has come at an elevated number right now. So, do you think going forward, it is sustainable? And also, could you tell us what worked this time? Do you think your automation capabilities helped in terms of winning a lot of cost-based deals? Could you just give us more colour on the deal pipeline and the wins? Thank you.

 

Salil Parekh

 

So, on what are the reasons for some of these deals that we are winning or the size and scale of it, I think you are absolutely right, the automation piece, the fact that we have a real strength and industry-leading capability has absolutely helped us. We think we are gaining market share, because if you look at the growth, average growth over the last 12 months, 24 months, 36 months, including in this quarter of the industry and you look at our growth, we think we are ahead of the average. So, we are gaining market share from people who are below that average and it is in multiple areas. We have gained tremendous market share on cloud because of Cobalt, on the digital areas on data, on analytics and also on cost efficiency and automation, because we have the ability to take large platforms and programs and make them more efficient for our clients.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Ayushman Baruah from The Financial Express.

 

Ayushman Baruah

 

Hello. Hi, Salil and team, wishing you a very happy new year, first of all. So, most of the financials have been asked. So, I have something from a technology point of view. Last year, we spoke a lot about Metaverse, right? Infosys has also invested into it. So how do you see the adoption among clients? Is it still in the initial phases? Or have you seen the adoption pick up? That is one.

 

And number two is that last year, we also heard a lot about moonlighting, right? So over these months, has Infosys firmed up any policies around moonlighting yet?

 

Salil Parekh

 

So, on Meta, I think we are starting to see, as we discussed last time, some projects, some programs, especially as it relates to AR, VR in the manufacturing context, on a shop floor context, in an education training context and maintenance context. It is small right now, so it is not a large part of what we do, but we are seeing a steady sort of improvement on that.

 

On people doing gig work, we have made a clear statement a while ago. We are very much of that same view. We have built internal capabilities to support that. We have had a program, which internally we call Accelerate, which was put in place some years ago. And that program is being used to make sure it is done. We want to ensure, while doing all of that, client confidentiality is always maintained. But outside of that, we want to make sure that the employees have the ability to do some of this to improve and enhance their learning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Haripriya Sureban from The Hindu BusinessLine.

 

Haripriya Sureban

 

Hi guys. Salil, you spoke about client spending. But specifically, when it comes to cloud, we hear that people are taking a re-look at their cloud spend and maybe even rethinking how much they are spending on it. So, what is it that you see on that front? What is your reading on it? And given the current environment, are customers looking at vendor consolidation? And would that be helping you going forward? Thanks.

 

Salil Parekh

 

On cloud, it is a significant part of what we see within our digital portfolio. We have seen good growth in digital all through the year and including in Q3. We do not split out the cloud growth specifically, but it is in good shape for us as the cloud business is growing based on Cobalt.

 

Overall, we have seen that there is a focus in some of the industry or some verticals that I mentioned earlier, where there is more attention to what should be done with these transformation programs and much more focus now on how to be more cost efficient. So that is going on as an overlay, but the cloud remains a strong part across all industries.

 

Haripriya Sureban

 

And on vendor consolidation?

 

Salil Parekh

 

On vendor consolidation, we see a tremendous benefit for us. We see many large enterprises are starting to look at things which are more in selecting a very small set of partners. And in many of those cases, Infosys becomes the preferred partner for our clients.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. We will move on to the next set of questions from journalists who have sent on text.

 

The first is from Jochelle Mendonca from ET Prime. Jochelle's question is one thing that we have seen is Salesforce talking about a slowdown and there is talk about a slowdown on the hyperscaler side as well. Given that you are a strategic partner to these companies, what are you hearing from them and your clients about the cloud, which has been a big driver of growth?

 

And the other question is, given the uncertainty, could you give any colour on how close to the growth your customer teams or any steps that you have taken to be able to capitalize when we see an upturn?

 

Salil Parekh

 

On the cloud, I think it is similar to what we were just sort of mentioning. Essentially, there is still emphasis on what is going on with the cloud. There are just different parts of the industries that are doing things differently. So, if you look at, for example, in energy or utilities clients, if you look at manufacturing, we see a huge movement today already with cloud with all of the components of our Cobalt capability. But in some other industries, it is less so. And therefore, overall, there is obviously less in that.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

The other one was on the uncertainty. Could you give any colour on how close to the growth your customer teams or any steps that you have taken to be able to capitalize for the time when we see an upturn?

 

Salil Parekh

 

So there, I think we are positioned well with the fact that we have a very strong digital transformation capability. And even today as our clients are looking at it, that capability will become more and more critical as and when the overall economy also changes. And in that same time, the focus on cost efficiency will give us benefit. That is something that we can work on with clients to rationalize what they are doing with their spend across the technology platform.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Shouvik Das from Mint.

 

Salil, for you the question is, the per employee consolidated revenue declined further to $54,000 level, down over 6% Y-o-Y. Does this show that employee costs have still remained high in the sector despite falling attrition rate? And is this something that we expect to see in the coming quarters as well?

 

For Nilanjan, a couple of questions. You have raised guidance for FY'23 on the back of a strong quarter. However, the number of active $100 million-plus customers reduced by one during the quarter. Is that a factor of uncertainty coming from North America and Europe? And do you expect large deals to remain muted or even decline through the next quarter? This was already asked.

 

And there is another question. Revenue from India saw a 5.4% Y-o-Y constant currency decline, while the rest of the world, including Europe saw growth. What is the reason for such movement in market metrics?

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Okay. So, I will start with India. So, India is a very small portion with about 2.5% of our global business is from India. And a lot of the work we do with our clients is also volume and transaction-led. So, you will see these pluses and minuses on a quarter basis on the growth figure. But like as I again said, it is only 2.5% approximately our revenue.

 

The second one was about the revenue per person. I think that is just a reflection of our utilization over the year, which was about 88%, and now we are at 81%. So that is just the math of the overall RPP as such. So, our margins have, like I said, quarter-on-quarter, remained stable. So that’s a different way to look at the metric because we have also hired freshers during this time, who are sitting on bench and are in training in Mysore. But from a productive perspective, we have seen that utilization factor come down by only about one and a half percent during the quarter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Shivani Shinde from Business Standard. In continuation to the earlier question on cloud, can you give some colour on cloud deals? If cost transformation deals have gone up, why is the core revenue down in reported terms? Also, can you give some colour on the TCVs won this quarter?

 

Salil Parekh

 

On the deals, first, the reported terms have a lot of currency in it. So, we always look at our business on a constant currency terms. We think that’s a metric, which is more stable and more indicative of how the underlying business is doing. So, the key for us there is the core is growing this quarter on a constant currency basis.

 

We don’t typically give out the average TCV on our deals. The reality is we have a huge large-deals number at $3.3 bn, and that makes a big difference as we look ahead into what is going on with the future of the business. On cloud deals, those really come back to what is the view of individual clients and within industries what’s happening and then the overlay of the cloud as an ecosystem.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Reshab Shaw from the Informist. For Salil, you said Europe sees more stress, but segment revenue shows the region's share of revenue is going up. Going forward, do you see that changing? And what are the reasons that drove large deals even as you said there were delays in decision-making?

 

Salil Parekh

 

On Europe, to the earlier question about what is the overall economic environment like. We see the economic environment across the world slowing. Within that, relatively, Europe seems to be more slowing than the US today. For our own work, Europe is very strong. We have had a really good platform there, put in place over the last 18-24 months. And we are seeing the benefits of that coming through today and also some of the large programs that we launched in that last 18-24 months' time frame.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Debasis Mohapatra from Deccan Herald.

 

For Nilanjan, despite a fall in attrition and benefits coming from operational efficiency, why did operating margin not improve in Q3? Are large deals margin-dilutive in nature? When can we see revenue per employee inching up?

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

Yes. So, I think I have answered many of those. So, we have given our margin walk on 21.5% sequentially as well.

 

And the other one - large deals continue to perform well. You will see our overall strategy over the last four years since the large-deal strategy was put in place. At 21.5%, we are actually well above where we started around FY'20. So, despite all the large deals, we have seen that, as we go through the deal cycles, we have seen the improvement in margins. And of course, new deals come into the funnel with lower margins, but that is a mechanism we have actually mastered, and I think that is something which we do every day.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Rohit Chintapali from Businessworld. This is a similar question in case you want to add any more colour to it. Your revenues from North America have declined sequentially and they have improved only marginally in Europe in Q3. This is in line with ICRA's report that predicts moderation of growth in the IT sector over the medium term. How do you plan to address these key markets as you expect tough times ahead?

 

Nilanjan Roy

 

If you look at our constant currency, we have grown in all the three geographies as Rest of the World, in Europe and in North America. Of course, the growth rates are different. But we are seeing a very strong pipeline in all the markets, like Salil has mentioned.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. The next question is from Harichandan Arakali from Forbes. Two questions. One is on hiring in the context of looming recession that I think, gentlemen, you have answered. The next question is, while there is the nuance of Infosys Cobalt and other such capabilities which may be useful to clients, overall, what does the recruiting scene look like in the coming few months?

 

Salil Parekh

 

On recruitment, I think we have already mentioned – first that we are increasing our growth guidance. We have talked about the recruitment that we have done across this year already. And as we see the demand environment building up, as we see utilization inching up, we will make sure that the recruitment utilization and the way we are training all of the college graduates makes it an efficient model for us to grow with them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rishi Basu

 

Thank you. With that, we come to the end of this Q&A session and the press conference. We thank our friends from media for joining us today. Thank you, Salil, thank you, Nilanjan.

 

Before we conclude, please note that the archived webcast of this press conference will be available on the Infosys website and on our YouTube channel later today.

 

Thank you very much and have a good evening.

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.4

Fact Sheet

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Exhibit 99.5
Earnings Call

 

 

Infosys Earnings Call Q3 FY23

January 12, 2023

 

 

CORPORATE PARTICIPANTS

 

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director

 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Sandeep Mahindroo

Financial Controller & Head Investor Relations

 

 

analystS / INVESTORS

 

Nitin Padmanabhan

Investec

 

Bryan Bergin

Cowen

 

Apurva Prasad

HDFC Securities

 

Mukul Garg

Motilal Oswal Financial Services

 

Sudheer Guntupalli

Kotak Mahindra AMC

 

Moshe Katri

Wedbush Securities

 

Pankaj Kapoor

CLSA

 

Ankur Rudra

J.P. Morgan

 

Vibhor Singhal

Nuvama Equities

 

Sameer Dosani

ICICI Prudential AMC

 

Rahul Jain

Dolat Capital

 

Girish Pai

Nirmal Bang Securities

 

 

 

Moderator

Ladies and gentlemen good day and welcome to the Infosys Limited Earnings Conference Call. As a reminder all participant lines will be in the listen-only mode. Should you need assistance during the conference call, please signal and operator by pressing "*" and then "0" on your touchtone telephone. After today's presentation there will be an opportunity to ask question. To ask a question you may press "*" then "1" on your telephone keypad. To withdraw your question please press "*" then "2". Please note that this conference is being recorded. I now hand the conference over to Mr. Sandeep Mahindroo. Thank you, and over to you, Sir!

 

 

 

Sandeep Mahindroo

Thanks, Inba. Hello, everyone, and welcome to Infosys earnings call to discuss Q3 FY23 financial results. Let me start by wishing everyone a very happy New Year.

Joining us here on this call is CEO and MD, Mr. Salil Parekh; CFO, Mr. Nilanjan Roy and other members of the senior management team. We will start the call with some remarks on the performance of the company by Salil and Nilanjan, subsequent to which we will open up the call for questions.

Kindly note that anything which we say that refers to our future outlook is a forward-looking statement that must be read in conjunction with the risks that the company faces. A full statement and explanation of these risks is available in our filings with the SEC, which can be found on www.sec.gov.

I would now like to pass on the call to Salil.

 

 

 

Salil Parekh

Thanks, Sandeep. Good evening and good morning to everyone on the call. Thank you for joining us.

We are delighted to share with you that our Q3 performance was strong with year-on-year growth of 13.7% and quarter-on-quarter growth of 2.4%. This performance was in a seasonally weak quarter for us and amid a changing global economy. We continue to gain market share.

Growth in Q3 was broad-based, with most industries and geographies growing in double digits in constant currency. Growth in constant currency for nine months of FY23 was 17.8% compared to the same period of FY22. Our large deal value was $3.3 bn, the highest in eight quarters. With 32 large deals, this is the largest number of large deals in our history, 36% of this is net new. Our pipeline of large deals remain strong.

Our digital revenue grew at 22% in the quarter in constant currency and are now close to 63% of our overall revenue. Our core services revenue grew at 2.4%. We are seeing growth in both areas of our business, digital and core services. This is a testament to our industry-leading digital capabilities, including our Cobalt Cloud capability and our industry-leading automation capabilities, both of which are resonating with our clients.

Our large deal pipeline is seeing increased traction for automation and cost efficiency programs. Our results reflect our deep-rooted client relationships, coupled with client-centric strategy, differentiated digital and cloud capabilities, strength in automation and the ability to pivot our business rapidly to changing client needs.

Our cloud revenues continue to have healthy growth this quarter. Our clients are focused on accelerating the digital and cloud transformation, both to grow and to become operationally more efficient. They trust us to partner with them through the complexity of managing this change because of our differentiated capabilities. Our industry-leading cloud offering, Cobalt, is playing a key role in helping them navigate the digital transformation.

Two examples of this,

-Cobalt is helping accelerate business growth and resilience for a large telco and making their decision-making more data driven.
-We are supporting a leading aerospace company by automation of their customer experience area, leveraging a modernized technology infrastructure, driving material cost efficiency.

 

Strong growth was accompanied by stable operating margin at 21.5%. This was driven by healthy revenue growth and cost optimization benefits. Our operating margin for the first nine months of FY23 was at 21%, in-line with our margin guidance.

Our voluntary quarterly annualized attrition continues to decline steadily and reduced by 6 percentage points sequentially to well below 20% for this quarter.

We are encouraged by the immense confidence and trust that clients have in us. The signs around us, around the slowing global economy are visible. Some areas such as mortgages and investment banking and financial services industry, telco, high-tech and retail are more impacted and that is leading to delays in decision-making and uncertainty in spending in these areas. We are confident that the strength of our digital and cloud capabilities and our automation capabilities will continue to position us well in the market. We are keeping a close watch on the global economy.

Driven by our growth of 17.8% in constant currency for the first nine months of FY23 and strong large deal value for Q3, we are increasing our revenue growth guidance, which was at 15% to 16% earlier to 16% to 16.5%, despite the changing global economic conditions. We are retaining our operating margin guidance for FY23 at 21% to 22%. We anticipate to be at the lower end of this range.

Thank you. And with that, let me request Nilanjan to share other updates.

 

 

 

Nilanjan Roy

Thanks, Salil. Good evening, everyone and thank you for joining this call. Let me start by wishing everyone a very happy and safe 2023.

Q3 was another quarter of resilient performance. Our revenue grew by 13.7% year-on-year and 2.4% sequentially in constant currency terms, despite seasonal weakness. Most of our business segments and geos grew in double digits year-on-year in constant currency. Specifically, manufacturing grew by 36.8%, EURS by 25.9% and Europe grew by 25.3%.

Digital revenues constitute 62.9% of total revenues and grew by 21.7% year-on-year in constant currency. Core revenue saw another quarter of growth reflecting the accelerated client focus on cost take-out.

Client metrics continue to remain strong with year-on-year increases in client counts across revenue buckets. Number of $50 mn clients increased by 15 to 79, number of $200 mn clients increased by 5, while number of $300 mn clients increased by 3 over the same quarter last year, reflecting our strong ability to mine top clients. During the quarter, we added 134 new clients.

Utilization, excluding trainees, reduced to 81.7%, reflecting seasonality and employees joining the bench post completion of their training. On-site effort mix remained stable at 24.5%.

Quarterly annualized attrition continued to trend downwards and reduced further by another 6% during the quarter. This is the lowest quarterly annualized attrition in the past seven quarters. Consequently, LTM attrition reduced to 24.3% as compared to 27.1% in Q2. We expect attrition to reduce further in the near-term.

Revenue growth was 17.8% in constant currency terms over nine months FY23. Operating margin for the same period was 21.0%, in-line with the lower-end of our full year guidance as called out earlier.

Q3 operating margin remained steady at 21.5%. The major components of QoQ margin movement are as follows:

Tailwinds of

-approximately 40 basis points due to benefits from Rupee depreciation and cross currency, offset by lower benefits from revenue hedges.
-70 basis points from cost optimization, including lower subcon.

This was offset by headwinds of

-30 basis points from higher SG&A and
-the balance 80 basis points due to seasonal weakness in operating parameters, higher third-party costs, furloughs etcetera.

 

Q3 EPS grew by 13.4% in Rupee terms on a YoY basis.

DSO increased by three days sequentially to 68, reflecting higher billing during the quarter. Our balance sheet continues to remain strong and debt-free. ROE increased by 2.2% YoY to 32.6%. Free cash flow for the quarter was $576 mn, a conversion of 72% of net profit. YTD FCF was $1.8 bn, which is implying a conversion of 81% of net profits.

Yield on cash balances increased to 6.3% in Q3. Q3 marked the 30th consecutive quarter of delivering positive forex income despite the volatile currency environment. Consolidated cash and investments declined from $4.79 bn last quarter to $3.91 bn, consequent to $1.32 bn being returned to investors towards interim dividend and buyback.

We initiated the buyback on December 7th and till date have bought back $31.3 mn shares worth ₹4,790 crores or 51.5% of the total authorization of ₹9,300 crores at an average price of approximately ₹1,531 per share compared to the maximum buyback price of ₹1,850 per share.

Coming to segment performance

We signed 32 large deals in Q3, which is the highest ever. TCV was $3.3 bn, the highest in the last eight quarters with 36% net new. 7 large deals were in Retail, 6 each in Financial Services and Communications, 5 each in EURS and Manufacturing, 2 in Life Sciences and 1 in Hi-Tech. Region-wise, this was split by 25 in the Americas, 5 in Europe and 2 in the rest of the world.

Growth in Financial Services was impacted due to a higher-than-normal furloughs and some specific project closures. Deal pipeline continue to be strong and oriented towards cost takeout and tech/ops transformation transformation. Our competitive position in the industry as demonstrated in the past years, remains very strong.

Retailers are seeing uncertainty on consumer spending as a result of high inflation, high interest rates and softer economy. However, at the same time, direct-to-consumer and digital commerce are opening up many new opportunities on the back of our growing presence in leading e-commerce platforms and also our very own Infosys Equinox.

We have healthy deal flow in the Communications segment, along with continued steady pipeline. However, cost pressures and economic concerns continue on the client side impacting discretionary budgets.

Energy, Utility, Resources and Services Segment reported strong growth along with healthy level of large deal wins during the quarter. The deal pipeline is strong and on increasing trend versus the previous quarter, given medium-term growth visibility.

Manufacturing segment continues to be robust, supported by healthy pipeline of deals in both traditional and new technology areas. We are helping clients across engineering, IoT, supply chain, cloud ERP and digital transformation, including helping clients accelerate their journey to the cloud.

We continue to see caution around budget and spending for consumers in the Hi-tech segment, especially around discretionary spend areas.

For Digital service capabilities in Q3, we have been ranked as leader in 7 ratings for our cloud services, digital engineering services and Salesforce implementation services. We have also been positioned as a major player in 7 ratings for our IoT and engineering, security and automation services.

We believe, the structural levers for medium to long-term growth for the industry remains intact and Infosys is well positioned to support its customers in their transformational journey.

With strong revenue performance in the first nine months of the year, the revenue guidance for FY23 has changed to 16% - 16.5%. Operating margin guidance band remains at 21% - 22% for the year. And as mentioned previously, we expect to be at the lower end of the range.

With that, we can open the call for questions.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you very much. We will now begin the question-and-answer session. The first question is from the line of Moshe Katri from Wedbush Securities. Please go ahead. It looks like Mr. Katri’s line is dropped. In the meanwhile, we will move to our next question, that is from the line of Nitin Padmanabhan from Investec. Please go ahead.

Nitin Padmanabhan

Yes. Hi, good evening and thank you for the opportunity. My question was around the increase in cost of software packages, that is up by almost $69 mn sequentially. How should we think of this cost, do you think this incremental $69 mn will be a sticky number out there or do you think it’s sort of representing the headwind -- instead come-off going forward? And is this sort of a pass-through in nature, that is the second sort of clarification on the same thing? Thank you.

Nilanjan Roy

Yes, Nitin. So the $69 mn is a combination of software, it is other deals which we do which have DaaS etcetera. It could be infrastructure. So, these are part of our integrated services offering. These come with both manpower component and sometimes they also come with an attachment of these services. So that is the way we do it. It’s an integral part of our service offering.

We have to see where we end up for Q4, but I think, this is part of our overall offering and it is actually giving us traction in the market in many of our service lines.

Nitin Padmanabhan

Sure. So it is a pass-through in nature in a way, is that correct? And basically, at least earlier in the past, we have suggested that the new level would sort of sustain. So, in the new operating model, this is sort of sticky thing that continues, is that assessment fair – longer time?

Nilanjan Roy

Like I said this is integrated with our services offering, so they are not just standalone deals we do, they come with the service element as well. So that is the way you have to look at these deals.

Nitin Padmanabhan

Sure, fair enough. Thank you so much and all the best.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Bryan Bergin from Cowen. Please go ahead.

Bryan Bergin

Hi, good evening. Thank you. Why don’t you just clarify some comments around demand? I am curious, if you would say there is a material change in the way that clients are behaving now versus three months ago, in your reported 2Q, because the areas you are citing weakness, I think were the same ones, the pockets of weakness that you talked about. I am really just trying to understand if you think there has been a real change to spending and contracting there or more broadly the same?

Salil Parekh

Hi, thanks for the question. What we are seeing today, in addition to what we said last quarter, for example in financial services beyond mortgages, we see the investment banking side of our clients as well are showing an impact of the economic environment; and they are in telco, hi-tech and retail, in some clients. So, we do not see a material change, but there are within financial services one more area that we see some of the impact coming in.

Having said that, we have, for example clients in energy or utilities or manufacturing, those industries are still looking quite strong in terms of their outlook.

Bryan Bergin

Okay, that is helpful. And then on the large deals, the renewals were a big component of that TCV and you have also cited benefits from consolidation in the commentary, are you taking any different approach as it relates to proactive renewals to try to drive more vendor consolidation opportunities?

Salil Parekh

Some large deals, as you pointed out, we have had a very strong result, $3.3 bn and 32 deals. We see the focus which we had on transformation continue. But outside of the industries that we discussed before, where there is some impact, we see huge cost automation, cost efficiency plays across all industry segments. And there, we have, we believe, very strong capability, which is helping us. And within all of those discussions, we see areas where there is vendor consolidation. The approach we have put in place is similar to what we have had in the past. However, we see, given our market share gain over the last several quarters, many clients are looking at us, when they start to narrow the list in their vendor consolidation.

Bryan Bergin

Okay. Thank you very much.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. The next question is from the line of Apurva Prasad from HDFC Securities. Please go ahead.

Apurva Prasad

Good evening. Thank you for taking my question. Salil, I'm not asking for any guidance for '24 or ahead, but would appreciate your comments. And generally, the visibility that you have for the year ahead, so how different would it be versus typically this time of the year? So perhaps any comments on pipeline or pipeline-to-TCV conversion?

Salil Parekh

Thanks for the question. I think, as you rightly said, we are not in a position to provide the guidance for the year, which starts in April. Pipeline, we have a very strong large deals pipeline. So we are feeling good that the pipeline is at a level which is in good shape. We see good traction of large deals, and we have seen more-and-more relevance, connect with our clients on the cost efficiency and automation plays and in the areas, in the industries where there is economics support, a good traction of Cobalt and the digital transformation plays. So the pipeline is looking quite good today, based on what we see in the deals flow.

Apurva Prasad

Got it. And Salil, we called out IB, mortgage and parts of telecom, hi-tech and retail, is there any vertical trend for deals between transformation, the ones that are transformation in nature and deals that are more on the cost optimization across verticals?

And the second part to that is, do you see any moderation in new client acquisition channel with more vendor consolidation deals happening? This was something which had very strong traction more recently.

Salil Parekh

On the first part, we see some of the growth transformation plays impacted in those industries that we talked about, for example, mortgage, investment banking, retail, hi-tech, etcetera. The cost efficiency plays everywhere. So we see that even in programs let's say, in the energy sector or manufacturing. There, and in many places, we see essentially clients looking to use the cost efficiency to fund the transformation because in many cases, they still need to drive digital or cloud transformation to keep their market growth or their client connect, customer connect going. So that is how we see that play right now.

Apurva Prasad

And Salil, on the other part on the new client acquisition, with more vendor consolidation rates.

Salil Parekh

Yes, there on new clients, we have seen -- while we don't disclose the number, we have seen a very good new client acquisition in Q3. And on vendor consolidation -- there's no contradiction in there to at least -- both are carrying on within our sales expansion, new client acquisition continues to be important as well. What we are seeing is on several discussions, clients are looking, especially if they have six or seven vendors, they want to narrow it down to one or two or three, and we are appearing to be beneficiaries in quite a few of those discussions.

Apurva Prasad

Got it. Thank you and all the best.

Salil Parekh

Thank you.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Mukul Garg from Motilal Oswal Financial Services. Please go ahead.

Mukul Garg

Sure. So Salil, I have two questions. First, on the strong TCV wins this quarter. Can you at least qualify how much of the strength was on account of share gains, which you guys have made, versus the resilience, which is there on the technology spend? Because if you look at the broader market commentary, and you have also highlighted retail as one of the weaker areas, whereas you got seven large deals in retail. So if you can just help us break out these two, to get a sense of the deals win momentum?

Salil Parekh

I think the large deal momentum for us is really a function of what we have seen that we have put in place, we still, within this mix of $3.3 bn, have digital transformation deal, and we have cost efficiency automation deals. What we mean by some of the industry callouts, for example, retail or telco, is, there are some clients, it is not everyone in that industry, but there are some clients which are getting impacted by the economic environment. We have been quite focused, we have a broader portfolio. So for example, you saw that in retail, we have those large deals there, it is a mix between transformation and cost efficiency automation. And so many times when clients feel an impact of the economic environment, there might be a greater need for the cost efficiency play as well. So we are ensuring that both of those engines continue to work well with our clients.

Mukul Garg

Right. And another question was on the margin side. You guided for margins of 21%-22% band, with margins towards the lower end. Can you just help us with the -- what are the pools which you are seeing on profitability, given that the supply scenario is easing rapidly? Is there some portion of the pressure which is on account of the higher share of cost efficiency deals, which you guys are winning with initial ramp-up cost? Because if you look at Q4, obviously, Q3 also had the pass-through business, which got impacted. I'm assuming, as Nilanjan mentioned, there was some seasonality into that.

Nilanjan Roy

Yes. So I think like we mentioned, the reason for Q3 margins, we have already given the breakdown. So as we look ahead, see the levers which we have, one is, utilization. And you have seen at 81.7% - this is probably, I think, one of the lowest in the last three to four years since I've been here. So that is one lever which we will have.

And as we start putting these freshers onto the production floor, you will automatically get a pyramid benefit. So that will be a double value benefit for us.

We also have subcons today, we have dramatically reduced our subcons literally in three quarters. We were 11% plus, we are at 8.7%. Historically, we have been at 7%. If you look at our pricing, it has been quite stable. And historically, this is one lever which always used to drag down, repeatedly, due to discounts on renewals, et cetera. And as of now, we have not seen that at all. We continue to push with clients on where all we can get price increases.

Automation – in terms of our own workforce continuing to operate that and that is a steady lever which we have. So we are continuing to use these levers as we look ahead, and we will continue to deploy them.

Mukul Garg

Right. So, is it fair to assume that we should see at least better profitability in the next quarter, given that we have a number of levers with us?

Nilanjan Roy

So we have given a guidance for the year. You have seen in the first nine months, and that should give a good indication of what could Q4 be.

Mukul Garg

Fair enough. Thanks for taking my question. I’ll get back into the queue.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Sudheer Guntupalli from Kotak Mahindra Asset Management. Please go ahead.

Sudheer Guntupalli

Good evening gentlemen. Thanks for the opportunity and congrats on a good quarter. Salil, during some of the previous macro uncertainties like Brexit, within a few weeks of the vote, we had seen some of our large clients canceling and ramping down projects. This time, even on the tough comps, the pace of growth moderation is much lower than what many people have been anticipating.

And many forward-looking indicators like deal wins, pipeline and CIO surveys still continue to be very strong, even 11, 12 months into this macro concerns. So having seen the previous three to four macro downturns, how do you nuance the current cycle, especially on the variable of the resilience of IT service spends?

Salil Parekh

So, thanks for the question. It's always difficult to compare across cycles. From the perspective of Infosys, my sense is what you mentioned earlier, we are still seeing the pace of change when there is change within an industry or a client to be not rapid. And we are also seeing that the opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency are expanding within the work that we are doing. So in many ways, we are in a good position to be able to work on both sides.

And so while it is difficult to predict what the way the situation in the economy will evolve, we feel quite balanced. Our sales team is quite agile. We have pivoted quite quickly and developed various points of view on different efficiency scenarios in different industries that we feel comfortable that the pipeline is looking good at this stage, and we will continue to work on that.

Sudheer Guntupalli

Sure. Thanks Salil. So, is it a right understanding to say that we are now in a much better position to navigate this macro weakness, probably through more than enough compensation from the cost efficiency deal and vendor consolidation deal? Is that a correct interpretation?

Salil Parekh

The way we see it is we have both components of -- at least the two large components the clients are looking for, we have good industry-leading capability. So it's really a function of how a specific industry or subindustry or a client will evolve. But we have positioned ourselves to make sure that we can support our clients in that area.

Sudheer Guntupalli

Sure. Thanks Salil. All the best for the future.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Moshe Katri from Wedbush Securities. Please go ahead.

Moshe Katri

Thank you, and happy New Year, and congrats on strong execution in a pretty tough environment. I have a three-part question. First, March guidance upgrades is pretty unusual from a seasonality perspective and given the macro concerns. So it seems like you have better visibility, now, can you share any views on the budget cycle itself? We were kind of concerned over slippages, maybe a month or two, budget delays. Are you seeing any of that or you think that budget will be awarded or finalized as on time this time?

Salil Parekh

Thanks Moshe. On the budget, so far, we have seen, in some clients and especially in the industries we have called out, some areas where there has been slowness in deciding or some changes, especially on some discretionary work. So we mentioned hi-tech, for example or mortgages or bank, investment banking. So all of those ones that we mentioned before.

But we don't see a broad-based change. Equally, we do see good behavior with the budgets moving ahead as in the past, with energy, utilities, manufacturing. So, it is not like one answer that it’s a little bit by industry or sub industry somewhat different.

Moshe Katri

Understood. And then you, in the press conference, you mentioned that about a 1/3 of your new or 1/3 of TCV came in from new logos. Can you remind us, is this within the range of what you've seen in the past in terms of mix of new logos versus renewals?

Salil Parekh

Referring to the large deals, $3.3 bn, there was 36% net new. That is in the range where we do - some quarters it's lower, some quarters higher, but these numbers are not unusual.

Moshe Katri

Okay. And then the final question is for Nilanjan. When we met in Bangalore back in December, you pointed to pivot in the nature of the new deals flow towards, as you said, cost optimizations and vendor consolidation. Obviously, this is what you're seeing. Are these deals typically less dependent on clients' budgets, given the fact that you're taking over a specific function with the objective of reducing delivery costs? And is there any difference in profitability levels here in terms of these projects versus some of these projects that you've been doing in the past few years? Thank you.

Salil Parekh

So in that, I think the way you described it, these are not fully correlated with the budget of a client. In many instances these are areas where given the evolving economic situation, clients are looking to reduce their tech spend across the enterprise, in many cases, use some of that savings to fund transformation programs. It sometimes gets coupled with vendor consolidation. So let’s say – there are clients who may have five or six vendors and when we benefit from the consolidation we see tremendous efficiency that can be created. Our automation tools become quite useful. We typically add automation on our ongoing programs, which give an annual benefit. But when we see something of scale where we have not been involved earlier, we have an ability to provide a much greater benefit. In aggregate, the profitability of these deals is within the range of the rest of our company and especially has been more-and-more over time leverage the automation tools and our capabilities, we see these becoming stable high profit deals.

Moshe Katri

That is very helpful. Thank you.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Pankaj Kapoor from CLSA. Please go ahead.

Pankaj Kapoor

Yes. Hi. Thanks for the opportunity. So, my first question is on the smaller deals, which are less than, say, $50 mn TCV. If you can give some qualitative color on how your win and pipeline in that basket has been moving? Is it higher, lower versus, say, what it was six months back?

Salil Parekh

Thanks for the question. We don’t typically disclose much about those deals. Overall, we have a good healthy pipeline while we publicly disclose more about the larger deals.

Pankaj Kapoor

Understood. And Salil my second question is on these cost takeout deals. Can you give some sense on how the pricing in such deals behaving? Are you seeing the pressure there more than normal, either because clients are pushing for more discounts or because of competitive intensity?

Salil Parekh

So there, the pricing in Q3, we have seen quite stable within the mix, we have not seen a change. Typically, it is really a function of what type of focus that clients have, which industry they are in, as we have not seen, at least in Q3, in the deals that we have closed in the discussion we have had, a big change on that. It looks stable at this stage.

Pankaj Kapoor

Thank you and wish you all the best for ’24.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Ankur Rudra from J.P. Morgan. Please go ahead.

Ankur Rudra

Hi, thank you and congratulations on strong headline numbers there. I'm going to try Pankaj's question in a different way. You mentioned in previous calls that the mix of deals was changing in favor of smaller deals. And that is why the headline, TCV was declining, but growth was still quite healthy. This time, of course, both have done well. Do you think the mix of deals is still the same as it was in the last year before this quarter?

Salil Parekh

Hi, Ankur this is Salil. I am not clear on the mix of deals on the previous discussions. But just looking backwards, we see the mix of deals remaining in good shape across the board. There are some quarters in which there are disproportionate number of larger-sized deals. But in general, we do not have a pattern in that, at least that is evident in Q3 here.

Ankur Rudra

Okay. All right. The next question I wanted to check, Salil, again, was on the US business. The headline growth seems to sort of slipped down to close to low double digits, whereas the Y/Y growth has been led by very strong performance in Europe and manufacturing.

Do you worry about the US business it is sort of slower than Europe it is not the case in the rest of the industry then many of your peers?

Salil Parekh

So there, Ankur, our view is, we have had very strong growth in the US at over 10% in Q3 in constant currency. Europe, of course, has been a standout in the growth that we have had. We feel the traction, the pipeline, the work remains pretty strong, as we have described earlier, across the two dimensions, transformation and cost, across the geographies.

If you look at the economic situation, we do see the European side a little more impacted, but we see good traction on the pipeline on both sides. We had a very successful Europe program over the last 18, 24 months, and that is also helping us with the growth in this quarter.

Nilanjan Roy

I mean out of our 32 large deals this quarter, 25 were actually in the Americas. So I think -- just to, show that we have a very strong pipeline there.

Ankur Rudra

Understood. Maybe a last question over here was on pricing and contract profitability in the projects you are winning right now, especially the large number of big deals this time you signed. How is that trending? Is that improving, staying the same or maybe becoming a bit lower than before?

Nilanjan Roy

These are for the new deal signings?

Ankur Rudra

Yes, new deal signings this quarter. How is that trending versus before?

Nilanjan Roy

No, I don't think anything is unusual. Yes, absolutely new deals, I mean since many clients want the productivity, efficiencies upfront. So we always see that the initial part of the deals will be lower-than-portfolio margins.

But like we have shown in the past, at the same time, our existing deals are reaching higher profitability, and that offsets some of this pressure which is coming from the newly signed deals, where the margins will typically be lower. But nothing unusual on the trends.

Ankur Rudra

Okay. Appreciate it. Thank you for the color and best of luck.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Vibhor Singhal from Nuvama Equities. Please go ahead.

Vibhor Singhal

Hello. Yes. Hi. Thanks for taking my question and congrats on a solid quarter. So, Salil my question -- I have just two questions. One, I wanted to basically get an idea on -- I mean you've seen attrition coming down in this quarter quite sharply. And as you mentioned in your opening remarks as well, so how do you see the trend of this attrition going forward, of course, downwards? And how do you believe the benefit of this could actually percolate to our margins? Again, not asking for objective guidance of a number. But in terms of the direction, do you think it is going to aid our margins? Or do you think most of the impact of this is already built into the numbers that we have currently?

And my second question was majorly on the geography of Europe. So just wanted to pick your brain on how the conversations with the clients are happening in that part of geography, specifically if you could maybe break up between Continental Europe, Eastern Europe and in the UK?

And which pockets of those geographies do you think are looking more softer? Or is there more of delayed decision-making in that part of the geography?

Nilanjan Roy

I'll take the first one on the lower attrition. Absolutely, we have seen this coming down. And like we said, even in the future in the next quarter, at least until -- what we are seeing the latest initial figures we are seeing this coming down.

Absolutely, this should have a positive impact on margins. I mean, during the year, whether it was stretched hiring on laterals, whether it was the compensation hikes we did, that really impacted our year-on-year margin story.

So as looking ahead in attrition, as an impact both the macroeconomic and also the internal policies we are doing in terms of promoting within, etcetera, should benefit us.

Salil Parekh

On Europe, I think the way we see - some 25% of our business in Europe, and we have a few countries. In the countries we operate in, we see some slowing, some economic impact in Germany. There is some in the UK, less so in the Nordic countries at this stage.

But overall, the coloring is a little bit more by the industries that we mentioned earlier in the call, which are across sort of on a global perspective. But relatively, Europe seems a little bit more impacted today than certainly the US.

Vibhor Singhal

Got it. If I can just maybe drill down just a little bit more, any specific color that you can provide on European Retail and European Manufacturing segments?

Salil Parekh

So there, we don't necessarily provide that much sort of granularity, same comments on a global level on manufacturing that we mentioned earlier and for energy, which is looking stronger, and more sort of, let's say, attention to the economy on retail in this case.

Vibhor Singhal

Got it. And the softness in retail, do you believe it is, as of now, confined to the retail stores and maybe percolate, and you could in your discussion with clients, do you see percolating down to the CPG companies and probably other ones as well? But as of now, if you it is limited to more of the retail stores that we are talking about?

Salil Parekh

So within retail, we have not called out any specific subsegment, at least in our commentary. We have not gone down to that granularity in our public statements.

Vibhor Singhal

All right. Got it. Thanks for taking my questions and wish you all the best.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Sameer Dosani from ICICI Prudential Asset Management. Please go ahead.

Sameer Dosani

Thanks a lot. Just one question around Europe again. If I look at your commentary around regions in North America versus Europe, Europe looks more cautious overall. But if I look at performance for the last few quarters, I think Europe has been performing better than North America as a whole.

So, do you think this impact of the cautiousness is yet to reflect in the numbers and you see more growth trajectory will be a little more affected, going forward, in your thoughts around that?

Salil Parekh

I think, in Europe, there is two different things. We have had a very strong Europe program, both on transformation and cost over the last 18, 24 months. So, some of that comes through in the benefits we see, even in this quarter.

The commentary or the view is more to share what we are seeing just in the economic activity. And again, we see the coloring more by industry, which is a little bit global as, opposed to just specifically across the board in a geography.

Sameer Dosani

So the outlook -- I mean, do you think the outlook that you're giving will reflect in the numbers in medium term in the next two quarters because till now, it has been an outperformer versus the overall portfolio? Thanks.

Salil Parekh

So there, we have given a view on outlook only up until March this year, so we will come up with a guidance for the next financial year at the end of this quarter.

Sameer Dosani

Okay and that is it from my side. Thanks.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Our next question is from the line of Girish Pai from Nirmal Bang Equities. Please go ahead. Mr. Girish Pai, could you please unmute and go ahead with your questions? As there is no response from this connection, we will move to our next question, that is from the line of Rahul Jain from Dolat Capital. Please go ahead.

Rahul Jain

Yes. Hi. Thanks for the opportunity. Firstly, we commented that manufacturing is doing well for us, but actually the vertical is doing exceedingly well in European region, where it is up 60% YoY, but is much weaker in the US, where it is up 7% YoY.

So, what is that we are doing so well in Europe? Is it led by a few very crucial deals? Or it's more holistic? And why it's different in the US?

Salil Parekh

So, thanks for the question. Within the industry, we don't typically comment on a client, multi-client level activity. But we do have good traction, as you pointed out, within a European business in manufacturing.

Rahul Jain

Okay. And another thing was on digital revenue. For the quarter, it is up 17% YoY or let say, CC would be 20% or 21%. This is like our slowest ever since we have been giving this time series on digital revenue. So is this a bit worrying? Or is it more because of the furlough and any other factor?

Salil Parekh

So there, it's partially due to some of the changes that we were discussing earlier where in certain industries and sub industries. We see much more attention to the economic environment. And there, we see some of the digital or transformation work being slower, where we see much more focus across the board on the cost and automation plays.

Rahul Jain

Got it. And lastly, if I can, the margin impact of furlough was too high in the quarter. How has this shaped up in the current month? Are these clients resumed to normalcy now? Or the pain remains extended in Q4 as well?

Nilanjan Roy

So we will have to see how it goes, it is a bit too early to say what is going to be the Q4 outlook on that.

Rahul Jain

Okay. That is it from my side. Thank you so much.

 

 

 

Moderator

Our next question is from the line of Girish Pai from Nirmal Bang Securities.

Girish Pai

Yes. Thank you for the opportunity. I just wanted to understand with cost optimization deals more in the pipeline and in the TCV, has the average deal tenure gone up in the last couple of quarters?

Salil Parekh

So, thanks for the question. We don’t typically comment on the deal tenure in terms of public statements.

Girish Pai

Okay, you said that the third-party items, have given you a lot of traction in terms of getting deals. Now the number has gone up from about less than 2% of revenue to almost like -- I think this quarter is -- in this quarter, it comes to almost 6.5% of revenue. Do you see this number going up in the coming quarters and years?

Nilanjan Roy

Like I said, our offering is quite holistic. In some cases, many of the cloud-based deals come with services, there could be licenses, there could be DaaS. So more and more integrated deals.

And then you go to IT as a Service, which is really sort of very holistic, we could see this. But I mean, it may vary from quarter to quarter, you could have some quarters which are up. But there's nothing to say that in the long run where this is going. It's a bit early to say that.

Girish Pai

Okay. And lastly, from a competitive landscape perspective in the vendor consolidation deals, who are the ones losing out? Are these the global MNCs or these are typically Tier 2 vendors?

Salil Parekh

Again, on those, we don't specifically comment on where we are getting the benefit of the consolidation. We are seeing some benefits coming through with large clients.

Girish Pai

Ok, thank you very much.

 

 

 

Moderator

Ladies and gentlemen, that was the last question. I now hand the conference back to the management for closing comments.

Salil Parekh

Thank you, everyone, for joining us. Fantastic to have our Q3 close out, 13.7% growth, 21.5% operating margin, $3.3 bn in large deals, very happy with that outcome.

We can see a guidance increase on our growth for that. And we can see both sides of our business on transformation, digital work and core services, cost automation working well.

And so we feel good with the current environment and how we can play and support our clients on both sides.

Thank you all for joining us, and we look forward to catching up during the quarter. Thank you.

 

 

 

Moderator

Thank you. Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of Infosys Limited, that concludes this conference. Thank you for joining us, and you may now disconnect your lines.

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.6
Form of Release to Stock Exchanges

 

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON THE AUDIT OF THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL RESULTS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Opinion

 

We have audited the accompanying Statement of Consolidated Financial Results of INFOSYS LIMITED (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (the Company and its subsidiaries together referred to as the “Group”) for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, (the “Statement”) being submitted by the Company pursuant to the requirements of Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as amended (the “Listing Regulations”).

 

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the Statement:

 

i.includes the results of the entities as given in the Annexure to this report;
ii.is presented in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations; and
iii.gives a true and fair view in conformity with the recognition and measurement principles laid down in the Indian Accounting Standard 34 “Interim Financial Reporting” (“Ind AS 34”) prescribed under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the “Act”) read with relevant rules issued thereunder and other accounting principles generally accepted in India of the consolidated net profit and consolidated total comprehensive income and other financial information of the Group for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (“SA”s) specified under Section 143(10) of the Act. Our responsibilities under those Standards are further described in Auditor’s Responsibilities for audit of the consolidated financial results section of our report. We are independent of the Group in accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (“ICAI”) together with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 under the provisions of the Act and the Rules thereunder, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements and the ICAI’s Code of Ethics. We believe that the audit evidence obtained by us is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

 

Management’s Responsibilities for the Consolidated Financial Results

 

This Statement, which is the responsibility of the Company’s Management and approved by the Company’s Board of Directors, has been compiled from the related audited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022. This responsibility includes the preparation and presentation of these consolidated financial results that give a true and fair view of the consolidated net profit and consolidated other comprehensive income and other financial information of the Group in accordance with the recognition and measurement principles laid down in the Ind AS 34, prescribed under Section 133 of the Act, read with relevant rules issued thereunder and other accounting principles generally accepted in India and in compliance with Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations.

 

The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for maintenance of the adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Group and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and the design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial controls, that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the preparation and presentation of the respective financial results that give a true and fair view and are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, which have been used for the purpose of preparation of the consolidated financial results by the Directors of the Company, as aforesaid.

 

In preparing the consolidated financial results, the respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for assessing the ability of the respective entities to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the respective Boards of Directors either intends to liquidate their respective entities or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

 

The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process of the Group.

 

Auditor’s Responsibilities for Audit of the Consolidated Financial Results

 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial results as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with SAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these consolidated financial results.

 

As part of an audit in accordance with SAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

 

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial results, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of such controls.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the Board of Directors.
Evaluate the appropriateness and reasonableness of disclosures made by the Board of Directors in terms of the requirements specified under Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations.
Conclude on the appropriateness of the Board of Directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Group to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the consolidated financial results or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the consolidated financial results, including the disclosures, and whether the consolidated financial results represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities within the Group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial results. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the audit of financial information of such entities included in the consolidated financial results of which we are the independent auditors.

 

Materiality is the magnitude of misstatements in the consolidated financial results that, individually or in aggregate, makes it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable user of the consolidated financial results may be influenced. We consider quantitative materiality and qualitative factors in (i) planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the results of our work; and (ii) to evaluate the effect of any identified misstatements in the consolidated financial results.

 

We communicate with those charged with governance of the Company and such other entities included in the consolidated financial results of which we are the independent auditors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

 

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

 

Place: Bengaluru

Date: January 12, 2023

For DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS LLP

Chartered Accountants

(Firm's Registration No. 117366W/W-100018)

 

 

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

(Membership No.039826)

UDIN: 23039826BGXRXV3132

 

Annexure to Auditor’s Report

 

List of Entities:

 

1.   Infosys Technologies (China) Co. Limited

2.   Infosys Technologies S. de R. L. de C. V.

3.   Infosys Technologies (Sweden) AB

4.   Infosys Technologies (Shanghai) Company Limited

5.   Infosys Nova Holdings LLC.

6.   EdgeVerve Systems Limited

7.   Infosys Austria GmbH

8.   Skava Systems Private Limited (under liquidation)

9.   Infosys Chile SpA

10.   Infosys Arabia Limited (under liquidation)

11.   Infosys Consulting Ltda.

12.   Infosys Luxembourg S.a.r.l

13.   Infosys Americas Inc.

14.   Infosys Public Services, Inc.

15.   Infosys Canada Public Services Inc. (liquidated effective November 23, 2021)

16.   Infosys BPM Limited

17.   Infosys (Czech Republic) Limited s.r.o.

18.   Infosys Poland Sp z.o.o

19.   Infosys McCamish Systems LLC

20.   Portland Group Pty Ltd

21.   Infosys BPO Americas LLC.

22.   Infosys Consulting Holding AG

23.   Infosys Management Consulting Pty Limited

24.   Infosys Consulting AG

25.   Infosys Consulting GmbH

26.   Infosys Consulting S.R.L (Romania)

27.   Infosys Consulting SAS

28.   Infosys Consulting s.r.o. v likvidaci (formerly Infosys Consulting s.r.o.) (liquidated effective December 16, 2021)

29.   Infosys Consulting (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (liquidated effective September 01, 2021)

30.   Infy Consulting Company Ltd.

31.   Infy Consulting B.V.

32.   Infosys Consulting S.R.L (Argentina) (formerly a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Holding AG) became the majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited with effect from April 1, 2022

33.   Infosys Consulting (Belgium) NV

34.   Panaya Inc.

35.   Panaya GmbH (renamed as Infosys Financial Services GmbH)

36.   Panaya Ltd.

37.   Brilliant Basics Holdings Limited (under liquidation)

38.   Brilliant Basics Limited (under liquidation)

39.   Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd.

40.   Infosys Middle East FZ LLC

41.   Fluido Oy

42.   Fluido Sweden AB (Extero)

43.   Fluido Norway A/S

44.   Fluido Denmark A/S

45.   Fluido Slovakia s.r.o

46.   Infosys Compaz Pte. Ltd.

47.   Infosys South Africa (Pty) Ltd

48.   WongDoody Holding Company Inc. (merged with WongDoody, Inc effective December 31, 2021)

49.   WDW Communications, Inc. (merged with WongDoody, Inc effective December 31, 2021)

50.   WongDoody, Inc (became wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited effective December 31, 2021)

51.   HIPUS Co., Ltd.

52.   Stater N.V.

53.   Stater Nederland B.V.

54.   Stater XXL B.V.

55.   HypoCasso B.V.

56.   Stater Participations B.V.

57.   Stater Belgium N.V./S.A.

58.   Outbox systems Inc. dba Simplus (US)

59.   Simplus North America Inc. (liquidated effective April 27, 2021)

60.   Simplus ANZ Pty Ltd.

61.   Simplus Australia Pty Ltd

62.   Sqware Peg Digital Pty Ltd (liquidated effective September 02, 2021)

63.   Simplus Philippines, Inc.

64.   Simplus Europe, Ltd. (liquidated effective July 20, 2021)

65.   Infosys Fluido UK, Ltd. (formerly Simplus U.K, Ltd)

66.   Infosys Fluido Ireland, Ltd. (formerly Simplus Ireland, Ltd)

67.   Infosys Limited Bulgaria EOOD

68.   Infosys BPM UK Limited

69.   Blue Acorn LLC (merged with Beringer Commerce Holdings LLC effective January 1, 2022)

70.   Beringer Commerce Inc renamed as Blue Acorn iCi Inc.

71.   Beringer Capital Digital Group Inc (merged with Blue Acorn iCi Inc effective January 1, 2022)

72.   Mediotype LLC (merged with Blue Acorn iCi Inc effective January 1, 2022)

73.   Beringer Commerce Holdings LLC (merged with Blue Acorn iCi Inc effective January 1, 2022)

74.   SureSource LLC (merged with Beringer Commerce Holdings LLC effective January 1, 2022)

75.   Simply Commerce LLC (merged with Beringer Commerce Holdings LLC effective January 1, 2022)

76.   iCiDIGITAL LLC (merged with Beringer Capital Digital Group Inc effective January 1, 2022)

77.   Kaleidoscope Animations, Inc.

78.   Kaleidoscope Prototyping LLC

79.   GuideVision s.r.o

80.   GuideVision Deutschland GmbH

81.   GuideVision Suomi Oy

82.   GuideVision Magyarorszag Kft

83.   GuideVision Polska SP Z.O.O

84.   Infosys Business Solutions LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited (incorporated on February 20, 2022)

85.   Infosys Germany GmbH (formerly Kristall 247. GmbH) (acquired on March 22, 2022)

86.   GuideVision UK Ltd

87.   Infosys Turkey Bilgi Teknolojikeri Limited Sirketi

88.   Infosys Germany Holding Gmbh

89.   Infosys Automotive and Mobility GmbH & Co. KG, a partnership firm

90.   Stater GmbH (incorporated on August 4, 2021)

91.   Infosys Green Forum (incorporated on August 31, 2021)

92.   Infosys (Malaysia) SDN. BHD. (formerly Global Enterprise International (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (acquired on December 14, 2021)

93.   oddity space GmbH acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

94.   oddity jungle GmbH acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

95.   oddity waves GmbH acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

96.   oddity group services GmbH acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

97.   oddity code GmbH acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

98.   oddity code d.o.o. (subsidiary of oddity Code GmbH) acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

99.   oddity GmbH acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

100.   oddity (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. (subsidiary of oddity GmbH) acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

101.   oddity Limited (Taipei) (subsidiary of oddity GmbH) acquired by Infosys Germany GmbH on April 20, 2022

102.   Infosys Public Services Canada Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Public Services Inc.) incorporated on July 8, 2022

103.   BASE life science A/S acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

104.   BASE life science AG (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

105.   BASE life science GmbH (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

106.   BASE life science Ltd. (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

107.   BASE life science S.A.S. (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

108.   BASE life science S.r.l. (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

109.   Innovisor Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

110.   BASE life science Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) acquired by Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. on September 1, 2022

111.   BASE life science SL. (a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S) incorporated on September 6, 2022

112.   Panaya Germany GmbH (a wholly owned subsidiary of Panaya Inc.) incorporated on December 15, 2022.

113.   Infosys Employees Welfare Trust

114.   Infosys Employee Benefits Trust

115.   Infosys Science Foundation

116.   Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Trust

 

 

 

 

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT ON THE AUDIT OF THE STANDALONE FINANCIAL RESULTS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Opinion

 

We have audited the accompanying Statement of Standalone Financial Results of INFOSYS LIMITED (the “Company”), for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, (the “Statement”), being submitted by the Company pursuant to the requirements of Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as amended (the “Listing Regulations”).

 

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the Statement:

 

a.is presented in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations; and
b.gives a true and fair view in conformity with the recognition and measurement principles laid down in the Indian Accounting Standard 34 “Interim Financial Reporting” (“Ind AS 34”) prescribed under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the “Act”) read with relevant rules issued thereunder and other accounting principles generally accepted in India of the net profit and total comprehensive income, and other financial information of the Company for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

We conducted our audit of the Statement in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (“SA”s) specified under Section 143(10) of the Act. Our responsibilities under those Standards are further described in Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Standalone Financial Results section of our report. We are independent of the Company in accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (“ICAI”) together with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the Standalone Financial Results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 under the provisions of the Act and the Rules thereunder, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements and the ICAI’s Code of Ethics. We believe that the audit evidence obtained by us is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

 

Management’s Responsibilities for the Standalone Financial Results

 

This Statement, which is the responsibility of the Company’s Management and approved by the Board of Directors, has been compiled from the related audited interim condensed standalone financial statements for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022. This responsibility includes the preparation and presentation of the standalone financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 that give a true and fair view of the net profit and other comprehensive income and other financial information in accordance with the recognition and measurement principles laid down in Ind AS 34, prescribed under Section 133 of the Act, read with relevant rules issued thereunder and other accounting principles generally accepted in India and in compliance with Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations. This responsibility also includes maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and the design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial controls that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the preparation and presentation of the standalone financial results that give a true and fair view and is free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

 

In preparing the standalone financial results, the Board of Directors is responsible for assessing the Company’s ability, to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Board of Directors either intends to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

 

The Board of Directors is also responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process of the Company.

 

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Standalone Financial Results

 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the standalone financial results as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with SAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these standalone financial results.

 

As part of an audit in accordance with SAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

 

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the standalone financial results, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the Board of Directors.
Evaluate the appropriateness and reasonableness of disclosures made by the Board of Directors in terms of the requirements specified under Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations.
Conclude on the appropriateness of the Board of Directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Company to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the interim condensed standalone financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Company to cease to continue as a going concern.
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the standalone financial results, including the disclosures, and whether the standalone financial results represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the standalone financial results of the Company to express an opinion on the standalone financial results.

 

Materiality is the magnitude of misstatements in the standalone financial results that, individually or in aggregate, makes it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable user of the standalone financial results may be influenced. We consider quantitative materiality and qualitative factors in (i) planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the results of our work; and (ii) to evaluate the effect of any identified misstatements in the standalone financial results.

 

We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

 

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

 

Place: Bengaluru

Date: January 12, 2023

For DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS LLP

Chartered Accountants

(Firm's Registration No. 117366W/W-100018)

 

 

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

(Membership No.039826)

UDIN: 23039826BGXRXX5325

 

Infosys Limited

Regd. office: Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bengaluru – 560 100, India

CIN : L85110KA1981PLC013115

Website: www.infosys.com

email: investors@infosys.com

T: 91 80 2852 0261, F: 91 80 2852 0362

 

Statement of Consolidated Audited Results of Infosys Limited and its subsidiaries for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 prepared in compliance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS)

(in crore, except per equity share data)

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31,  Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Year ended March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
  Audited Audited Audited Audited Audited Audited
Revenue from operations  38,318  36,538  31,867  109,326  89,365  121,641
Other income, net  769  584  512  2,030  1,658  2,295
Total Income  39,087  37,122  32,379  111,356  91,023  123,936
Expenses            
Employee benefit expenses  20,272  19,438  16,355  58,048  47,328  63,986
Cost of technical sub-contractors  3,343  3,694  3,511  10,946  9,019  12,606
Travel expenses  360  363  221  1,099  518  827
Cost of software packages and others  3,085  2,512  1,861  8,017  4,543  6,811
Communication expenses  183  189  147  542  441  611
Consultancy and professional charges  401  439  520  1,296  1,364  1,885
Depreciation and amortisation expenses  1,125  1,029  899  3,104  2,586  3,476
Finance cost  80  66  53  202  150  200
Other expenses  1,307  1,001  869  3,246  2,507  3,424
Total expenses  30,156  28,731  24,436  86,500  68,456  93,826
Profit before tax  8,931  8,391  7,943  24,856  22,567  30,110
Tax expense:            
Current tax  2,195  2,482  2,063  7,027  5,986  7,811
Deferred tax  150  (117)  58  (145)  130  153
Profit for the period  6,586  6,026  5,822  17,974  16,451  22,146
Other comprehensive income            
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss            
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net  29  40  (53)  (17)  (72)  (85)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net  1  4    8  41  96
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss            
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, net  (57)  (12)  (7)  (43)  4  (8)
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations  676  (14)  (33)  715  91  228
Fair value changes on investments, net  48  26  (77)  (298)  16  (49)
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax  697  44  (170)  365  80  182
Total comprehensive income for the period  7,283  6,070  5,652  18,339  16,531  22,328
             
Profit attributable to:            
Owners of the company  6,586  6,021  5,809  17,967  16,425  22,110
Non-controlling interest    5  13  7  26  36
   6,586  6,026  5,822  17,974  16,451  22,146
Total comprehensive income attributable to:            
Owners of the company  7,268  6,068  5,640  18,322  16,506  22,293
Non-controlling interest  15  2  12  17  25  35
   7,283  6,070  5,652  18,339  16,531  22,328
             
Paid up share capital (par value 5/- each, fully paid)  2,086  2,099  2,097  2,086  2,097  2,098
Other equity *#  73,252  73,252  74,227  73,252  74,227  73,252
Earnings per equity share (par value 5/- each)**            
Basic ()  15.72  14.35  13.86  42.85  38.96  52.52
Diluted ()  15.70  14.34  13.83  42.79  38.88  52.41

 

*Balances for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and quarter ended September 30, 2022 represents balances as per the audited Balance Sheet for the year ended March 31, 2022 and balances for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2021 represents balances as per the audited Balance Sheet for the year ended March 31, 2021 as required by SEBI (Listing and Other Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
**EPS is not annualized for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, quarter ended September 30, 2022 and quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2021.
#Excludes non-controlling interest

 

1.  Notes pertaining to the current quarter

 

a)  The audited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 have been taken on record by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on January 12, 2023. The statutory auditors, Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP have expressed an unmodified audit opinion. The information presented above is extracted from the audited interim condensed consolidated financial statements. These interim condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS) as prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules thereafter.

 

b)  Appointment of Independent Director

 

Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board considered and approved the appointment of Govind Vaidiram Iyer (DIN - 00169343), as an Additional & Independent Director effective January 12, 2023 for a period of 5 (five) years, subject to the approval of shareholders.

 

c)  Buyback of equity shares

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum buyback price of 1,850/- per equity share and the Maximum buyback size of 9,300 crore the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum buyback shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis). The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023.

 

During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 11 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve and retained earnings. Subsequent to the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company additionally purchased 6,128,000 number of shares; total number of shares purchased till date is 31,292,000 amounting to 4,790 crore excluding transactions costs and buyback tax.

 

d)  Update on employee stock grants

 

The Board, on January 12, 2023, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved :

 

i)  The annual time-based stock incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to Salil Parekh, CEO & MD having a market value of 3 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (2015 Plan) in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement. The RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

ii)  The annual time-based RSUs to a KMP having a market value of 1.75 crore as on date of grant under 2015 plan, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement. The RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

iii)  The annual performance-based grant of RSUs to a KMP having a market value of 0.92 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 plan. These RSUs will vest 12 months from the date of the grant based on the achievement of certain performance targets. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSU's will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

iv)  The grant of 11,39,550 RSUs under the 2015 Plan and grant of 21,40,000 PSUs under the Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (2019 Plan) to eligible employees. The grants made under the 2015 Plan would vest over a period of four years and the grants made under the 2019 Plan would vest over a period of three years subject to Company’s achievement of performance parameters as defined in the 2019 Plan. The RSUs and PSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the exercise price will be equal to the par value of the share."

 

e)  We have initiated the closure of our branch in Moscow and this will be completed as per local regulations.

 

2.  Information on dividends for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022

The Board of Directors (in the meeting held on October 13, 2022) declared an interim dividend of 16.50/- per equity share. The record date for the payment was October 28, 2022 and the same was paid on November 10, 2022. The interim dividend declared in the previous year was 15/- per equity share

(in )

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31,  Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Year ended March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
Dividend per share (par value ₹5/- each)            
Interim dividend   16.50   16.50 15.00 15.00
Final dividend            16.00

 

3. Segment reporting (Consolidated - Audited)

(in crore)

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31,  Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Year ended March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
Revenue by business segment            
Financial Services (1)  11,235  11,148  10,023  32,945 28,805  38,902
Retail (2)  5,480  5,183  4,612  15,667  13,118  17,734
Communication (3)  4,710  4,501  3,979  13,675  11,050  15,182
Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services  4,957  4,498  3,740  13,714  10,611  14,484
Manufacturing  5,099  4,686  3,598  13,957  9,520  13,336
Hi-Tech  3,095  2,971  2,567  8,878  7,388  10,036
Life Sciences (4)  2,695  2,452  2,383  7,404  6,377  8,517
All other segments (5)  1,047  1,099  965  3,086  2,496  3,450
Total  38,318  36,538  31,867  109,326  89,365  121,641
Less: Inter-segment revenue            
Net revenue from operations  38,318  36,538  31,867  109,326  89,365  121,641
Segment profit before tax, depreciation and non-controlling interests:            
Financial Services (1)  2,678  2,811  2,734  8,243 7,736 10,314
Retail (2)  1,646  1,578  1,630  4,761 4,615 6,130
Communication (3)  1,042  965  963  2,801 2,486 3,372
Energy, Utilities , Resources and Services  1,457  1,251  1,075  3,853 3,113 4,225
Manufacturing  1,035  792  633  2,212 1,982 2,408
Hi-Tech  813  724  636  2,209 1,823 2,495
Life Sciences (4)  684  642  640  1,861 1,799 2,380
All other segments (5)  12  139  72  192 91 167
Total  9,367  8,902  8,383  26,132  23,645  31,491
Less: Other Unallocable expenditure  1,125  1,029  899  3,104 2,586 3,476
Add: Unallocable other income  769  584  512  2,030 1,658 2,295
Less: Finance cost  80  66  53  202  150  200
Profit before tax and non-controlling interests  8,931  8,391  7,943  24,856  22,567  30,110

 


(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)All other segments include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

Notes on segment information

 

Business segments

 

Based on the "management approach" as defined in Ind-AS 108 - Operating Segments, the Chief Operating Decision Maker evaluates the Group's performance and allocates resources based on an analysis of various performance indicators by business segments. Accordingly, information has been presented along these business segments. The accounting principles used in the preparation of the financial statements are consistently applied to record revenue and expenditure in individual segments.

 

Segmental capital employed

 

Assets and liabilities used in the Group's business are not identified to any of the reportable segments, as these are used interchangeably between segments. The Management believes that it is not practicable to provide segment disclosures relating to total assets and liabilities since a meaningful segregation of the available data is onerous.

 

4.  Audited financial results of Infosys Limited (Standalone Information)

(in crore)

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31,  Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Year ended March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
Revenue from operations  32,389  31,567  27,337  93,483  76,514  103,940
Profit before tax  8,295  8,488  7,789  23,686  21,585  28,495
Profit for the period  6,210  6,253  5,870  17,364  16,056  21,235

 

The audited results of Infosys Limited for the above mentioned periods are available on our website, www.infosys.com and on the Stock Exchange website www.nseindia.com and www.bseindia.com. The information above has been extracted from the audited interim standalone condensed financial statements as stated.

 

  By order of the Board
 

for Infosys Limited

 

Bengaluru, India Salil Parekh
January 12, 2023 Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

 

The Board has also taken on record the condensed consolidated results of Infosys Limited and its subsidiaries for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, prepared as per International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and reported in US dollars. A summary of the financial statements is as follows:

(in US$ million, except per equity share data)

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31,  Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31,

Nine months ended December 31,

 

Year ended March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
  Audited Audited Audited Audited Audited Audited
Revenues 4,659 4,555 4,250 13,657 12,031 16,311
Cost of sales  3,230  3,170  2,856  9,544  8,041  10,996
Gross profit  1,429  1,385  1,394  4,113  3,990  5,315
Operating expenses  428  406  396  1,245  1,155  1,560
Operating profit  1,001  979  998  2,868  2,835  3,755
Other income, net  94  73  68  254  223  308
Finance cost  10  8  7  25  20  27
Profit before income taxes  1,085  1,044  1,059  3,097  3,038  4,036
Income tax expense  285  295  283  859  823  1,068
Net profit  800  749  776  2,238  2,215  2,968
Earnings per equity share *            
Basic  0.19  0.18  0.18  0.53  0.52  0.70
Diluted  0.19  0.18  0.18  0.53  0.52  0.70
Total assets  15,226  15,640  14,673  15,226  14,673  15,555
Cash and cash equivalents and current investments  2,456  3,276  2,703  2,456  2,703  3,185

 


*EPS is not annualized for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, quarter ended September 30, 2022 and quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2021.

 

This Release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance and that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, our industry, economic conditions in the markets in which we operate, and certain other matters. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as ‘may’, ‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘continue’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘seek’, ‘could’, ‘would’, ‘should’ and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, statements regarding our business strategy, our expectations concerning our market position, future operations, growth, margins, profitability, attrition, liquidity, and capital resources, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy, the effects of COVID-19 on global economic conditions and our business and operations, wage increases, change in the regulations including immigration regulation and policies in the United States, and corporate actions including timely completion of the proposed buy-back of our equity shares. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.

 

Infosys Limited

Regd. office: Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bengaluru – 560 100, India

CIN : L85110KA1981PLC013115

Website: www.infosys.com

email: investors@infosys.com

T: 91 80 2852 0261, F: 91 80 2852 0362

 

Statement of Audited Results of Infosys Limited for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 prepared in compliance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS)

(in crore, except per equity share data)

Particulars  Quarter ended
December 31,
 Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Year ended March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
  Audited Audited Audited Audited Audited Audited
Revenue from operations  32,389  31,567  27,337  93,483  76,514  103,940
Other income, net  1,177  1,267  1,013  3,093  2,634  3,224
Total income  33,566  32,834  28,350  96,576  79,148  107,164
Expenses            
Employee benefit expenses  16,395  15,873  13,275  47,182  38,199  51,664
Cost of technical sub-contractors  4,720  4,815  4,406  14,545  11,658  16,298
Travel expenses  284  293  195  892  453  731
Cost of software packages and others  1,728  1,428  856  4,339  2,120  2,985
Communication expenses  132  135  102  386  312  433
Consultancy and professional charges  280  333  412  975  1,087  1,511
Depreciation and amortisation expense  713  682  631  2,039  1,809  2,429
Finance cost  41  40  33  115  97  128
Other expenses  978  747  651  2,417  1,828  2,490
Total expenses  25,271  24,346  20,561  72,890  57,563  78,669
Profit before tax  8,295  8,488  7,789  23,686  21,585  28,495
Tax expense:            
Current tax  1,916  2,312  1,852  6,261  5,354  6,960
Deferred tax  169  (77)  67  61  175  300
Profit for the period  6,210  6,253  5,870  17,364  16,056  21,235
Other comprehensive income            
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss            
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability / asset, net  28  40  (52)  (28)  (74)  (98)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net  2  4    9  41  97
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss            
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, net  (57)  (12)  (7)  (43)  4  (8)
Fair value changes on investments, net  42  27  (67)  (275)  23  (39)
Total other comprehensive income/ (loss), net of tax  15  59  (126)  (337)  (6)  (48)
Total comprehensive income for the period  6,225  6,312  5,744  17,027  16,050  21,187
Paid-up share capital (par value 5/- each fully paid)  2,091  2,104  2,102  2,091  2,102  2,103
Other Equity*  67,203  67,203  69,401  67,203  69,401  67,203
Earnings per equity share ( par value 5 /- each)**            
Basic () 14.77 14.86 13.96 41.28 37.96 50.27
Diluted () 14.76 14.85 13.94 41.24 37.91 50.21

 

*Balances for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and quarter ended September 30, 2022 represents balances as per the audited Balance Sheet for the year ended March 31, 2022 and balances for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2021 represents balances as per the audited Balance Sheet for the year ended March 31, 2021 as required by SEBI (Listing and Other Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
**EPS is not annualized for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, quarter ended September 30, 2022 and quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2021.

 

1.  Notes pertaining to the current quarter

 

a)  The audited interim condensed standalone financial statements for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 have been taken on record by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on January 12, 2023. The statutory auditors, Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP have expressed an unmodified audit opinion. The information presented above is extracted from the audited interim condensed standalone financial statements. These interim condensed standalone financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS) as prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules thereafter.

 

b)  Appointment of Independent Director

 

Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board considered and approved the appointment of Govind Vaidiram Iyer (DIN - 00169343), as an Additional & Independent Director effective January 12, 2023 for a period of 5 (five) years, subject to the approval of shareholders.

 

c)  Buyback of equity shares

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum buyback price of 1,850/- per equity share and the Maximum buyback size of 9,300 crore the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum buyback shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis). The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023.

 

During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 11 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve and retained earnings. Subsequent to the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company additionally purchased 6,128,000 number of shares; total number of shares purchased till date is 31,292,000 amounting to 4,790 crore excluding transactions costs and buyback tax.

 

d)  Update on employee stock grants

 

The Board, on January 12, 2023, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved :

 

i)  The annual time-based stock incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to Salil Parekh, CEO & MD having a market value of 3 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (2015 Plan) in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement. The RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

ii)   The annual time-based RSUs to a KMP having a market value of 1.75 crore as on date of grant under 2015 plan, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement. The RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

iii)  The annual performance-based grant of RSUs to a KMP having a market value of 0.92 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 plan. These RSUs will vest 12 months from the date of the grant based on the achievement of certain performance targets. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSU's will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

iv)  The grant of 11,39,550 RSUs under the 2015 Plan and grant of 21,40,000 PSUs under the Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (2019 Plan) to eligible employees. The grants made under the 2015 Plan would vest over a period of four years and the grants made under the 2019 Plan would vest over a period of three years subject to Company’s achievement of performance parameters as defined in the 2019 Plan. The RSUs and PSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the exercise price will be equal to the par value of the share."

 

e)  We have initiated the closure of our branch in Moscow and this will be completed as per local regulations.

 

2.  Information on dividends for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022

The Board of Directors (in the meeting held on October 13, 2022) declared an interim dividend of 16.50/- per equity share. The record date for the payment was October 28, 2022 and the same was paid on November 10, 2022. The interim dividend declared in the previous year was 15/- per equity share

(in )

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31,  Quarter ended September 30,  Quarter ended December 31,

Nine months ended December 31,

 

Year ended
March 31,
  2022 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022
Dividend per share (par value 5/- each)            
Interim dividend    16.50    16.50  15.00  15.00
Final dividend            16.00

 

3.  Segment Reporting

 

The Company publishes standalone financial statements along with the consolidated financial statements. In accordance with Ind AS 108, Operating Segments, the Company has disclosed the segment information in the audited interim condensed consolidated financial statements. Accordingly, the segment information is given in the audited consolidated financial results of Infosys Limited and its subsidiaries for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022.

 

  By order of the Board
 

for Infosys Limited

 

Bengaluru, India Salil Parekh
January 12, 2023 Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

 

This Release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance and that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, our industry, economic conditions in the markets in which we operate, and certain other matters. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as ‘may’, ‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘continue’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘seek’, ‘could’, ‘would’, ‘should’ and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, statements regarding our business strategy, our expectations concerning our market position, future operations, growth, margins, profitability, attrition, liquidity, and capital resources, our ESG vision, our capital allocation policy, the effects of COVID-19 on global economic conditions and our business and operations, wage increases, change in the regulations including immigration regulation and policies in the United States, and corporate actions including timely completion of the proposed buy-back of our equity shares. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.

 

Infosys Limited

Regd. office: Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bengaluru – 560 100, India

CIN : L85110KA1981PLC013115

Website: www.infosys.com

email: investors@infosys.com

T: 91 80 2852 0261, F: 91 80 2852 0362

 

Extract of the consolidated audited financial results of Infosys Limited and its subsidiaries for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022, prepared in compliance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS)

(in crore except per equity share data)

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,  Quarter ended December 31,
  2022 2022 2021
Revenue from operations  38,318  1,09,326  31,867
Profit before tax  8,931  24,856  7,943
Profit for the period  6,586  17,974  5,822
Total comprehensive income for the period (comprising profit for the period after tax and other comprehensive income after tax)  7,283  18,339  5,652
Profit attributable to:      
Owners of the Company  6,586  17,967  5,809
Non-controlling interest  –  7  13
   6,586  17,974  5,822
Total comprehensive income attributable to:      
Owners of the Company  7,268  18,322  5,640
Non-controlling interest  15  17  12
   7,283  18,339  5,652
Paid-up share capital (par value 5 each fully paid)  2,086  2,086  2,097
Other equity *#  73,252  73,252  74,227
Earnings per equity share (par value 5 each)**      
Basic ()  15.72  42.85  13.86
Diluted ()  15.70  42.79  13.83

 

*Balances for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 represents balances as per the audited Balance Sheet for the year ended March 31, 2022 and balances for the quarter ended December 31, 2021 represents balances as per the audited Balance Sheet for the year ended March 31, 2021 as required by the SEBI (Listing and Other Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
**EPS is not annualized for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and quarter ended December 31, 2021.
#Excludes non-controlling interest

 

1.  Notes pertaining to the current quarter

 

a)  The audited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022 have been taken on record by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on January 12, 2023. The statutory auditors, Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP, have expressed an unmodified audit opinion. The information presented above is extracted from the audited interim condensed consolidated financial statements. These interim condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS) as prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules thereafter.

 

b)  Appointment of Independent Director

 

Based on the recommendation of the nomination and remuneration committee, the Board considered and approved the appointment of Govind Vaidiram Iyer (DIN - 00169343), as an Additional and Independent Director effective January 12, 2023 for a period of 5 (five) years, subject to the approval of shareholders.

 

c)  Buyback of equity shares

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum Buyback Price of 1,850 per equity share and the Maximum Buyback Size of 9,300 crore, the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum Buyback Shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis). The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023.

 

During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with Section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created a Capital Redemption Reserve of 11 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from the general reserve and retained earnings. Subsequent to the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company additionally purchased 6,128,000 number of shares. The total number of shares purchased till date is 31,292,000 amounting to 4,790 crore excluding transactions costs and buyback tax.

 

d)  Update on employee stock grants

 

The Board, on January 12, 2023, based on the recommendations of the nomination and remuneration committee, approved :

i)The annual time-based stock incentives in the form of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) to Salil Parekh, CEO & MD, having a market value of 3 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (“the 2015 Plan”) in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement. The RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

ii)The annual time-based RSUs to a Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) having a market value of 1.75 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 Plan, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement. The RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

iii)The annual performance-based grant of RSUs to a KMP having a market value of 0.92 crore as on the date of grant under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest 12 months from the date of the grant based on the achievement of certain performance targets. The RSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the number of RSUs will be calculated based on the market price at the close of trading on February 1, 2023. The exercise price of RSUs will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

iv)The grant of 11,39,550 RSUs under the 2015 Plan and grant of 21,40,000 PSUs under the Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (“the 2019 Plan”) to eligible employees. The grants made under the 2015 Plan would vest over a period of four years and the grants made under the 2019 Plan would vest over a period of three years subject to the Company’s achievement of performance parameters as defined in the 2019 Plan. The RSUs and PSUs will be granted w.e.f February 1, 2023 and the exercise price will be equal to the par value of the share.

 

e)  The Company has initiated the closure of the branch in Moscow and this will be completed as per local regulations.

 

2.       Information on dividends for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2022

 

The Board of Directors (in meeting held on October 13, 2022) declared an interim dividend of 16.50 per equity share. The record date for the payment was October 28, 2022, and the same was paid on November 10, 2022. The interim dividend declared in the previous year was 15 per equity share

(in )

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,  Quarter ended December 31,
  2022 2022 2021
Dividend per share (par value 5 each)      
Interim dividend  –  16.50  –
Final dividend  –  –  –

 

3.  Audited financial results of Infosys Limited (Standalone information)

(in crore)

Particulars  Quarter ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,  Quarter ended December 31,
  2022 2022 2021
Revenue from operations  32,389  93,483  27,337
Profit before tax  8,295  23,686  7,789
Profit for the period  6,210  17,364  5,870

 

The above is an extract of the detailed format of the wuarterly audited financial results filed with the stock exchanges under Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing and Other Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The full format of the quarterly audited financial results are available on the stock exchange websites, www.nseindia.com and www.bseindia.com, and on the Company's website, www.infosys.com.

 

This release contains ‘forward-looking statements’ within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (“the Securities Act”), and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“the Exchange Act”), that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or our future financial or operating performance and that are based on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections about the Company, our industry, economic conditions in the markets in which we operate, and certain other matters. Generally, these forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as ‘may’, ‘anticipate’, ‘believe’, ‘estimate’, ‘expect’, ‘continue’, ‘intend’, ‘will’, ‘project’, ‘seek’, ‘could’, ‘would’, ‘should’ and similar expressions. Those statements include, among other things, statements regarding our business strategy, our expectations concerning our market position, future operations, growth, margins, profitability, attrition, liquidity, and capital resources, our ESG vision, our Capital Allocation Policy, the effects of COVID-19 on global economic conditions and our business and operations, wage increases, change in the regulations including immigration regulation and policies in the United States, and corporate actions including timely completion of the proposed buyback of our equity shares. These statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. Additional risks that could affect our future operating results are more fully described in our United States Securities and Exchange Commission filings including our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2022. These filings are available at www.sec.gov. Infosys may, from time to time, make additional written and oral forward-looking statements, including statements contained in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and our reports to shareholders. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that may be made from time to time by or on behalf of the Company unless it is required by law.

 

  By order of the Board
 

for Infosys Limited

 

Bengaluru, India Salil Parekh
January 12, 2023 Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.7
IFRS USD Earning Release

 

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

 

TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Report on the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Opinion

 

We have audited the accompanying interim condensed consolidated financial statements of INFOSYS LIMITED (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (the Company and its subsidiaries together referred to as the “Group”), which comprise the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as at December 31, 2022, the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the three months and nine months ended on that date, the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity and the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the nine months ended on that date, and a summary of the significant accounting policies and other explanatory information (hereinafter referred to as the “interim condensed consolidated financial statements”).

 

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the aforesaid interim condensed consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view in conformity with International Accounting Standard 34 “Interim Financial Reporting” (“IAS 34”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”), of the consolidated state of affairs of the Group as at December 31, 2022, the consolidated profit and consolidated total comprehensive income for the three months and nine months ended on that date, consolidated changes in equity and its consolidated cash flows for the nine months ended on that date.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

We conducted our audit of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (“SA”s) issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (“ICAI”). Our responsibilities under those Standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Group in accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the ICAI and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code of Ethics. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Management’s Responsibilities for the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

The Company’s Board of Directors is responsible for the preparation and presentation of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements that give a true and fair view of the consolidated financial position, consolidated financial performance, consolidated total comprehensive income, consolidated changes in equity and consolidated cash flows of the Group in accordance with IAS 34 as issued by the IASB. The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for maintenance of adequate accounting records for safeguarding assets of the Group and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial controls, that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the preparation and presentation of the respective interim financial statements that give a true and fair view and are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error which have been used for the purpose of preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements by the Directors of the Company, as aforesaid.

 

In preparing the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, the respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for assessing ability of the respective entities to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the respective Boards of Directors either intend to liquidate their respective entities or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

 

The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process of the Group.

 

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the interim condensed consolidated financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with SAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As part of an audit in accordance with SAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

 

Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
Obtain an understanding of internal financial controls relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on effectiveness of the Company’s internal financial controls.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.
Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Group to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the interim condensed consolidated financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities within the Group to express an opinion on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the audit of the financial statements of such entities included in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of which we are the independent auditors.

 

Materiality is the magnitude of misstatements in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements that, individually or in aggregate, makes it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable user of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements may be influenced. We consider quantitative materiality and qualitative factors in (i) planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the results of our work; and (ii) to evaluate the effect of any identified misstatements in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

We communicate with those charged with governance of the Company and such other entities included in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of which we are the independent auditors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

 

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

 

Place: Bengaluru

Date: January 12, 2023

For DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS LLP

Chartered Accountants

(Firm's Registration No. 117366W/W-100018)

 

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

(Membership No.039826)

UDIN: 23039826BGXRYA2815



 

 

 

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in US Dollars for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022

 

Index

 

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

1. Overview

1.1  Company overview

1.2  Basis of preparation of financial statements

1.3  Basis of consolidation

1.4  Use of estimates and judgments

1.5  Critical accounting estimates and judgements

1.6  Recent accounting pronouncements

2. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

2.1  Cash and cash equivalents

2.2  Investments

2.3  Financial instruments

2.4  Prepayments and other assets

2.5  Other liabilities

2.6  Provisions and other contingencies

2.7  Property, plant and equipment

2.8  Leases

2.9  Goodwill and intangible assets

2.10  Business combinations

2.11  Employees' Stock Option Plans (ESOP)

2.12  Income taxes

2.13  Basic and diluted shares used in computing earnings per equity share

2.14  Related party transactions

2.15  Segment Reporting

2.16  Revenue from Operations

2.17  Unbilled revenue

2.18  Equity

2.19  Break-up of expenses and other income, net

 

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet

(Dollars in millions except equity share data)

Particulars Note As at December 31, 2022 As at March 31, 2022
ASSETS      
Current assets      
Cash and cash equivalents 2.1  1,401  2,305
Current investments 2.2  1,055  880
Trade receivables    3,343  2,995
Unbilled revenue 2.17  1,588  1,526
Prepayments and other current assets 2.4  1,355  1,133
Income tax assets      7
Derivative financial instruments 2.3  11  19
Total current assets    8,753  8,865
Non-current assets      
Property, plant and equipment 2.7  1,622  1,793
Right-of-use assets 2.8  783  636
Goodwill 2.9  876  817
Intangible assets    222  225
Non-current investments 2.2  1,497  1,801
Unbilled revenue 2.17  206  124
Deferred income tax assets    140  160
Income tax assets    764  805
Other non-current assets 2.4  363  329
Total Non-current assets    6,473  6,690
Total assets    15,226  15,555
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY      
Current liabilities      
Trade payables    579  545
Lease Liabilities 2.8  138  115
Derivative financial instruments 2.3  27  8
Current income tax liabilities    383  344
Unearned revenue    861  834
Employee benefit obligations    290  288
Provisions 2.6  171  129
Other current liabilities 2.5  2,532  2,170
Total current liabilities    4,981  4,433
Non-current liabilities      
Lease liabilities 2.8  795  607
Deferred income tax liabilities    128  153
Employee benefit obligations    10  12
Other non-current liabilities 2.5  286  356
Total Non-current liabilities    1,219  1,128
Total liabilities    6,200  5,561
Equity      
Share capital - 5 ($0.16) par value 4,800,000,000 (4,800,000,000) equity shares authorized, issued and outstanding 4,170,348,621 (4,193,012,929) equity shares fully paid up, net of 12,568,222 (13,725,712) treasury shares as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 2.18  327  328
Share premium    350  337
Retained earnings    11,301  11,672
Cash flow hedge reserve    (4)  1
Other reserves    1,374  1,170
Capital redemption reserve    22  21
Other components of equity    (4,395)  (3,588)
Total equity attributable to equity holders of the company    8,975  9,941
Non-controlling interests    51  53
Total equity    9,026  9,994
Total liabilities and equity    15,226  15,555

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached.

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited    

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

 

D. Sundaram

Director

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer

 

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 

 

 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income

(Dollars in millions except equity share and per equity share data)

Particulars Note Three months ended Nine months ended
    December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Revenues 2.16  4,659  4,250  13,657  12,031
Cost of sales 2.19  3,230  2,856  9,544  8,041
Gross profit    1,429  1,394  4,113  3,990
Operating expenses:          
Selling and marketing expenses 2.19  196  177  574  513
Administrative expenses 2.19  232  219  671  642
Total operating expenses    428  396  1,245  1,155
Operating profit    1,001  998  2,868  2,835
Other income, net 2.19  94  68  254  223
Finance cost    10  7  25  20
Profit before income taxes    1,085  1,059  3,097  3,038
Income tax expense 2.12  285  283  859  823
Net profit    800  776  2,238  2,215
Other comprehensive income          
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:          
Re-measurements of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net    4  (7)    (9)
Equity instrument through other comprehensive income, net    (1)    (2)  5
     3  (7)  (2)  (4)
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:          
Fair value changes on investments, net    6  (10)  (34)  2
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net    (7)  (1)  (5)  
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations    (84)  (18)  (771)  (157)
     (85)  (29)  (810)  (155)
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax    (82)  (36)  (812)  (159)
Total comprehensive income    718  740  1,426  2,056
Profit attributable to:          
Owners of the company    800  774  2,237  2,211
Non-controlling interests      2  1  4
     800  776  2,238  2,215
Total comprehensive income attributable to:          
Owners of the company    718  738  1,425  2,052
Non-controlling interests      2  1  4
     718  740  1,426  2,056
Earnings per equity share          
Basic ($)    0.19  0.18  0.53  0.52
Diluted ($)    0.19  0.18  0.53  0.52
Weighted average equity shares used in computing earnings per equity share 2.13        
Basic (in shares)    4,190,550,470  4,190,865,711  4,192,969,201  4,215,373,286
Diluted (in shares)    4,195,924,920  4,198,923,902  4,199,312,062  4,224,009,404

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached.

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited    

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

 

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

D. Sundaram

Director

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer

 

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary


 

 

 

 

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

 

(Dollars in millions except equity share data)

Particulars Number of Shares(1) Share capital Share premium Retained earnings Other reserves (2) Capital redemption reserve Cash flow hedge reserve Other components of equity Total equity attributable to equity holders of the company Non-controlling interest Total equity
Balance as at April 1, 2021  4,245,146,114  332  359  12,087  908  17  2  (3,263)  10,442  60  10,502
Changes in equity for nine months ended December 31, 2021                      
Net profit        2,211          2,211  4  2,215
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*                (9)  (9)    (9)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*                5  5    5
Fair value changes on investments, net*                2  2    2
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*                      
Exchange difference on translation of foreign operations                (157)  (157)    (157)
Total comprehensive income for the period        2,211        (159)  2,052  4  2,056
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer note 2.11)  1,824,461    2            2    2
Buyback of equity shares**  (55,807,337)  (4)  (86)  (1,409)          (1,499)    (1,499)
Transaction cost relating to buyback *        (4)          (4)    (4)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback        (4)    4          
Transfer from other reserves on utilization        85  (85)            
Transfer to other reserves        (302)  302            
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer note 2.11)      38            38    38
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options      3            3    3
Dividends paid to non-controlling interest of subsidiary                    (12)  (12)
Dividends#        (1,699)          (1,699)    (1,699)
Balance as at December 31, 2021  4,191,163,238  328  316  10,965  1,125  21  2  (3,422)  9,335  52  9,387

 

(Dollars in millions except equity share data)

Particulars Number of Shares(1) Share capital Share premium Retained earnings Other reserves (2) Capital redemption reserve Cash flow hedge reserve Other components of equity Total equity attributable to equity holders of the company Non-controlling interest Total equity
Balance as at April 1, 2022  4,193,012,929  328  337  11,672  1,170  21  1  (3,588)  9,941  53  9,994
Impact on account of adoption of IAS 37##        (2)          (2)    (2)
   4,193,012,929  328  337  11,670  1,170  21  1  (3,588)  9,939  53  9,992
Changes in equity for nine months ended December 31, 2022                      
Net profit      2,237          2,237  1  2,238
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*                    
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*              (2)  (2)    (2)
Fair value changes on investments, net*              (34)  (34)    (34)
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*            (5)    (5)    (5)
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations              (771)  (771)    (771)
Total comprehensive income for the period        2,237      (5)  (807)  1,425  1  1,426
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to note 2.11)  2,499,692    3            3    3
Buyback of equity shares (Refer to note 2.18)**  (25,164,000)  (1)  (40)  (704)          (745)    (745)
Transaction cost relating to buyback *      (3)          (3)    (3)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback        (1)    1          
Transfer from other reserves on utilization        108  (108)            
Transfer to other reserves        (312)  312            
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to note 2.11)      48            48    48
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options      5            5    5
Dividends paid to non-controlling interest of subsidiary                    (3)  (3)
Dividends#        (1,697)          (1,697)    (1,697)
Balance as at December 31, 2022  4,170,348,621  327  350  11,301  1,374  22  (4)  (4,395)  8,975  51  9,026

 

*net of tax

**including tax on buyback $141 million and $256 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 respectively.
#net of treasury shares
##Impact on account of adoption of amendment to IAS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingents Assets
(1)excludes treasury shares of 12,568,222 as at December 31, 2022, 13,725,712 as at April 1, 2022, 14,454,720 as at December 31, 2021 and 15,514,732 as at April 1, 2021, held by consolidated trust.
(2)Represents the Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve created out of the profit of the eligible SEZ unit in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA(1)(ii) of Income Tax Act,1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Group for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in terms of the provisions of the Sec 10AA(2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached.

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited    

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

 

D. Sundaram

Director

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer

 

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 



Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

 

Accounting Policy

 

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit for the period is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Group are segregated. The Group considers all highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash to be cash equivalents.

 

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Note Nine months ended
  December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Operating activities:      
Net Profit    2,238  2,215
Adjustments to reconcile net profit to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation and amortization 2.19  388  348
Interest and dividend income    (105)  (77)
Finance Cost    25  20
Income tax expense 2.12  859  823
Exchange differences on translation of assets and liabilities, net    47  5
Impairment loss under expected credit loss model    25  19
Stock compensation expense 2.11  48  41
Other adjustments    84  19
Changes in working capital      
Trade receivables and unbilled revenue    (915)  (817)
Prepayments and other assets    (311)  (159)
Trade payables    80  150
Unearned revenue    98  282
Other liabilities and provisions    308  408
Cash generated from operations    2,869  3,277
Income taxes paid    (824)  (777)
Net cash generated by operating activities    2,045  2,500
Investing activities:      
Expenditure on property, plant and equipment and intangibles    (224)  (206)
Deposits placed with corporation    (113)  (106)
Redemption of deposits placed with corporations    84  85
Interest and dividend received    97  84
Payment towards acquisition of business, net of cash acquired    (113)  
Payment of contingent consideration pertaining to acquisition of business    (8)  (7)
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback    (72)  (57)
Redemption of escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback      57
Payments to acquire Investments      
Liquid mutual funds and fixed maturity plan securities    (6,793)  (5,356)
Certificate of deposits    (846)  (198)
Quoted debt securities    (228)  (473)
Commercial papers    (291)  
Other Investments    (2)  (3)
Proceeds on sale of Investments      
Quoted debt securities    273  474
Equity and preference securities    12  
Certificate of deposits    947  67
Commercial papers    162  
Liquid mutual funds    6,666  5,236
Other Investments      1
Other payments      (3)
Other receipts    7  7
Net cash (used)/generated in investing activities    (442)  (398)
Financing activities:      
Payment of Lease Liabilities    (107)  (86)
Payment of dividends    (1,697)  (1,703)
Payment of dividend to non-controlling interests of subsidiary    (3)  (11)
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options    3  2
Other payments    (45)  (3)
Other receipts    15  28
Buy back of equity shares including transaction costs and tax on buyback    (475)  (1,503)
Net cash used in financing activities    (2,309)  (3,276)
Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents    (706)  (1,174)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents    (198)  (61)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 2.1  2,305  3,380
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2.1  1,401  2,145
Supplementary information:      
Restricted cash balance 2.1  46  66

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached.

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited    

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

 

D. Sundaram

Director

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief Financial Officer

 

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 



Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

1.  Overview

 

1.1  Company overview

 

Infosys Limited ('the Company' or Infosys) provides consulting, technology, outsourcing and next-generation digital services, to enable clients to execute strategies for their digital transformation. Infosys strategic objective is to build a sustainable organization that remains relevant to the agenda of clients, while creating growth opportunities for employees and generating profitable returns for investors. Infosys strategy is to be a navigator for our clients as they ideate, plan and execute on their journey to a digital future.

 

Infosys together with its subsidiaries and controlled trusts is herein after referred to as the "Group".

 

The company is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in India and has its registered office at Electronics city, Hosur Road, Bengaluru 560100, Karnataka, India. The company has its primary listings on the BSE Ltd. and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The company’s American Depositary Shares (ADS) representing equity shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

 

The Group's interim condensed consolidated financial statements are approved for issue by the company's Board of Directors on January 12, 2023.

 

1.2  Basis of preparation of financial statements

 

The interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in compliance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting as issued by International Accounting Standards Board, under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis except for certain financial instruments which have been measured at fair values. Accordingly, these interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all the information required for a complete set of financial statements. These interim condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes included in the company’s Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended March 31, 2022. Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

 

As the quarter and year to date figures are taken from the source and rounded to the nearest digits, the quarter figures in this statement added up to the figures reported for the previous quarters might not always add up to the year to date figures reported in this statement.

 

1.3  Basis of consolidation

 

Infosys consolidates entities which it owns or controls. The interim condensed consolidated financial statements comprise the financial statements of the company, its controlled trusts and its subsidiaries. Control exists when the parent has power over the entity, is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns by using its power over the entity. Power is demonstrated through existing rights that give the ability to direct relevant activities, those which significantly affect the entity's returns. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the date control commences until the date control ceases.

 

The financial statements of the Group companies are consolidated on a line-by-line basis and intra-group balances and transactions including unrealized gain / loss from such transactions are eliminated upon consolidation. The financial statements are prepared by applying uniform accounting policies in use at the Group. Non-controlling interests which represent part of the net profit or loss and net assets of subsidiaries that are not, directly or indirectly, owned or controlled by the company, are excluded.

 

1.4  Use of estimates and judgments

 

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires management to make estimates, judgments and assumptions. These estimates, judgments and assumptions affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Application of accounting policies that require critical accounting estimates involving complex and subjective judgments and the use of assumptions in these financial statements have been disclosed in Note 1.5. Accounting estimates could change from period to period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Appropriate changes in estimates are made as management becomes aware of changes in circumstances surrounding the estimates. Changes in estimates and judgements are reflected in the financial statements in the period in which changes are made and, if material, their effects are disclosed in the notes to the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

1.5  Critical accounting estimates and judgements

 

a.  Revenue recognition

 

The Group’s contracts with customers include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved, in writing, by the parties to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. The Group assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. Identification of distinct performance obligations to determine the deliverables and the ability of the customer to benefit independently from such deliverables, and allocation of transaction price to these distinct performance obligations involves significant judgement.

 

Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period. Revenue from fixed price maintenance contract is recognized ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and Group’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of the contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. The use of method to recognize the maintenance revenues requires judgment and is based on the promises in the contract and nature of the deliverables.

 

The Group uses the percentage-of-completion method in accounting for other fixed-price contracts. Use of the percentage-of-completion method requires the Group to determine the actual efforts or costs expended to date as a proportion of the estimated total efforts or costs to be incurred. Efforts or costs expended have been used to measure progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. The estimation of total efforts or costs involves significant judgement and is assessed throughout the period of the contract to reflect any changes based on the latest available information.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Group is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Group is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the Group first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Group considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore, is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

b.  Income taxes

 

The Group's two major tax jurisdictions are India and the U.S., though the company also files tax returns in other overseas jurisdictions.

 

Significant judgments are involved in determining the provision for income taxes, including amount expected to be paid/recovered for uncertain tax positions.

 

In assessing the realizability of deferred income tax assets, Management considers whether some portion or all of the deferred income tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred income tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which the temporary differences become deductible. Management considers the scheduled reversals of deferred income tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based on the level of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred income tax assets are deductible, management believes that the group will realize the benefits of those deductible differences. The amount of the deferred income tax assets considered realizable, however, could be reduced in the near term if estimates of future taxable income during the carry forward period are reduced (Refer to note 2.12).

 

c.  Business combinations and intangible assets

 

Business combinations are accounted for using IFRS 3 (Revised), Business Combinations. IFRS 3 requires us to fair value identifiable intangible assets and contingent consideration to ascertain the net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquiree. Estimates are required to be made in determining the value of contingent consideration, value of option arrangements and intangible assets. These valuations are conducted by external valuation experts. These measurements are based on information available at the acquisition date and are based on expectations and assumptions that have been deemed reasonable by management. (Refer to note 2.10)

 

d.  Property, plant and equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment represent a significant proportion of the asset base of the Group. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The useful lives and residual values of Group's assets are determined by management at the time the asset is acquired and reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology (Refer to note 2.7).

 

e.  Impairment of Goodwill

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis and whenever there is an indication that the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit (CGUs) is less than it’s carrying amount. For the impairment test, goodwill is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition and which represent the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes.

 

The recoverable amount of CGUs is determined based on higher of value-in-use and fair value less cost to sell. Key assumptions in the cash flow projections are prepared based on current economic conditions and comprises estimated long term growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimated operating margins (Refer to note 2.9).

 

1.6  Recent accounting pronouncements

 

New and revised IFRS Standards in issue but not yet effective:

 

Amendments to IAS 8, Accounting Policies, Changes in

Accounting Estimates and Errors

Definition of Accounting Estimates

 

Amendments to IAS 1, Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure of Accounting Policies

Amendments to IAS12, Income taxes

Deferred Tax related to Assets and Liabilities arising from a Single Transaction

Amendments to IFRS 16, Leases

Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback

 

 

Amendments to IAS 8

 

On February 12, 2021 International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendments to IAS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting estimates and Errors which introduced a definition of ‘accounting estimates’ and included amendments to IAS 8 to help entities distinguish changes in accounting policies from changes in accounting estimates.

 

The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, although early adoption is permitted. The Group has evaluated the amendment and there is no impact on its condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Amendments to IAS 1

 

On February 12, 2021 International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendments to IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements and IFRS Practice Statement 2 Making Materiality Judgements which requires the entities to disclose their material accounting policies rather than their significant accounting policies.

 

The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, although early adoption is permitted. The Group is in the process of evaluating the impact of the amendment.

 

Amendments to IAS 12

 

On May 7,2021, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendment to IAS 12 Income Taxes which narrowed the scope of the initial recognition exemption so that it does not apply to transactions that give rise to equal and offsetting temporary differences.

 

The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, although early adoption is permitted. The Group has evaluated the amendment and there is no impact on its condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Amendments to IFRS 16

 

On September 22, 2022, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendments to IFRS 16 Leases, which added requirements explaining the subsequent measurement for a sale and leaseback transaction. These amendments will not change the accounting for leases other than those arising in a sale and leaseback transaction.

 

The effective date for the adoption of this amendment is annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2024, although early adoption is permitted. The Group has evaluated the amendment and there is no impact on its condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

2.  Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

2.1  Cash and cash equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents consist of the following:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Cash and bank deposits  1,130  1,840
Deposits with financial institutions  271  465
Total Cash and cash equivalents  1,401  2,305

 

Cash and cash equivalents as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 include restricted cash and bank balances of $46 million and $62 million, respectively. The restrictions are primarily on account of bank balances held by irrevocable trusts controlled by the company and bank balances held as margin money deposits against guarantees.

 

The deposits maintained by the Group with banks and financial institutions comprise of time deposits, which can be withdrawn by the Group at any point without prior notice or penalty on the principal.

 

2.2  Investments

 

The carrying value of investments are as follows:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
(i) Current investments    
Amortized cost    
Quoted debt securities  43  29
Fair value through profit or loss    
Liquid Mutual fund units  382  266
Fair Value through Other comprehensive income    
Quoted debt securities  167  133
Certificate of deposits  334  452
Commercial Paper  129  
Total current investments  1,055  880
(ii) Non-current investments    
Amortized cost    
Quoted debt securities  212  251
Fair value through Other comprehensive income    
Quoted debt securities  1,240  1,501
Unquoted equity and preference securities  26  26
Fair value through profit or loss    
Unquoted Preference securities    3
Unquoted Compulsorily convertible debentures    1
Others(1)  19  19
Total Non-current investments  1,497  1,801
Total investments  2,552  2,681
Investment carried at amortized cost  255  280
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  1,896  2,112
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss  401  289

 

(1)Uncalled capital commitments outstanding as on December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 was $11 million and $4 million, respectively.

 

Refer note 2.3 for accounting policies on financial instruments.

 

Method of fair valuation: (Dollars in millions)
Class of investment Method Fair value
    As at December 31, 2022 As at March 31, 2022
Liquid mutual fund units Quoted price  382  266
Quoted debt securities- carried at amortized cost Quoted price and market observable inputs  280  323
Quoted debt securities- carried at Fair value through other comprehensive income Quoted price and market observable inputs  1,407  1,634
Commercial Paper Market observable inputs  129  
Certificate of deposits Market observable inputs  334  452
Unquoted equity and preference securities carried at fair value through other comprehensive income Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  26  26
Unquoted equity and preference securities - carried at fair value through profit or loss Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model    3
Unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures - carried at fair value through profit or loss Discounted cash flows method    1
Others Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  19  19
Total    2,577  2,724

 

Certain quoted investments are classified as Level 2 in the absence of active market for such investments.

 

2.3  Financial instruments

 

Accounting Policy

 

2.3.1  Initial recognition

 

The group recognizes financial assets and financial liabilities when it becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. All financial assets and liabilities are recognized at fair value on initial recognition, except for trade receivables which are initially measured at transaction price. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, that are not at fair value through profit or loss, are added to the fair value on initial recognition. Regular way purchase and sale of financial assets are accounted for at trade date.

 

2.3.2  Subsequent measurement

 

a.  Non-derivative financial instruments

 

(i)  Financial assets carried at amortized cost

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at amortized cost if it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold the asset in order to collect contractual cash flows and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

 

(ii)  Financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI)

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income if it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. The Group has made an irrevocable election for its investments which are classified as equity instruments to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income based on its business model.

 

(iii)  Financial assets carried at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

 

A financial asset which is not classified in any of the above categories is subsequently fair valued through profit or loss.

 

(iv)  Financial liabilities

 

Financial liabilities are subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method, except for contingent consideration and financial liability under option arrangements recognized in a business combination which is subsequently measured at fair value through profit or loss.

 

b.  Derivative financial instruments

 

The group holds derivative financial instruments such as foreign exchange forward and option contracts to mitigate the risk of changes in exchange rates on foreign currency exposures. The counterparty for such contracts is generally a bank.

 

(i)  Financial assets or financial liabilities carried at fair value through profit or loss.

 

This category includes derivative financial assets or liabilities which are not designated as hedges.

 

Although the group believes that these derivatives constitute hedges from an economic perspective, they may not qualify for hedge accounting under IFRS 9, Financial Instruments. Any derivative that is either not designated as hedge, or is so designated but is ineffective as per IFRS 9, is categorized as a financial asset or financial liability carried at fair value through profit or loss.

 

Derivatives not designated as hedges are recognized initially at fair value and attributable transaction costs are recognized in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income when incurred. Subsequent to initial recognition, these derivatives are measured at fair value through profit or loss and the resulting exchange gains or losses are included in other income. Assets/ liabilities in this category are presented as current assets/current liabilities if they are either held for trading or are expected to be realized within 12 months after the balance sheet date.

 

(ii)  Cash flow hedge

 

The group designates certain foreign exchange forward and options contracts as cash flow hedges to mitigate the risk of foreign exchange exposure on highly probable forecast cash transaction. ..

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized immediately in the net profit in the statement of comprehensive income. If the hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognized in cash flow hedging reserve till the period the hedge was effective remains in cash flow hedging reserve until the forecasted transaction occurs. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the net profit in the statement of comprehensive income upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, then the amount accumulated in cash flow hedging reserve is reclassified to net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

2.3.3  Derecognition of financial instruments

 

The group derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire or it transfers the financial asset and the transfer qualifies for derecognition under IFRS 9. A financial liability (or a part of a financial liability) is derecognized from the group's balance sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged or cancelled or expires.

 

2.3.4  Fair value of financial instruments

 

In determining the fair value of its financial instruments, the group uses a variety of methods and assumptions that are based on market conditions and risks existing at each reporting date. The methods used to determine fair value include discounted cash flow analysis, available quoted market prices and dealer quotes. All methods of assessing fair value result in general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.

 

Refer to table ‘Financial instruments by category’ below for the disclosure on carrying value and fair value of financial assets and liabilities. For financial assets and liabilities maturing within one year from the Balance Sheet date and which are not carried at fair value, the carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

2.3.5  Impairment

 

The Group recognizes loss allowances using the expected credit loss (ECL) model for the financial assets and unbilled revenue which are not fair valued through profit or loss. Loss allowance for trade receivables and unbilled revenues with no significant financing component is measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECL. For all other financial assets, expected credit losses are measured at an amount equal to the 12-month ECL, unless there has been a significant increase in credit risk from initial recognition in which case those are measured at lifetime ECL.

 

The Group determines the allowance for credit losses based on historical loss experience adjusted to reflect current and estimated future economic conditions. The Group considers current and anticipated future economic conditions relating to industries the Group deals with and the countries where it operates.

 

The amount of expected credit losses (or reversal) that is required to adjust the loss allowance at the reporting date to the amount that is required to be recorded is recognized as an impairment gain or loss in condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

Financial instruments by category

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at December 31, 2022 were as follows:

 

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Amortized
cost
Financial assets/ liabilities at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets/liabilities at fair value through OCI Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon initial recognition Mandatory Equity instruments designated upon initial recognition Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to note 2.1)  1,401          1,401  1,401
Investments (Refer to Note 2.2)              
Liquid mutual fund units      382      382  382
Quoted debt securities  255        1,407  1,662  1,687 (1)
Certificate of deposits          334  334  334
Commercial Paper        129  129  129
Unquoted equity and preference securities        26    26  26
Unquoted investment others      19      19  19
Trade receivables  3,343        3,343  3,343
Unbilled revenues (Refer to note 2.17)(3)  990          990  990
Prepayments and other assets (Refer to Note 2.4)  650        650  642 (2)
Derivative financial instruments      9    2  11  11
Total  6,639    410  26  1,872  8,947  8,964
Liabilities:              
Trade payables  579          579  579
Lease liabilities  933          933  933
Derivative financial instruments      23    4  27  27
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to note 2.5)      81      81  81
Other liabilities including contingent consideration (Refer to note 2.5)  2,170    11      2,181  2,181
Total  3,682    115    4  3,801  3,801

 

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on quoted debt securities carried at amortized cost of $8 million.
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue for contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at March 31, 2022 were as follows:

 

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Amortized
cost
Financial assets/ liabilities at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets/liabilities at fair value through OCI Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon initial recognition Mandatory Equity instruments designated upon initial recognition Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to Note 2.1)  2,305        2,305  2,305
Investments (Refer note 2.2)              
Liquid mutual fund units      266      266  266
Quoted debt securities  280        1,634  1,914  1,957 (1)
Certificate of deposits          452  452  452

Unquoted Compulsorily convertible

Debentures

     1      1  1

Unquoted equity and preference

Securities

     3  26    29  29
Unquoted investment others      19      19  19
Trade receivables  2,995          2,995  2,995
Unbilled revenues(Refer to Note 2.17)(3)  838          838  838
Prepayments and other assets (Refer to Note 2.4)  526          526  514 (2)
Derivative financial instruments    16    3  19  19
Total  6,944    305  26  2,089  9,364  9,395
Liabilities:              
Trade payables  545          545  545
Lease liabilities  722          722  722
Derivative financial instruments    8      8  8
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to note 2.5)    86      86  86
Other liabilities including contingent consideration (Refer to note 2.5)  1,989    16      2,005  2,005
Total  3,256    110      3,366  3,366

 

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on quoted debt securities carried at amortized cost of $12 million.
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue for contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

For trade receivables and trade payables and other assets and payables maturing within one year from the balance sheet date, the carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

Fair value hierarchy

 

Level 1 - Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

 

Level 2 – Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices).

 

Level 3 - Inputs for the assets or liabilities that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

 

The following table presents fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities as at December 31, 2022

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at December 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in liquid mutual fund units (Refer to Note 2.2)  382  382    
Investments in quoted debt securities (Refer to Note 2.2)  1,687  1,274  413  
Investments in certificate of deposit (Refer to Note 2.2)  334    334  
Investments in commercial paper (Refer to Note 2.2)  129    129  
Investments in unquoted equity and preference securities (Refer to Note 2.2)  26      26
Investments in unquoted investments others (Refer to Note 2.2)  19      19
Derivative financial instruments - gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  11    11  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments - loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  27  27
Financial liability under option arrangements  81      81
Liability towards contingent consideration (Refer to note 2.5)*  11  11

 


*Discount rate pertaining to contingent consideration ranges from 9 % to 14 %

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, quoted debt securities of $118 million were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on quoted price and quoted debt securities of $325 million were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

The following table presents fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities as at March 31, 2022

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at March 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in liquid mutual fund units (Refer to Note 2.2)  266  266    
Investments in quoted debt securities (Refer to Note 2.2)  1,957  1,721  236  
Investments in unquoted equity and preference securities (Refer to Note 2.2)  29      29
Investments in certificate of deposit (Refer to Note 2.2)  452    452  
Investments in unquoted investments others (Refer to Note 2.2)  19      19
Investments in unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures (Refer to Note 2.2)  1      1
Derivative financial instruments- gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  19    19  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments- loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  8    8  
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to Note 2.5)  86      86
Liability towards contingent consideration (Refer to Note 2.5)*  16      16

 


*Discount rate pertaining to contingent consideration ranges from 8% to 14.5%

 

During the year ended March 31, 2022 quoted debt securities of $76 million were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on quoted price and quoted debt securities of $127 million were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

A one percentage point change in the unobservable inputs used in fair valuation of Level 3 assets and liabilities does not have a significant impact in its value.

 

Majority of investments of the Group are fair valued based on Level 1 or Level 2 inputs. These investments primarily include investment in liquid mutual fund units, quoted debt securities, certificates of deposit, commercial paper, quoted bonds issued by government and quasi government organizations. The Group invests after considering counterparty risks based on multiple criteria including Tier I Capital, Capital Adequacy Ratio, credit rating, profitability, NPA levels and deposit base of banks and financial institutions. These risks are monitored regularly as per Group’s risk management program.

 

2.4  Prepayments and other assets

 

Prepayments and other assets consist of the following:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Rental deposits  5  8
Security deposits  1  1
Loans to employees  34  33
Prepaid expenses(1)  337  263
Interest accrued and not due  46  48
Withholding taxes and others(1)   352  256
Advance payments to vendors for supply of goods(1)  11  25
Deposit with corporations  284  287
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to buyback (Refer to Note No 2.18.1)**  72  
Deferred contract cost(1)(#)    
Cost of obtaining a contract  115  113
Cost of fulfillment  20  12
Net investment in sublease of right of use asset  6  6
Other non financial assets(1)  41  43
Other financial assets  31  38
Total Current prepayment and other assets  1,355  1,133
Non-current    
Loans to employees  5  5
Security deposits  6  6
Deposit with corporations  12  4
Defined benefit plan assets(1)  2  3
Prepaid expenses(1)  18  13
Deferred contract cost(1)(#)    
Cost of obtaining a contract  23  78
Cost of fulfillment  66  41
Withholding taxes and others(1)   83  89
Net investment in sublease of right of use asset  39  43
Rental Deposits  27  24
Other financial assets  82  23
Total Non- current prepayment and other assets  363  329
Total prepayment and other assets  1,718  1,462
Financial assets in prepayments and other assets  650  526

 

(1)Non financial assets

 

Withholding taxes and others primarily consist of input tax credits and Cenvat recoverable from Government of India.

 

Deposit with corporation represents amounts deposited to settle certain employee-related obligations as and when they arise during the normal course of business.

 

#Includes technology assets taken over by the Group from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Group in accordance with IFRS 15 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Group has entered into financing arrangements with a third party for these assets. As at December 31, 2022, the financial liability pertaining to such arrangements amounts to $90 million. During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, $5 million was settled directly by the third party to the customer on behalf of the Group and accordingly considered as non-cash transaction (Refer to note 2.5)
**Includes $29 million towards shares purchased but not settled as of December 31, 2022

 

2.5  Other liabilities

 

Other liabilities comprise the following:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Accrued compensation to employees  427  536
Accrued defined benefit plan liability(1)  1  1
Accrued expenses  948  986
Withholding taxes and others (1)   410  374
Retention money  2  2
Liabilities of controlled trusts  26  28
Deferred income - government grants(1)  1  1
Liability towards contingent consideration  11  9
Capital creditors  47  57
Financial Liability on account of buyback(2) (Refer to note 2.18)  195  
Tax on buyback(1) (Refer to note 2.18)  78  
Financial liability under option arrangements  81  
Other financial liabilities#  305  176
Total Current other liabilities  2,532  2,170
Non-Current    
Liability towards contingent consideration    7
Accrued compensation to employees  1  1
Accrued expenses  181  125
Accrued defined benefit plan liability(1)  57  50
Deferred income - government grants(1)  7  8
Deferred income (1)  1  1
Financial liability under option arrangements    86
Other non financial liabilities(1)  1  1
Other financial liabilities#  38  77
Total Non-current other liabilities  286  356
Total other liabilities  2,818  2,526
Financial liabilities included in other liabilities  2,262  2,090
Financial liability towards contingent consideration on an undiscounted basis  12  17

 

(1)Non financial liabilities

 

(2)In accordance with IAS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation, the Company has recorded a financial liability as at December 31, 2022 for the obligation to acquire its own equity shares to the extent of standing instructions provided to its registered broker for the buyback (Refer to note 2.18). The financial liability is recognized at the present value of the maximum amount that the Company would be required to pay to the registered broker for buy back, with a corresponding debit in general reserve / retained earnings.

 

Accrued expenses primarily relate to cost of technical sub-contractors, telecommunication charges, legal and professional charges, brand building expenses, overseas travel expenses and office maintenance.

 

#Deferred contract cost (in note 2.4) includes technology assets taken over by the Company from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Company in accordance with IFRS 15 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Group has entered in to financing arrangements with a third party for these assets. As at December 31, 2022, the financial liability pertaining to such arrangements amounts to $90 million. During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, $5 million was settled directly by the third party to the customer on behalf of the Group and accordingly considered as non-cash transaction

 

2.6  Provisions and other contingencies

 

Accounting Policy

 

Provisions

 

A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation that is reasonably estimable, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows at a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability.

 

Contingent liability is a possible obligation arising from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the entity or a present obligation that arises from past events but is not recognised because it is not probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation or the amount of the obligation cannot be measured with sufficient reliability.

 

Post sales client support

 

The Group provides its clients with a fixed-period post sales support for its fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts. Costs associated with such support services are accrued at the time related revenues are recorded and included in cost of sales. The Group estimates such costs based on historical experience and estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis for any material changes in assumptions and likelihood of occurrence.

 

Onerous contracts

 

Provisions for onerous contracts are recognized when the expected benefits to be derived by the Group from a contract are lower than the unavoidable costs of meeting the future obligations under the contract. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract. The provision is measured at the present value of the lower of the expected cost of terminating the contract and the expected net cost of continuing with the contract. Before a provision is established the Group recognizes any impairment loss on the assets associated with that contract.

 

Provisions comprise the following:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Provision for post sales client support and other provisions  171  129
   171  129

 

Provision for post sales client support represents costs associated with providing post sales support services which are accrued at the time of recognition of revenues and are expected to be utilized over a period of 1 year.

 

Provision for post sales client support and other provisions is included in cost of sales in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

As at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, claims against the Group, not acknowledged as debts, (excluding demands from income tax authorities- Refer to Note 2.12) amounted to $84 million (691 crore) and $84 million (640 crore), respectively.

 

Legal Proceedings

 

The Group is subject to legal proceedings and claims, which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. The Group’s management reasonably expects that these legal actions, when ultimately concluded and determined, will not have a material and adverse effect on the Group’s results of operations or financial condition.

 

2.7  Property, plant and equipment

 

Accounting Policy

 

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any. Costs directly attributable to acquisition are capitalized until the property, plant and equipment are ready for use, as intended by management. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived at after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The group depreciates property, plant and equipment over their estimated useful lives using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives of assets are as follows:

 

Building 22-25 years
Plant and machinery(1) 5 years
Computer equipment 3-5 years
Furniture and fixtures 5 years
Vehicles 5 years
Leasehold improvements Lower of useful life of the asset or lease term

 

(1)includes solar plant with a useful life of 20 years

 

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The useful lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology.

 

Advances paid towards the acquisition of property, plant and equipment outstanding at each balance sheet date and the cost of assets not ready to use before such date are disclosed under ‘Capital work-in-progress’. Subsequent expenditures relating to property, plant and equipment is capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. Repairs and maintenance costs are recognized in the statement of comprehensive income when incurred. The cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the financial statements upon sale or retirement of the asset and the resultant gains or losses are recognized in net profit in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

Impairment

 

Property, plant and equipment are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for three months ended December 31, 2022:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2022  176  1,393  618  1,094  409  5  3,695
Additions    20  16  42  14    92
Deletions*        (48)  (2)    (50)
Translation difference  (3)  (19)  (11)  (13)  (4)  1  (49)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  173  1,394  623  1,075  417  6  3,688
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2022    (530)  (472)  (782)  (318)  (5)  (2,107)
Depreciation    (13)  (14)  (42)  (11)    (80)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*        48  2    50
Translation difference    8  8  10  3    29
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (535)  (478)  (766)  (324)  (5)  (2,108)
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2022              42
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  173  859  145  309  93  1  1,622
Capital work-in progress as at October 1, 2022              59
Carrying value as at October 1, 2022  176  863  146  312  91    1,647

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for three months ended December 31, 2021:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2021  190  1,488  693  1,055  425  6  3,857
Additions  2  8  11  45  4    70
Deletions*      (8)  (18)  (4)    (30)
Translation difference      (1)  (1)      (2)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  192  1,496  695  1,081  425  6  3,895
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2021    (523)  (510)  (767)  (312)  (5)  (2,117)
Depreciation    (14)  (15)  (36)  (10)  (1)  (76)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      5  18  3    26
Translation difference        1  (1)  1  1
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (537)  (520)  (784)  (320)  (5)  (2,166)
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2021              67
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021  192  959  175  297  105  1  1,796
Capital work-in progress as at October 1, 2021              69
Carrying value as at October 1, 2021  190  965  183  288  113  1  1,809

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for nine months ended December 31, 2022:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2022  188  1,481  653  1,125  423  6  3,876
Additions    38  33  127  35    233
Additions- Business Combination (Refer Note 2.10)      1  1      2
Deletions*      (5)  (84)  (6)    (95)
Translation difference  (15)  (125)  (59)  (94)  (35)    (328)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  173  1,394  623  1,075  417  6  3,688
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2022    (541)  (484)  (796)  (324)  (5)  (2,150)
Depreciation    (41)  (44)  (121)  (33)    (239)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      5  84  6    95
Translation difference    47  45  67  27    186
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (535)  (478)  (766)  (324)  (5)  (2,108)
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2022              42
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  173  859  145  309  93  1  1,622
Capital work-in progress as at April 1, 2022              67
Carrying value as at April 1, 2022  188  940  169  329  99  1  1,793

 

*During the three months ended and nine months ended December 31, 2022, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of $33 million (net book value: Nil) and $62 million (net book value: Nil) respectively, were retired.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for nine months ended December 31, 2021 :

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2021  191  1,445  679  1,045  416  6  3,782
Additions  4  70  36  132  20    262
Deletions*      (9)  (80)  (6)    (95)
Translation difference  (3)  (19)  (11)  (16)  (5)    (54)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  192  1,496  695  1,081  425  6  3,895
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2021    (503)  (492)  (771)  (294)  (4)  (2,064)
Depreciation    (42)  (42)  (105)  (34)  (1)  (224)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      6  80  5    91
Translation difference    8  8  12  3    31
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (537)  (520)  (784)  (320)  (5)  (2,166)
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2021              67
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021  192  959  175  297  105  1  1,796
Capital work-in progress as at April 1, 2021              145
Carrying value as at April 1, 2021  191  942  187  274  122  2  1,863

 

*During the three months ended and nine months ended December 31, 2021, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of $8 million (net book value: Nil) and $43 million (net book value: Nil) respectively, were retired.

 

The aggregate depreciation expense is included in cost of sales in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

The Group had contractual commitments for capital expenditure primarily comprise of commitments for infrastructure facilities and computer equipments aggregating to $89 million and $164 million as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

2.8  Leases

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Group as a lessee

 

The Group’s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for land, buildings and computers. The group assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the group assesses whether: (1) the contract involves the use of an identified asset (2) the group has substantially all of the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and (3) the group has the right to direct the use of the asset.

 

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Group recognizes a right-of-use asset (“ROU”) and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Group recognizes the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

 

As a lessee, the Group determines the lease term as the non-cancellable period of a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The Group makes an assessment on the expected lease term on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs relating to the termination of the lease and the importance of the underlying asset to Infosys’s operations taking into account the location of the underlying asset and the availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the current economic circumstances.

 

Certain lease arrangements include the options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised.

 

The right-of-use assets are initially recognized at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

 

Right-of-use assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over the shorter of the lease term and useful life of the underlying asset.

 

Right of use assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

The lease liability is initially measured at amortized cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of these leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use asset if the group changes its assessment if whether it will exercise an extension or a termination option.

 

Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows.

 

The Group as a lessor

 

Leases for which the group is a lessor is classified as a finance or operating lease. Whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee, the contract is classified as a finance lease. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

 

When the Group is an intermediate lessor, it accounts for its interests in the head lease and the sublease separately. The sublease is classified as a finance or operating lease by reference to the right-of-use asset arising from the head lease.

 

For operating leases, rental income is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2022

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Category of ROU asset
  Land Buildings Vehicle Computer Total
Balance as of October 1, 2022  77  472  2  141  692
Additions*    17    122  139
Deletions    (1)    (11)  (12)
Depreciation  (1)  (20)    (20)  (41)
Translation difference  (1)  (3)    9  5
Balance as of December 31, 2022  75  465  2  241  783

 

*Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2021

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Category of ROU asset
  Land Buildings Vehicle Computer Total
Balance as of October 1, 2021  85  504  2  29  620
Additions*    32    25  57
Deletions    (9)    (2)  (11)
Depreciation    (23)    (5)  (28)
Translation difference    (1)      (1)
Balance as of December 31, 2021  85  503  2  47  637

 

*Net of adjustments on account of modifications

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2022

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Category of ROU asset
  Land Buildings Vehicle Computer Total
Balance as of April 1, 2022  83  489  2  62  636
Additions*    79  1  248  328
Deletions    (1)    (31)  (32)
Depreciation  (1)  (62)  (1)  (39)  (103)
Translation difference  (7)  (40)    1  (46)
Balance as of December 31, 2022  75  465  2  241  783

 

*Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2021

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Category of ROU asset
  Land Buildings Vehicle Computer Total
Balance as of April 1, 2021  86  545  3  22  656
Additions*    40    39  79
Deletions    (9)    (4)  (13)
Depreciation  (1)  (65)  (1)  (9)  (76)
Translation difference    (8)    (1)  (9)
Balance as of December 31, 2021  85  503  2  47  637

 

*Net of adjustments on account of modifications

 

The aggregate depreciation expense on ROU assets is included in cost of sales in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

The following is the break-up of current and non-current lease liabilities as of December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current lease liabilities  138  115
Non-current lease liabilities  795  607
Total  933  722

 

2.9  Goodwill and intangible assets

 

2.9.1  Goodwill

 

Accounting Policy

 

Goodwill represents purchase consideration in excess of the Group's interest in the net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquired entity. When the net fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired exceeds the purchase consideration, the fair value of net assets acquired is reassessed and the bargain purchase gain is recognized immediately in the net profit in the Statement of Comprehensive Income. Goodwill is measured at cost less accumulated impairment losses.

 

Impairment

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis and whenever there is an indication that the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit (CGU) is less than its carrying amount. For the impairment test, goodwill is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGU’s which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition and which represents the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes. A CGU is the smallest identifiable group of assets that generates cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or group of assets. Impairment occurs when the carrying amount of a CGU including the goodwill, exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the CGU. The recoverable amount of a CGU is the higher of its fair value less cost to sell and its value-in-use. Value-in-use is the present value of future cash flows expected to be derived from the CGU. Key assumptions in the cash flow projections are prepared based on current economic conditions and includes estimated long term growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimated operating margins.

 

Total impairment loss of a CGU is allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of goodwill allocated to the CGU and then to the other assets of the CGU pro-rata on the basis of the carrying amount of each asset in the CGU. An impairment loss on goodwill is recognized in net profit in the Statement of Comprehensive Income and is not reversed in the subsequent period.

 

Following is a summary of changes in the carrying amount of goodwill:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Carrying value at the beginning  817  832
Goodwill on acquisition (Refer to Note 2.10)  79  
Translation differences  (20)  (15)
Carrying value at the end  876  817

 

For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs, which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition.

 

2.9.2  Intangibles

 

Accounting policy

 

Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. Intangible assets are amortized over their respective individual estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. The estimated useful life of an identifiable intangible asset is based on a number of factors including the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and other economic factors (such as the stability of the industry and known technological advances), and the level of maintenance expenditures required to obtain the expected future cash flows from the asset. Amortization methods and useful lives are reviewed periodically including at each financial year end.

 

Research costs are expensed as incurred. Software product development costs are expensed as incurred unless technical and commercial feasibility of the project is demonstrated, future economic benefits are probable, the Group has an intention and ability to complete and use or sell the software and the costs can be measured reliably. The costs which can be capitalized include the cost of material, direct labour, overhead costs that are directly attributable to preparing the asset for its intended use.

 

Impairment

 

Intangible assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the CGU to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in the net profit in the statement of comprehensive income is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in the net profit in the statement of comprehensive income if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated amortization) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

2.10  Business combinations

 

Accounting Policy

 

Business combinations have been accounted for using the acquisition method under the provisions of IFRS 3 (Revised), Business Combinations.

 

The purchase price in an acquisition is measured at the fair value of the assets transferred, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the date of acquisition, which is the date on which control is transferred to the Group. The purchase price also includes the fair value of any contingent consideration. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured initially at their fair value on the date of acquisition. Contingent consideration is remeasured at fair value at each reporting date and changes in the fair value of the contingent consideration are recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income.

 

The interest of non-controlling shareholders is initially measured either at fair value or at the non-controlling interests’ proportionate share of the acquiree’s identifiable net assets. The choice of measurement basis is made on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis. Subsequent to acquisition, the carrying amount of non-controlling interests is the amount of those interests at initial recognition plus the non-controlling interests’ share of subsequent changes in equity of subsidiaries.

 

Business combinations between entities under common control is outside the scope of IFRS 3 (Revised), Business Combinations and is accounted for at carrying value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed.

 

The payments related to options issued by the Group over the non-controlling interests in its subsidiaries are accounted as financial liabilities and initially recognized at the estimated present value of gross obligations. Such options are subsequently measured at fair value in order to reflect the amount payable under the option at the date at which it becomes exercisable. In the event that the option expires unexercised, the liability is derecognised.

 

Transaction costs that the Group incurs in connection with a business combination such as finders’ fees, legal fees, due diligence fees, and other professional and consulting fees are expensed as incurred.

 

Acquisition

 

Oddity

 

On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd ) acquired 100% voting interests in oddity GmbH, oddity group services GmbH, oddity space GmbH, oddity jungle GmbH, oddity code GmbH and oddity waves GmbH (collectively known as oddity), Germany-based digital marketing, experience, and commerce agency. This acquisition is expected to strengthen the Group's creative, branding and experience design capabilities in Germany and across Europe.

 

The purchase price is allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based upon determination of fair values at the dates of acquisition as follows:

(Dollars in millions)

Component Acquiree's carrying amount Fair value adjustments Purchase price allocated
Net Assets(1) 6 6
Intangible assets –      
Customer contracts and relationships(2) 13 13
Deferred tax liabilities on intangible assets (4) (4)
Total 6 9 15
Goodwill     23
Total purchase price     38

 

(1)Includes cash and cash equivalents acquired of $ 3 million.
(2)The estimated useful life is around 5 years.

 

The excess of the purchase consideration paid over the fair value of assets acquired has been attributed to goodwill. The primary items that generated this goodwill are the value of the acquired assembled workforce and estimated synergies neither of which qualify as an intangible asset.

 

Goodwill is not tax-deductible.

 

The purchase consideration of $ 38 million includes cash of $ 32 million and contingent consideration with an estimated fair value of $ 6 million as on the date of acquisition.

 

At the acquisition date, the key inputs used in determination of the fair value of contingent consideration are the probabilities assigned towards achievement of financial targets and discount rate of 12.5%. The undiscounted value of contingent consideration as of December 31, 2022 was $7 million. Additionally, this acquisition has retention bonus payable to the employees of the acquiree over three years, subject to their continuous employment with the group along with achievement of financial targets for the respective years. Bonus is recognized in employee benefit expenses in the statement of comprehensive income over the period of service.

 

Fair value of trade receivables acquired, is $5 million as of acquisition date and as of December 31, 2022 the amounts are fully collected.

 

The transaction costs of less than a million related to the acquisition have been included under administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of comprehensive income for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.

 

BASE life science A/S

 

On September 01, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% voting interests in BASE life science A/S, a consulting and technology firm in the life sciences industry in Europe. This acquisition is expected to augment the Group's life sciences expertise, scale its digital transformation capabilities with cloud based industry solutions and expand its presence in Nordics region and across Europe.

 

The purchase price allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based upon determination of fair values at the date of acquisition as follows:

(Dollars in millions)

Component Acquiree's carrying amount Fair value adjustments Purchase price allocated
Net Assets(1) 6 6
Intangible assets –      
Customer contracts and relationships# 21 21
Vendor relationships# 4 4
Brand# 3 3
Deferred tax liabilities on intangible assets (6) (6)
Total 6 22 28
Goodwill     56
Total purchase price     84

 

(1)Includes cash and cash equivalents acquired of less than a million.
#Useful lives are estimated to be in the range of 1 to 6 years

 

The excess of the purchase consideration paid over the fair value of assets acquired has been attributed to goodwill. The primary items that generated this goodwill are the value of the acquired assembled workforce and estimated synergies, neither of which qualify as an intangible asset.

 

Goodwill is not tax-deductible.

 

Additionally, this acquisition has shareholder and employee retention payouts payable to the employees of the acquiree over three years, subject to their continuous employment with the group. Performance and retention bonus is recognised in employee benefit expenses in the Statement of Comprehensive Income over the period of service.

 

Fair value of trade receivables acquired, is $9 million as of acquisition date and as of December 31, 2022 the amounts are substantially collected.

 

The transaction costs of less than a million related to the acquisition have been included under administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of comprehensive income for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.

 

2.11  Employees' Stock Option Plans (ESOP)

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Group recognizes compensation expense relating to share-based payments in net profit based on estimated fair-values of the awards on the grant date. The estimated fair value of awards is recognized as an expense in net profit in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period for each separately vesting portion of the award as if the award was in-substance, multiple awards with a corresponding increase to share premium.

 

Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (the 2019 Plan)

 

On June 22, 2019 pursuant to approval by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting, the Board has been authorized to introduce, offer, issue and provide share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2019 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2019 plan shall not exceed 50,000,000 equity shares. To implement the 2019 Plan, upto 45,000,000 equity shares may be issued by way of secondary acquisition of shares by Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Trust. The Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted under the 2019 plan shall vest based on the achievement of defined annual performance parameters as determined by the administrator (Nomination and Remuneration Committee). The performance parameters will be based on a combination of relative Total Shareholder Return (TSR) against selected industry peers and certain broader market domestic and global indices and operating performance metrics of the company as decided by administrator. Each of the above performance parameters will be distinct for the purposes of calculation of quantity of shares to vest based on performance. These instruments will generally vest between a minimum of 1 to maximum of 3 years from the grant date.

 

2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (the 2015 Plan) :

 

On March 31, 2016, pursuant to the approval by the shareholders through postal ballot, the Board was authorized to introduce, offer, issue and allot share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2015 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2015 plan shall not exceed 24,038,883 equity shares (this includes 11,223,576 equity shares which are held by the trust towards the 2011 Plan as at March 31, 2016). The Company expects to grant the instruments under the 2015 Plan over the period of 4 years. The plan numbers mentioned above would further be adjusted for the September 2018 bonus issue.

 

The equity settled and cash settled RSUs and stock options would vest generally over a period of 4 years and shall be exercisable within the period as approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NARC). The exercise price of the RSUs will be equal to the par value of the shares and the exercise price of the stock options would be the market price as on the date of grant.

 

Controlled trust holds 12,568,222 and 13,725,712 shares as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively under the 2015 plan. Out of these shares, 2,00,000 equity shares each have been earmarked for welfare activities of the employees as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022.

 

The following is the summary of grants during three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

 

Particulars 2019 Plan 2019 Plan 2015 Plan 2015 Plan
  Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021
Equity settled RSU                
KMPs      176,893  73,962      287,325  101,697
Employees other than KMP  3,814    374,774    48,050  25,270  48,050  25,270
   3,814    551,667  73,962  48,050  25,270  335,375  126,967

 

Notes on grants to KMP:

 

CEO & MD

 

Based on the recommendations of the Board and the approval of the shareholders at the AGM held on June 25, 2022, Salil Parekh has been reappointed as the CEO and MD of the Company for a term commencing on July 1, 2022 and ending on March 31, 2027. The remuneration is approved by the shareholders in the AGM. The revised employment agreement is effective July 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2015 plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement effective till June 30,2022, approved the grant of performance-based RSUs of fair value of 13 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 84,361 performance based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Further, in line with the shareholders’ approval and revised employment contract which is effective July 1, 2022, the Board, on July 24, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee:

 

Approved the grant of performance-based RSUs (Annual performance equity grant) of fair value of 21.75 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 140,228 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance equity ESG grant) of fair value of 2 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain environment, social and governance milestones as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 12,894 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance Equity TSR grant) of fair value of 5 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on Company’s performance on cumulative relative TSR over the years and as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 32,236 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2019 plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved performance-based grant of RSUs amounting to 10 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2019 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement effective till June 30,2022 based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 64,983 performance based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Other KMP

 

Under the 2015 plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with employment agreement, the Board, approved performance-based grant of 5,616 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. The performance based RSUs will vest over three years based on certain performance targets.

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved time based grant of 11,990 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over four years.

 

Under the 2019 plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance based grants of 8,000 RSUs to a KMP under the 2019 plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

On May 21, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance based grants of 104,000 RSUs to other KMPs under the 2019 plan. The grants were made effective June 1, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

Break-up of employee stock compensation expense: -

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, 2022 Three months ended December 31, 2021 Nine months ended December 31, 2022 Nine months ended December 31, 2021
Granted to:        
KMP #   2 5 7
Employees other than KMP 14 11 43 34
Total (1) 14 13 48 41
(1) Cash settled stock compensation expense included in the above 1 1   3

 

#Includes reversal of employee stock compensation expense on account of resignation.

 

The fair value of the awards are estimated using the Black-Scholes Model for time and non-market performance based options and Monte Carlo simulation model is used for TSR based options.

 

The inputs to the model include the share price at date of grant, exercise price, expected volatility, expected dividends, expected term and the risk free rate of interest. Expected volatility during the expected term of the options is based on historical volatility of the observed market prices of the Company's publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Expected volatility of the comparative company have been modelled based on historical movements in the market prices of their publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Correlation coefficient is calculated between each peer entity and the indices as a whole or between each entity in the peer group.

 

The fair value of each equity settled award is estimated on the date of grant using the following assumptions:

 

Particulars For options granted in
  Fiscal 2023- Equity Shares-RSU Fiscal 2023- ADS-RSU Fiscal 2022- Equity Shares-RSU Fiscal 2022- ADS-RSU
Weighted average share price () / ($ ADS)  1,525  19.01  1,791  24.45
Exercise price ()/ ($ ADS) 5.00  0.07 5.00 0.07
Expected volatility (%) 23-32 28-34 20-35 25-36
Expected life of the option (years) 1-4 1-4 1-4 1-4
Expected dividends (%) 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-3
Risk-free interest rate (%) 5-7 2-5 4-6 1-3
Weighted average fair value as on grant date () / ($ ADS)  1,283  14.40  1,548  20.82

 

The expected life of the RSU/ESOP is estimated based on the vesting term and contractual term of the RSU/ESOP, as well as expected exercise behavior of the employee who receives the RSU/ESOP.

 

2.12  Income taxes

 

Accounting policy

 

Income tax expense comprises current and deferred income tax. Income tax expense is recognized in net profit in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income except to the extent that it relates to items recognized directly in equity, in which case it is recognized in equity or other comprehensive income. Current income tax for current and prior periods is recognized at the amount expected to be paid to or recovered from the tax authorities, using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for all temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements except when the deferred income tax arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss at the time of the transaction. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realized.

 

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured using tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date and are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of changes in tax rates on deferred income tax assets and liabilities is recognized as income or expense in the period that includes the enactment or the substantive enactment date. A deferred income tax asset is recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and tax losses can be utilized. Deferred income taxes are not provided on the undistributed earnings of subsidiaries and branches where it is expected that the earnings of the subsidiary or branch will not be distributed in the foreseeable future.

 

The Group offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The income tax provision for the interim period is made based on the best estimate of the annual average tax rate expected to be applicable for the full financial year. Tax benefits of deductions earned on exercise of employee share options in excess of compensation charged to income are credited to equity.

 

Income tax expense in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income comprises:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, 2022 Three months ended December 31, 2021 Nine months ended December 31, 2022 Nine months ended December 31, 2021
Current taxes        
Domestic taxes 194 196 642 582
Foreign taxes 73 79 236 224
  267 275 878 806
Deferred taxes        
Domestic taxes 29 16 33 45
Foreign taxes (11) (8) (52) (28)
  18 8 (19) 17
Income tax expense 285 283 859 823

 

Income tax expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of $9 million and provisions (net of reversal) of $1 million, respectively. Income tax expense for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of $4 million and $3 million, respectively. These provisions and reversals pertaining to prior periods are primarily on account of adjudication of certain disputed matters, upon filing of tax return and completion of assessments, across various jurisdictions.

 

Deferred income tax for the three months ended and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 substantially relates to origination and reversal of temporary differences.

 

The Company’s Advanced Pricing Arrangement (APA) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for US branch income tax expired in March 2021. The Company has applied for renewal of APA and currently the US taxable income is based on the Company’s best estimate determined based on the expected value method.

 

As at December 31, 2022, claims against the Group not acknowledged as debts from the Income tax authorities amounted to $490 million (4,051 crore).

 

As at March 31, 2022, claims against the Group not acknowledged as debts from the Income tax authorities amounted to $528 million (4,001 crore).

 

Amount paid to statutory authorities against the tax claims amounted to $791 million (6,546 crore) and $791 million (5,996 crore) as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 respectively.

 

The claims against the group primarily represent demands arising on completion of assessment proceedings under the Income Tax Act, 1961. These claims are on account of multiple issues of disallowances such as disallowance of profits earned from STP Units and SEZ Units, disallowance of deductions in respect of employment of new employees under section 80JJAA, disallowance of expenditure towards software being held as capital in nature, payments made to Associated Enterprises held as liable for withholding of taxes.

 

These matters are pending before various Appellate Authorities and the management including its tax advisors expect that its position will likely be upheld on ultimate resolution and will not have a material adverse effect on the Group's financial position and results of operations.

 

2.13  Basic and diluted shares used in computing earnings per equity share

 

Accounting Policy

 

Basic earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Group by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Group by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per equity share and also the weighted average number of equity shares that could have been issued upon conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the equity shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. the average market value of the outstanding equity shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as of the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date. Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented.

 

The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted retrospectively for all periods presented for any share splits and bonus shares issues including for changes effected prior to the approval of the financial statements by the Board of Directors.

 

2.14  Related party transactions

 

Refer Note 2.20 "Related party transactions" in the Company’s 2022 Annual Report on Form 20-F for the full names and other details of the Company's subsidiaries and controlled trusts.

 

Changes in Subsidiaries

 

-During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, the following are the changes in the subsidiaries:

 

-Infosys Consulting S.R.L. (Argentina) (formerly a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Holding AG) became the majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited with effect from April 1, 2022.

 

-On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (formerly Kristall 247. GmbH (“Kristall”)) (a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd) acquired 100% of voting interests in oddity space GmbH, oddity jungle GmbH, oddity waves GmbH, oddity group services GmbH, oddity code GmbH along with its subsidiary oddity code d.o.o, and oddity GmbH along with its two subsidiaries oddity (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., oddity Limited(Taipei).

 

-Panaya GmbH renamed as Infosys Financial Services GmbH.

 

-Infosys Arabia Limited, a majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited is under liquidation.

 

-Infosys Public Services Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Public Services Inc. was incorporated on July 08, 2022.

 

-On September 1, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. (a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% of voting interests in BASE life science A/S along with its seven subsidiaries BASE life science AG, BASE life science GmbH, BASE life science Ltd., BASE life science S.A.S., BASE life science S.r.l., Innovisor Inc. and BASE life science Inc.

 

-BASE life science SL., a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S was incorporated on September 6, 2022

 

-Panaya Germany GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Panaya Inc. was incorporated on December 15,2022.

 

Change in key management personnel

 

The following are the changes in the key management personnel:

 

-Ravi Kumar S resigned effective October 11, 2022

 

Transactions with key management personnel

 

The table below describes the compensation to key management personnel which comprise directors and executive officers:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, 2022 Three months ended December 31, 2021 Nine months ended December 31, 2022 Nine months ended December 31, 2021
Salaries and other short term employee benefits to whole-time directors and executive officers(1)(2) 2 4 11 14
Commission and other benefits to non-executive/ independent directors 1   2 1
Total 3 4 13 15

 

(1)Total employee stock compensation expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes a charge of less than a million and $2 million respectively, towards key managerial personnel. For the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, includes a charge of $5 million and $ 7 million respectively, towards key managerial personnel. (Refer note 2.11). Stock compensation expense for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 include reversal of expense on account of resignation.

 

(2)Does not include post-employment benefit based on actuarial valuation as this is done for the Company as a whole.

 

2.15  Segment Reporting

 

IFRS 8 Operating Segments establishes standards for the way that public business enterprises report information about operating segments and related disclosures about products and services, geographic areas, and major customers. The Group's operations predominantly relate to providing end-to-end business solutions to enable clients to enhance business performance.

 

The Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM) evaluates the Group's performance and allocates resources based on an analysis of various performance indicators by business segments. Accordingly, information has been presented along business segments. The accounting principles used in the preparation of the financial statements are consistently applied to record revenue and expenditure in individual segments, and are as set out in the accounting policies.

 

Business segments of the Group are primarily enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance, enterprises in Manufacturing, enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics, enterprises in the Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services, enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media, enterprises in Hi-Tech, enterprises in Life Sciences and Healthcare and all other segments. The Financial services reportable segments has been aggregated to include the Financial Services operating segment and Finacle operating segment because of the similarity of the economic characteristics. All other segments represent the operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services.

 

Revenue and identifiable operating expenses in relation to segments are categorized based on items that are individually identifiable to that segment. Revenue for 'all other segments' represents revenue generated by Infosys Public Services and revenue generated from customers located in India, Japan and China and other enterprises in public service. Allocated expenses of segments include expenses incurred for rendering services from the Group's offshore software development centres and on-site expenses, which are categorized in relation to the associated efforts of the segment. Certain expenses such as depreciation and amortization, which form a significant component of total expenses, are not specifically allocable to specific segments as the underlying assets are used interchangeably. The management believes that it is not practical to provide segment disclosures relating to those costs and expenses, and accordingly these expenses are separately disclosed as "unallocated" and adjusted against the total income of the Group.

 

Assets and liabilities used in the Group's business are not identified to any of the reportable segments, as these are used interchangeably between segments. Management believes that it is currently not practicable to provide segment disclosures relating to total assets and liabilities since a meaningful segregation of the available data is onerous.

 

Business segment revenue information is collated based on individual customers invoiced or in relation to which the revenue is otherwise recognized.

 

Disclosure of revenue by geographic locations is given in note 2.16 Revenue from operations

 

2.15.1  Business Segments

 

Three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Financial Services(1) Retail(2) Communication(3) Energy, Utilities, resources and Services Manufacturing Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) All Other Segments (5) Total
Revenues  1,366  667  573  603  619  376  328  127 4,659
   1,337  615  531  499  479  342  318  129 4,250
Identifiable operating expenses  796  345  348  315  390  217  192  91 2,694
   755  298  314  269  312  202  188  88 2,426
Allocated expenses  244  122  98  111  104  60  53  35  827
   217  100  88  87  83  55  45  31  706
Segment profit  326  200  127  177  125  99  83  1 1,138
   365  217  129  143  84  85  85  10 1,118
Unallocable expenses                  137
                   120
Operating profit                 1,001
                   998
Other income, net (Refer to Note 2.19)                  94
                   68
Finance cost                  10
                   7
Profit before Income taxes                 1,085
                  1,059
Income tax expense                  285
                   283
Net profit                  800
                   776
Depreciation and amortization                  137
                   120
Non-cash expenses other than depreciation and amortization                  
                   –
                     

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)All Other segments include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

Nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail(2) Communication (3) Energy, Utilities, resources and Services Manufacturing Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) All Other Segments (5) Total
Revenues  4,118  1,958  1,710  1,713  1,739 1,109  925  385 13,657
   3,878  1,766  1,488  1,429  1,281  995  858  336 12,031
Identifiable operating expenses  2,353  1,002  1,062  913  1,156  653  540  263 7,942
   2,196  853  895  759  775  594  487  231 6,790
Allocated expenses  735  361  298  320  312  181  153  99 2,459
   640  292  258  251  239  156  129  93 2,058
Segment profit  1,030  595  350  480  271  275  232  23 3,256
   1,042  621  335  419  267  245  242  12 3,183
Unallocable expenses                  388
                   348
Operating profit                 2,868
                   2,835
Other income, net (Refer to Note 2.19)                  254
                   223
Finance cost                  25
                   20
Profit before Income taxes                 3,097
                  3,038
Income tax expense                  859
                   823
Net profit                 2,238
                  2,215
Depreciation and amortization                  388
                   348
Non-cash expenses other than depreciation and amortization                  
                   –

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)All Other segments include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

2.15.2  Significant clients

 

No client individually accounted for more than 10% of the revenues for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.

 

2.16  Revenue from Operations

 

Accounting Policy:

 

The Group derives revenues primarily from IT services comprising software development and related services, cloud and infrastructure services, maintenance, consulting and package implementation, licensing of software products and platforms across the Group’s core and digital offerings (together called as “software related services”) and business process management services. Contracts with customers are either on a time-and-material, unit of work, fixed-price or on a fixed-timeframe basis.

 

Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved in writing, by the parties, to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services (“performance obligations”) to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Group has received or expects to receive in exchange for these products or services (“transaction price”). When there is uncertainty as to collectability, revenue recognition is postponed until such uncertainty is resolved.

 

The Group assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. The Group allocates the transaction price to each distinct performance obligation based on the relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In the absence of such evidence, the primary method used to estimate standalone selling price is the expected cost plus a margin, under which the Group estimates the cost of satisfying the performance obligation and then adds an appropriate margin based on similar services.

 

The Group’s contracts may include variable consideration including rebates, volume discounts and penalties. The Group includes variable consideration as part of transaction price when there is a basis to reasonably estimate the amount of the variable consideration and when it is probable that a significant reversal of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is resolved.

 

Revenue on time-and-material and unit of work based contracts, are recognized as the related services are performed. Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably either on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period or ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and Group’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. Revenue from other fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts, where the performance obligations are satisfied over time is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method. Efforts or costs expended are used to determine progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. Progress towards completion is measured as the ratio of costs or efforts incurred to date (representing work performed) to the estimated total costs or efforts. Estimates of transaction price and total costs or efforts are continuously monitored over the term of the contracts and are recognized in net profit in the period when these estimates change or when the estimates are revised. Revenues and the estimated total costs or efforts are subject to revision as the contract progresses. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

The billing schedules agreed with customers include periodic performance based billing and / or milestone based progress billings. Revenues in excess of billing are classified as unbilled revenue while billing in excess of revenues are classified as contract liabilities (which we refer to as unearned revenues).

 

In arrangements for software development and related services and maintenance services, by applying the revenue recognition criteria for each distinct performance obligation, the arrangements with customers generally meet the criteria for considering software development and related services as distinct performance obligations. For allocating the transaction price, the Group measures the revenue in respect of each performance obligation of a contract at its relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In cases where the Group is unable to determine the standalone selling price, the Group uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. For software development and related services, the performance obligations are satisfied as and when the services are rendered since the customer generally obtains control of the work as it progresses.

 

Certain cloud and infrastructure services contracts include multiple elements which may be subject to other specific accounting guidance, such as leasing guidance. These contracts are accounted in accordance with such specific accounting guidance. In such arrangements where the Group is able to determine that hardware and services are distinct performance obligations, it allocates the consideration to these performance obligations on a relative standalone selling price basis. In the absence of standalone selling price, the Group uses the expected cost-plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. When such arrangements are considered as a single performance obligation, revenue is recognized over the period and measure of progress is determined based on promise in the contract.

 

Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to use” the licenses is recognized at the time the license is made available to the customer. Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to access” is recognized over the access period.

 

Arrangements to deliver software products generally have three elements: license, implementation and Annual Technical Services (ATS).When implementation services are provided in conjunction with the licensing arrangement and the license and implementation have been identified as two distinct separate performance obligations, the transaction price for such contracts are allocated to each performance obligation of the contract based on their relative standalone selling prices. In the absence of standalone selling price for implementation, the Group uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. Where the license is required to be substantially customized as part of the implementation service the entire arrangement fee for license and implementation is considered to be a single performance obligation and the revenue is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method as the implementation is performed. Revenue from client training, support and other services arising due to the sale of software products is recognized as the performance obligations are satisfied. ATS revenue is recognized ratably on a straight-line basis over the period in which the services are rendered.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Group is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Group is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the group first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Group considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

The incremental costs of obtaining a contract (i.e., costs that would not have been incurred if the contract had not been obtained) are recognized as an asset if the Group expects to recover them.

 

Certain eligible, nonrecurring costs (e.g. set-up or transition or transformation costs) that do not represent a separate performance obligation are recognized as an asset when such costs (a) relate directly to the contract; (b) generate or enhance resources of the Group that will be used in satisfying the performance obligation in the future; and (c) are expected to be recovered.

 

Capitalized contract costs relating to upfront payments to customers are amortized to revenue and other capitalized costs are amortized to cost of sales over the respective contract life on a systematic basis consistent with the transfer of goods or services to customer to which the asset relates. Capitalized costs are monitored regularly for impairment. Impairment losses are recorded when present value of projected remaining operating cash flows is not sufficient to recover the carrying amount of the capitalized costs

 

The Group presents revenues net of indirect taxes in its condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

Revenues for the three months ended and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is as follows

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, 2022 Three months ended December 31, 2021 Nine months ended December 31, 2022 Nine months ended December 31, 2021
Revenue from software services  4,362  3,970  12,790  11,231
Revenue from products and platforms  297  280  867  800
Total revenue from operations  4,659  4,250  13,657  12,031

 

Disaggregated revenue information

 

The table below presents disaggregated revenues from contracts with customers by geography and offerings for each of our business segments. The Group believes that this disaggregation best depicts how the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenues and cash flows are affected by industry, market and other economic factors.

 

Three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Financial Services(1) Retail(2) Communication(3) Energy, Utilities, resources and Services Manufacturing Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) Others(5) Total
Revenues by Geography*                  
North America  878  467  351  330  236  352  240  35 2,889
   841  418  307  260  220  319  230  32 2,627
Europe  229  163  119  224  363  8  83  13 1,202
   230  163  130  197  239  7  84  8 1,058
India  55  3  5  8  3  14  1  24  113
   66  3  6  5  2  14  1  30  127
Rest of the world  204  34  98  41  17  2  4  55  455
   200  31  88  37  18  2  3  59  438
Total  1,366  667  573  603  619  376  328  127 4,659
   1,337  615  531  499  479  342  318  129 4,250
Revenue by offerings                  
Digital  757  440  383  383  458  241  204  64 2,930
   702  386  325 295  325  201  194  59 2,487
Core  609  227  190  220  161  135  124  63 1,729
   635  229  206  204  154  141  124  70 1,763
Total  1,366  667  573  603  619  376  328  127 4,659
   1,337  615  531  499  479  342  318  129 4,250

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services
*Geographical revenues are based on the domicile of customer

 

Nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Financial Services(1) Retail(2) Communication(3) Energy, Utilities, resources and Services Manufacturing Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) Others(5) Total
Revenues by Geography*                  
North America  2,643  1,361  1,041  911  709  1,036  680  101 8,482
   2,421  1,193  818  738  627  927  619  93 7,436
Europe  690  485  353  652  980  26  229  28 3,443
   680  475  359  566  612  22  225  23 2,962
India  177  7  16  20  7  41  3  89  360
   183  10  36  14  7  40  3  50  343
Rest of the world  608  105  300  130  43  6  13  167 1,372
   594  88  275  111  35  6  11  170 1,290
Total  4,118  1,958  1,710  1,713  1,739 1,109  925  385 13,657
   3,878  1,766  1,488  1,429  1,281  995  858  336 12,031
Revenue by offerings                  
Digital  2,267  1,276  1,140  1,066  1,250  699  575  183 8,456
   2,027  1,068  887  821  770  569  492  136 6,770
Core  1,851  682  570  647  489  410  350  202 5,201
   1,851  698  601  608  511  426  366  200 5,261
Total  4,118  1,958  1,710  1,713  1,739 1,109  925  385 13,657
   3,878  1,766  1,488  1,429  1,281  995  858  336 12,031

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services
*Geographical revenue is based on the domicile of customer

 

Digital Services

 

Digital Services comprise of service and solution offerings of the Group that enable our clients to transform their businesses. These include offerings that enhance customer experience, leverage AI-based analytics and big data, engineer digital products and IoT, modernize legacy technology systems, migrate to cloud applications and implement advanced cyber security systems.

 

Core Services

 

Core Services comprise traditional offerings of the Group that have scaled and industrialized over a number of years. These primarily include application management services, proprietary application development services, independent validation solutions, product engineering and management, infrastructure management services, traditional enterprise application implementation, support and integration services.

 

Products & platforms

 

The Group derives revenues from the sale of products and platforms including Finacle – core banking solution, Edge Suite of products, Panaya platform, Infosys Equinox, Infosys Applied AI, Stater digital platform and Infosys McCamish – insurance platform.

 

Trade Receivables and Contract Balances

 

The timing of revenue recognition, billings and cash collections results in receivables, unbilled revenue, and unearned revenue on the Group’s Consolidated Balance Sheet. Amounts are billed as work progresses in accordance with agreed-upon contractual terms, either at periodic intervals (e.g., monthly or quarterly) or upon achievement of contractual milestones.

 

The Group’s receivables are rights to consideration that are unconditional. Unbilled revenues comprising revenues in excess of billings from time and material contracts and fixed price maintenance contracts are classified as financial asset when the right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.

 

Invoicing to the clients for other fixed price contracts is based on milestones as defined in the contract and therefore the timing of revenue recognition is different from the timing of invoicing to the customers. Therefore, unbilled revenues for other fixed price contracts (contract asset) are classified as non-financial asset because the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

Invoicing in excess of earnings are classified as unearned revenue.

 

Trade receivable and unbilled revenues are presented net of impairment in the consolidated statement of financial position.

 

2.17  Unbilled revenue

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Unbilled financial asset (1)  990  838
Unbilled non financial asset (2)  804  812
Total  1,794  1,650

 

(1)Right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.
(2)Right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

2.18  Equity

 

Accounting policy

 

Ordinary Shares

 

Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issuance of new ordinary shares, share options and buyback are recognized as a deduction from equity, net of any tax effects.

 

Treasury Shares

 

When any entity within the Group purchases the company's ordinary shares, the consideration paid including any directly attributable incremental cost is presented as a deduction from total equity, until they are cancelled, sold or reissued. When treasury shares are sold or reissued subsequently, the amount received is recognized as an increase in equity, and the resulting surplus or deficit on the transaction is transferred to/ from Share premium.

 

Description of reserves

 

Retained earnings

 

Retained earnings represent the amount of accumulated earnings of the Group.

 

Share premium

 

The amount received in excess of the par value has been classified as share premium. Additionally, share-based compensation recognized in net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income is credited to share premium. Amounts have been utilized for bonus issue and share buyback from share premium account.

 

Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve

 

The Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve has been created out of the profit of the eligible SEZ unit in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA (1)(ii) of Income Tax Act, 1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Company for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in terms of the provisions of the Sec 10AA (2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

Capital Redemption Reserve

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Indian Companies Act, 2013, the Company creates capital redemption reserve equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Other components of equity

 

Other components of equity include currency translation, re-measurement of net defined benefit liability/asset, fair value changes of equity instruments fair valued through other comprehensive income, changes on fair valuation of investments, net of taxes.

 

Cash flow hedge reserve

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the net profit in the consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction.

 

2.18.1  Capital Allocation Policy

 

Effective fiscal 2020, the company expects to return approximately 85% of the free cash flow cumulatively over a 5-year period through a combination of semi annual dividends and/or share buyback and/or special dividends, subject to applicable laws and requisite approvals, if any. Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditure as per the consolidated statement of cash flows prepared under IFRS. Dividend and buyback include applicable taxes.

 

Update on buyback announced in October 2022:

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on October 13, 2022, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,300 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,850 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval by way of Postal Ballot.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum buyback price of 1,850/- per equity share and the Maximum buyback size of 9,300 crore the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum buyback shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis).

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013.The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023. During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of $1 million equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Buyback completed in September 2021

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on April 14, 2021, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,200 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,750 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval in the ensuing General Meeting

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors in the Annual General meeting held on June 19 , 2021.

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on June 25, 2021 and was completed on September 8, 2021. During this buyback period the Company had purchased and extinguished a total of 55,807,337 equity shares from the stock exchange at a volume weighted average buyback price of 1,648.53/- per equity share comprising 1.31% of the pre buyback paid up equity share capital of the Company. The buyback resulted in a cash outflow of 9,200 crore (excluding transaction costs and tax on buyback). The Company funded the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, as at March 31, 2022 , the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ amounting to $4 million equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

The Company’s objective when managing capital is to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern and to maintain an optimal capital structure so as to maximize shareholder value. In order to maintain or achieve an optimal capital structure, the Company may adjust the amount of dividend payment, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares or buy back issued shares. As of December 31, 2022, the Company has only one class of equity shares and has no debt. Consequent to the above capital structure there are no externally imposed capital requirements.

 

2.18.2  Dividend

 

The final dividend on shares is recorded as a liability on the date of approval by the shareholders and interim dividends are recorded as a liability on the date of declaration by the Company's Board of Directors. Income tax consequences of dividends on financial instruments classified as equity will be recognized according to where the entity originally recognized those past transactions or events that generated distributable profits.

 

The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. Companies are required to pay/distribute dividend after deducting applicable taxes. The remittance of dividends outside India is governed by Indian law on foreign exchange and is also subject to withholding tax at applicable rates.

 

Amount of per share dividend recognized as distribution to equity shareholders:

 

Particulars Nine months ended December 31, 2022 Nine months ended December 31, 2021
  in in US Dollars in in US Dollars
Final dividend for fiscal 2021      15.00  0.20
Interim dividend for fiscal 2022      15.00  0.20
Final dividend for fiscal 2022  16.00  0.21    
Interim dividend for fiscal 2023  16.50  0.20    

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on April 13, 2022 recommended a final dividend of 16/- per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2022. The same was approved by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on June 25, 2022 which resulted in a net cash outflow of $856 million (excluding dividend paid on treasury shares).

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on October 13, 2022 declared an interim dividend of 16.50/- per equity share which resulted in a net cash outflow of $841 million (excluding dividend paid on treasury shares.)

 

2.18.3  Share capital and share premium

 

The Company has only one class of shares referred to as equity shares having a par value of 5/- each. 12,568,222 shares and 13,725,712 shares were held by controlled trust, as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

2.19  Break-up of expenses and other income, net

 

Accounting Policy

 

2.19.1  Gratuity and Pensions

 

The Group provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan ('the Gratuity Plan') covering eligible employees majorly of Infosys and its Indian subsidiaries. The Gratuity Plan provides a lump-sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death, incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee's salary and the tenure of employment with the Group. The Company contributes Gratuity liabilities to the Infosys Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust (the Trust). In case of Infosys BPM and EdgeVerve, contributions are made to the Infosys BPM Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust and EdgeVerve Systems Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust, respectively. Trustees administer contributions made to the Trusts and contributions are invested in a scheme with the Life Insurance Corporation of India as permitted by Indian law.

 

The Group operates defined benefit pension plan in certain overseas jurisdictions, in accordance with the local laws. These plans are managed by third party fund managers. The plans provide for periodic payouts after retirement or for a lumpsum payment as set out in rules of each fund and includes death and disability benefits.

 

Liabilities with regard to these defined benefit plans are determined by actuarial valuation, performed by an external actuary, at each Balance Sheet date using the projected unit credit method. These defined benefit plans expose the Group to actuarial risks, such as longevity risk, currency risk, interest rate risk and market risk.

 

The Group recognizes the net obligation of a defined benefit plan in its Balance Sheet as an asset or liability. Gains and losses through re-measurements of the net defined benefit liability/(asset) are recognized in other comprehensive income and are not reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods. The actual return of the portfolio of plan assets, in excess of the yields computed by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation is recognized in other comprehensive income. The effect of any plan amendments is recognized in net profits in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

2.19.2  Superannuation

 

Certain employees of Infosys and its Indian subsidiaries are participants in a defined contribution plan. The Group has no further obligations to the Plan beyond its monthly contributions which are periodically contributed to a trust fund, the corpus of which is invested with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

 

2.19.3  Provident fund

 

Eligible employees of Infosys receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined benefit plan. Both the eligible employee and the company make monthly contributions to the provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. The company contributes a portion of the contributions to the Infosys Limited Employees' Provident Fund Trust. The trust invests in specific designated instruments as permitted by Indian law. The remaining portion is contributed to the government administered pension fund. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the trust is being administered by the Government of India. The company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of the Trust and the notified interest rate.

 

In respect of Indian subsidiaries, eligible employees receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the eligible employee and the respective companies make monthly contributions to this provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. Amounts collected under the provident fund plan are deposited in a government administered provident fund. The companies have no further obligation to the plan beyond its monthly contributions.

 

2.19.4  Compensated absences

 

The Group has a policy on compensated absences which are both accumulating and non-accumulating in nature. The expected cost of accumulating compensated absences is determined by actuarial valuation performed by an independent actuary at each balance sheet date using projected unit credit method on the additional amount expected to be paid/availed as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the balance sheet date. Expense on non-accumulating compensated absences is recognized in the period in which the absences occur.

 

The Code on Social Security, 2020 (‘Code’) relating to employee benefits during employment and post-employment benefits received Presidential assent in September 2020. The Code has been published in the Gazette of India. However, the date on which the entire Code will come into effect has not been notified. The Company will assess the impact of the Code when it comes into effect in entirety and will record any related impact in the period the Code becomes effective.

 

2.19.5  Other income, net

 

Other income is comprised primarily of interest income, dividend income, gain/loss on investment and exchange gain/loss on forward and options contracts and on translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities. Interest income is recognized using the effective interest method. Dividend income is recognized when the right to receive payment is established.

 

2.19.6  Foreign Currency

 

Functional currency

 

The functional currency of Infosys, Infosys BPM, EdgeVerve, Skava and controlled trusts is the Indian rupee. The functional currencies for foreign subsidiaries are their respective local currencies. These financial statements are presented in U.S. dollars (rounded off to the nearest million)

 

Transactions and translations

 

Foreign-currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are translated into the relevant functional currency at exchange rates in effect at the Balance Sheet date. The gains or losses resulting from such translations are recognized in the condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income and reported within exchange gains/ (losses) on translation of assets and liabilities, net, except when deferred in Other Comprehensive Income as qualifying cash flow hedges. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at fair value are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of transaction. The related revenue and expense are recognised using the same exchange rate.

 

Transaction gains or losses realized upon settlement of foreign currency transactions are included in determining net profit for the period in which the transaction is settled. Revenue, expense and cash-flow items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the relevant functional currencies using the exchange rate in effect on the date of the transaction.

 

The translation of financial statements of the foreign subsidiaries to the presentation currency is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rate in effect at the Balance Sheet date and for revenue, expense and cash-flow items using the average exchange rate for the respective periods. The gains or losses resulting from such translation are included in currency translation reserves under other components of equity. When a subsidiary is disposed off, in full, the relevant amount is transferred to net profit in the Statement of Comprehensive Income. However, when a change in the parent's ownership does not result in loss of control of a subsidiary, such changes are recorded through equity.

 

Other Comprehensive Income, net of taxes includes translation differences on non-monetary financial assets measured at fair value at the reporting date, such as equities classified as financial instruments and measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI).

 

Goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on the acquisition of a foreign entity are treated as assets and liabilities of the foreign entity and translated at the exchange rate in effect at the Balance Sheet date.

 

2.19.7  Government grants

 

The Group recognizes government grants only when there is reasonable assurance that the conditions attached to them will be complied with, and the grants will be received. Government grants related to assets are treated as deferred income and are recognized in the net profit in the statement of comprehensive income on a systematic and rational basis over the useful life of the asset. Government grants related to revenue are recognized on a systematic basis in the statement of comprehensive income over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs which they are intended to compensate. 

 

2.19.8  Operating Profits

 

Operating profit of the Group is computed considering the revenues, net of cost of sales, selling and marketing expenses and administrative expenses.

 

The table below provides details of break-up of expenses:

 

Cost of sales

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended Nine months ended
  December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Employee benefit costs  2,236  1,962  6,583  5,716
Depreciation and amortization  137  120  388  348
Travelling costs  31  24  97  59
Cost of technical sub-contractors  407  468  1,371  1,214
Cost of software packages for own use  60  36  170  128
Third party items bought for service delivery to clients  312  208  819  475
Short term leases (Refer to Note 2.8)  1  1  3  2
Consultancy and professional charges  4  7  12  14
Communication costs  10  10  34  31
Repairs and maintenance  13  13  39  38
Provision for post-sales client support  16  5  24  10
Others  3  2  4  6
Total  3,230  2,856  9,544  8,041

 

Selling and marketing expenses

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended Nine months ended
  December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Employee benefit costs  154  144  447  432
Travelling costs  8  3  25  5
Branding and marketing  27  19  79  49
Consultancy and professional charges  4  7  11  18
Communication costs      1  1
Others  3  4  11  8
Total  196  177  574  513

 

Administrative expenses

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended Nine months ended
  December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Employee benefit costs  76  76  229  225
Consultancy and professional charges  41  56  139  151
Repairs and maintenance  30  26  85  83
Power and fuel  6  5  16  13
Communication costs  12  9  33  28
Travelling costs  5  3  15  6
Rates and taxes  9  7  28  24
Short-term leases (Refer to Note 2.8)  2  1  5  3
Insurance charges  5  6  16  16
Commission to non-whole time directors      1  1
Impairment loss recognized/(reversed) under expected credit loss model  13  7  25  19
Contributions towards Corporate Social Responsibility  18  12  40  47
Others  15  11  39  26
Total  232  219  671  642

 

Other income consist of the following:

(Dollars in millions)

Particulars Three months ended Nine months ended
  December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021 December 31, 2022 December 31, 2021
Interest income on financial assets carried at amortized cost  26  27  83  105
Interest income on financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  29  19  91  61
Gain/(loss) on investments carried at fair value through profit or loss  6  5  11  13
Exchange gains / (losses) on forward and options contracts  (44)  16  (98)  24
Exchange gains / (losses) on translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities  67  (8)  143  (2)
Others  10  9  24  22
Total  94  68  254  223

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

   

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

 

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

 

D. Sundaram

Director

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

 

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 

Bengaluru

   
January 12, 2023    

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.8

IFRS INR Earning Release

 

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF INFOSYS LIMITED

Report on the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

Opinion 

We have audited the accompanying Interim condensed consolidated financial statements of INFOSYS LIMITED (the “Company”) and its subsidiaries (the Company and its subsidiaries together referred to as the “Group”), which comprise the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as at December 31, 2022, the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the three months and nine months ended on that date, the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity and the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the nine months ended on that date, and a summary of the significant accounting policies and other explanatory information (hereinafter referred to as the “interim condensed consolidated financial statements”).

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the aforesaid interim condensed consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view in conformity with International Accounting Standard 34 “Interim Financial Reporting” (“IAS 34”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”), of the consolidated state of affairs of the Group as at December 31, 2022, the consolidated profit and consolidated total comprehensive income for the three months and nine months ended on that date, consolidated changes in equity and its consolidated cash flows for the nine months ended on that date. 

Basis for Opinion

We conducted our audit of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (“SA”s) issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (“ICAI”). Our responsibilities under those Standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the Group in accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the ICAI and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the Code of Ethics. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

Management’s Responsibilities for the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

The Company’s Board of Directors is responsible for the preparation and presentation of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements that give a true and fair view of the consolidated financial position, consolidated financial performance, consolidated total comprehensive income, consolidated changes in equity and consolidated cash flows of the Group in accordance with IAS 34 as issued by the IASB. The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for maintenance of adequate accounting records for safeguarding assets of the Group and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial controls, that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the preparation and presentation of the respective interim financial statements that give a true and fair view and are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error which have been used for the purpose of preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements by the Directors of the Company, as aforesaid.

In preparing the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, the respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for assessing ability of the respective entities to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the respective Boards of Directors either intend to liquidate their respective entities or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process of the Group.

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the interim condensed consolidated financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with SAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

As part of an audit in accordance with SAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

·Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
·Obtain an understanding of internal financial controls relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on effectiveness of the Company’s internal financial controls.
·Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.
·Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Group to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
·Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the interim condensed consolidated financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
·Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities within the Group to express an opinion on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the audit of the financial statements of such entities included in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of which we are the independent auditors.

Materiality is the magnitude of misstatements in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements that, individually or in aggregate, makes it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable user of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements may be influenced. We consider quantitative materiality and qualitative factors in (i) planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the results of our work; and (ii) to evaluate the effect of any identified misstatements in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

We communicate with those charged with governance of the Company and such other entities included in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of which we are the independent auditors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

Place: Bengaluru

Date: January 12, 2023

For DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS LLP

Chartered Accountants

(Firm's Registration No. 117366W/W-100018)

 

 

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

(Membership No.039826)

UDIN: 23039826BGXRXZ4592

 

 

 

 

 

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in Indian Rupee for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022

 

 

Index
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Overview
1.1 Company overview
1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements
1.3 Basis of consolidation
1.4 Use of estimates and judgments
1.5 Critical accounting estimates and judgments
1.6 Recent accounting pronouncements
2. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
2.1 Cash and cash equivalents
2.2 Investments
2.3 Financial instruments
2.4 Prepayments and other assets
2.5 Other liabilities
2.6 Provisions and other contingencies
2.7 Property, plant and equipment
2.8 Leases
2.9 Goodwill and Intangible assets
2.10 Business combinations
2.11 Employees' Stock Option Plans (ESOP)
2.12 Income Taxes
2.13 Basic and diluted shares used in computing earnings per equity share
2.14 Related party transactions
2.15 Segment reporting
2.16 Revenue from Operations
2.17 Unbilled Revenue
2.18 Equity
2.19 Break-up of expenses and other income, net

 

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

 

(In crore except equity share data)

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as at Note December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
ASSETS      
Current assets      
Cash and cash equivalents 2.1  11,587  17,472
Current investments 2.2  8,730  6,673
Trade receivables    27,660  22,698
Unbilled revenue 2.17  13,139  11,568
Prepayments and other current assets 2.4  11,213  8,577
Income tax assets 2.12    54
Derivative financial instruments 2.3  87  143
Total current assets    72,416  67,185
Non-current assets      
Property, plant and equipment 2.7  13,417  13,579
Right-of-use assets 2.8  6,480  4,823
Goodwill 2.9  7,247  6,195
Intangible assets    1,836  1,707
Non-current investments 2.2  12,386  13,651
Unbilled revenue 2.17  1,708  941
Deferred income tax assets 2.12  1,157  1,212
Income tax assets 2.12  6,319  6,098
Other non-current assets 2.4  3,000  2,494
Total non-current assets    53,550  50,700
Total assets    125,966  117,885
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY      
Current liabilities      
Trade payables    4,788  4,134
Lease liabilities 2.8  1,143  872
Derivative financial instruments 2.3  225  61
Current income tax liabilities 2.12  3,168  2,607
Unearned revenue    7,117  6,324
Employee benefit obligations    2,400  2,182
Provisions 2.6  1,417  975
Other current liabilities 2.5  20,947  16,448
Total current liabilities    41,205  33,603
Non-current liabilities      
Lease liabilities 2.8  6,577  4,602
Deferred income tax liabilities 2.12  1,059  1,156
Employee benefit obligations    87  92
Other non-current liabilities 2.5  2,365  2,696
Total liabilities    51,293  42,149
Equity      
Share capital - 5 par value 4,800,000,000 (4,800,000,000) equity shares authorized, issued and outstanding 4,170,348,621 (4,193,012,929) equity shares fully paid up, net of 12,568,222 (13,725,712) treasury shares as at December 31, 2022 (March 31, 2022) 2.18  2,086  2,098
Share premium    929  827
Retained earnings    59,203  62,423
Cash flow hedge reserves    (41)  2
Other reserves    10,045  8,339
Capital redemption reserve    150  139
Other components of equity    1,920  1,522
Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company    74,292  75,350
Non-controlling interests    381  386
Total equity    74,673  75,736
Total liabilities and equity    125,966  117,885

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

 

(In crore except equity share and per equity share data)

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the Note Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenues 2.16  38,318  31,867  109,326  89,365
Cost of sales 2.19  26,561  21,415  76,342  59,726
Gross profit    11,757  10,452  32,984  29,639
Operating expenses          
Selling and marketing expenses 2.19  1,611  1,325  4,591  3,809
Administrative expenses 2.19  1,904  1,643  5,365  4,771
Total operating expenses    3,515  2,968  9,956  8,580
Operating profit    8,242  7,484  23,028  21,059
Other income, net 2.19  769  512  2,030  1,658
Finance cost    80  53  202  150
Profit before income taxes    8,931  7,943  24,856  22,567
Income tax expense 2.12  2,345  2,121  6,882  6,116
Net profit    6,586  5,822  17,974  16,451
Other comprehensive income          
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net    29 (53)  (17) (72)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net 2.2  1  -  8  41
     30  (53)  (9) (31)
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net    (57)  (7)  (43)  4
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations    676  (33)  715  91
Fair value changes on investments, net 2.2  48  (77)  (298)  16
     667  (117)  374  111
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax    697  (170)  365  80
           
Total comprehensive income    7,283  5,652  18,339  16,531
           
Profit attributable to:          
Owners of the Company    6,586  5,809  17,967  16,425
Non-controlling interests      13  7  26
     6,586  5,822  17,974  16,451
Total comprehensive income attributable to:          
Owners of the Company    7,268  5,640  18,322  16,506
Non-controlling interests    15  12  17  25
     7,283  5,652  18,339  16,531
Earnings per equity share          
Equity shares of par value 5/- each          
Basic ()    15.72  13.86  42.85  38.96
Diluted ()    15.70  13.83  42.79  38.88
Weighted average equity shares used in computing earnings per equity share 2.13        
Basic (in shares)    4,190,550,470  4,190,865,711  4,192,969,201  4,215,373,286
Diluted (in shares)    4,195,924,920  4,198,923,902  4,199,312,062  4,224,009,404

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

 

(In crore except equity share data)

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity Number of Shares(1) Share capital Share premium Retained earnings Other reserves(2) Capital redemption reserve Other components of equity Cash flow hedge reserve Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company Non-controlling interest Total equity
Balance as at April 1, 2021  4,245,146,114  2,124  993  65,397  6,385  111  1,331  10  76,351  431  76,782
Changes in equity for the nine months ended December 31, 2021                      
Net profit        16,425          16,425  26  16,451
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*              (72)    (72)    (72)
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as Cash flow hedge, net*                4  4    4
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations              92    92  (1)  91
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*              41    41    41
Fair value changes on investments, net*              16    16    16
Total comprehensive income for the period        16,425      77  4  16,506  25  16,531
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to note 2.11)  1,824,461  1  13            14    14
Buyback of equity shares (Refer to note 2.18)**  (55,807,337)  (28)  (640)  (10,425)          (11,093)    (11,093)
Transaction cost relating to buyback*        (26)          (26)    (26)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback        (28)    28          
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to note 2.11)      285            285    285
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options (Refer to note 2.12)      19            19    19
Transfer on account of options not exercised      (1)  1              
Transferred to other reserves        (2,244)  2,244            
Transferred from other reserves on utilization        633  (633)            
Dividends paid to non controlling interest of subsidiary                    (79)  (79)
Dividends#        (12,655)          (12,655)    (12,655)
Balance as at December 31, 2021  4,191,163,238  2,097  669  57,078  7,996  139  1,408  14  69,401  377  69,778

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

 

(In crore except equity share data)

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity Number of Shares(1) Share capital Share premium Retained earnings Other reserves(2) Capital redemption reserve Other components of equity Cash flow hedge reserve Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company Non-controlling interest Total equity
Balance as at April 1, 2022  4,193,012,929  2,098  827  62,423  8,339  139  1,522  2  75,350  386  75,736
Impact on adoption of amendment to IAS 37##        (19)          (19)    (19)
   4,193,012,929  2,098  827  62,404  8,339  139  1,522  2  75,331  386  75,717
Changes in equity for the nine months ended December 31, 2022                      
Net profit        17,967          17,967  7  17,974
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*              (17)    (17)    (17)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*              8    8    8
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*                (43)  (43)    (43)
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations              705    705  10  715
Fair value changes on investments, net*              (298)    (298)    (298)
Total comprehensive income for the period        17,967      398  (43)  18,322  17  18,339
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to note 2.11)  2,499,692  1  22            23    23
Buyback of equity shares (Refer to note 2.18)**  (25,164,000)  (13)  (332)  (5,820)          (6,165)    (6,165)
Transaction cost relating to buyback*      (17)  (1)          (18)    (18)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback        (11)    11          
Transferred on account of options not exercised      (2)  2              
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to note 2.11)      382            382    382
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options (Refer to note 2.12)      49            49    49
Transferred to other reserves        (2,575)  2,575            
Transferred from other reserves on utilization        869  (869)            
Dividends paid to non controlling interest of subsidiary                    (22)  (22)
Dividends#        (13,632)          (13,632)    (13,632)
Balance as at December 31, 2022  4,170,348,621  2,086  929  59,203  10,045  150  1,920  (41)  74,292  381  74,673
*net of tax
**Including tax on buyback of 1,165 crore and 1,893 crore for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 respectively.

#net of treasury shares

##Impact on account of adoption of amendment to IAS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingents Assets
(1)excludes treasury shares of 12,568,222 as at December 31, 2022, 13,725,712 as at April 1, 2022, 14,454,720 as at December 31, 2021, and 15,514,732 as at April 1, 2021, held by consolidated trust.

(2)Represents the Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve created out of the profit of the eligible SEZ unit in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA(1)(ii) of Income Tax Act,1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Group for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in terms of the provisions of the Sec 10AA(2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

 

Infosys Limited and subsidiaries

 

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

 

Accounting Policy

 

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit for the period is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Group are segregated. The Group considers all highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash to be cash equivalents.

 

(In crore)

Particulars Note Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021
Operating activities:      
Net Profit    17,974  16,451
Adjustments to reconcile net profit to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation and amortization    3,104  2,586
Income tax expense 2.12  6,882  6,116
Finance cost    202  150
Interest and dividend income    (847)  (577)
Exchange differences on translation of assets and liabilities, net    373  31
Impairment loss recognised/(reversed) under expected credit loss model    197  141
Stock compensation expense    386  302
Other adjustments    689  143
Changes in working capital      
Trade receivables and unbilled revenue    (7,350)  (6,077)
Prepayments and other assets    (2,498)  (1,182)
Trade payables    644  1,118
Unearned revenue    789  2,097
Other liabilities and provisions    2,474  3,031
Cash generated from operations    23,019  24,330
Income taxes paid    (6,615)  (5,763)
Net cash generated by operating activities    16,404  18,567
Investing activities:      
Expenditure on property, plant and equipment and intangibles    (1,805)  (1,533)
Deposits placed with corporation    (904)  (786)
Redemption of deposits placed with Corporation    671  629
Interest and dividend received    777  629
Payment for acquisition of business, net of cash acquired 2.10  (910)  
Payment of contingent consideration pertaining to acquisition of business    (60)  (53)
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback    (592)  (420)
Redemption of escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback      420
Payments to acquire Investments      
Quoted debt securities    (1,831)  (3,516)
Liquid mutual fund units    (54,567)  (39,805)
Certificates of deposit    (6,794)  (1,473)
Commercial paper    (2,338)  
Other investments    (18)  (24)
Proceeds on sale of investments      
Equity and preference securities    99  
Quoted debt securities    2,190  3,528
Liquid mutual fund units    53,546  38,903
Certificates of deposit    7,605  500
Commercial paper    1,300  
Other investments      9
Other payments      (22)
Other receipts    57  53
Net cash (used)/generated in investing activities    (3,574)  (2,961)
Financing activities:      
Payment of lease liabilities    (866)  (644)
Payment of dividends    (13,633)  (12,655)
Payment of dividends to non-controlling interests of subsidiary    (22)  (79)
Other payments    (360)  (22)
Other receipts    121  209
Buyback of equity shares including transaction costs and tax on buyback    (3,928)  (11,125)
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options    23  14
Net cash used in financing activities    (18,665)  (24,302)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents    (5,835)  (8,696)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents    (50)  (75)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 2.1 17,472 24,714
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2.1  11,587 15,943
Supplementary information:      
Restricted cash balance 2.1  384  490

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

 

Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

1. Overview

 

1.1 Company overview

 

Infosys Limited ('the Company' or Infosys) provides consulting, technology, outsourcing and next-generation digital services, to enable clients to execute strategies for their digital transformation. Infosys strategic objective is to build a sustainable organization that remains relevant to the agenda of clients, while creating growth opportunities for employees and generating profitable returns for investors. Infosys strategy is to be a navigator for our clients as they ideate, plan and execute on their journey to a digital future.

 

Infosys together with its subsidiaries and controlled trusts is herein after referred to as the "Group".

 

The Company is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in India and has its registered office at Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bengaluru -560100, Karnataka, India. The Company has its primary listings on the BSE Ltd. and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The Company’s American Depositary Shares (ADS) representing equity shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

The Group's interim condensed consolidated financial statements are approved for issue by the Company's Board of Directors on January 12, 2023.

 

1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements

 

These interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in compliance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting as issued by International Accounting Standards Board, under the historical cost convention on accrual basis except for certain financial instruments which have been measured at fair values. Accordingly, these interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all the information required for a complete set of financial statements. These interim condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements under IFRS in Indian rupee for the year ended March 31, 2022. Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

 

As the quarter and year-to-date figures are taken from the source and rounded to the nearest digits, the quarter figures in this statement added up to the figures reported for the previous quarters might not always add up to the year-to-date figures reported in this statement.

 

1.3 Basis of consolidation

 

Infosys consolidates entities which it owns or controls. The interim condensed consolidated financial statements comprise the financial statements of the Company, its controlled trusts and its subsidiaries. Control exists when the parent has power over the entity, is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns by using its power over the entity. Power is demonstrated through existing rights that give the ability to direct relevant activities, those which significantly affect the entity's returns. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the date control commences until the date control ceases.

 

The financial statements of the Group Companies are consolidated on a line-by-line basis and intra-group balances and transactions including unrealized gain / loss from such transactions are eliminated upon consolidation. These financial statements are prepared by applying uniform accounting policies in use at the Group. Non-controlling interests which represent part of the net profit or loss and net assets of subsidiaries that are not, directly or indirectly, owned or controlled by the Company, are excluded.

 

1.4 Use of estimates and judgments

 

The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires management to make estimates, judgments and assumptions. These estimates, judgments and assumptions affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. Application of accounting policies that require critical accounting estimates involving complex and subjective judgments and the use of assumptions in these financial statements have been disclosed in Note 1.5. Accounting estimates could change from period to period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Appropriate changes in estimates are made as management becomes aware of changes in circumstances surrounding the estimates. Changes in estimates and judgments are reflected in the financial statements in the period in which changes are made and, if material, their effects are disclosed in the notes to the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

1.5 Critical accounting estimates and judgments

 

a. Revenue recognition

 

The Group’s contracts with customers include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved, in writing, by the parties to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. The Group assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. Identification of distinct performance obligations to determine the deliverables and the ability of the customer to benefit independently from such deliverables, and allocation of transaction price to these distinct performance obligations involves significant judgement.

 

Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period. Revenue from fixed price maintenance contract is recognized ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and Group’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of the contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. The use of method to recognize the maintenance revenues requires judgment and is based on the promises in the contract and nature of the deliverables.

 

The Group uses the percentage-of-completion method in accounting for other fixed-price contracts. Use of the percentage-of-completion method requires the Group to determine the actual efforts or costs expended to date as a proportion of the estimated total efforts or costs to be incurred. Efforts or costs expended have been used to measure progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. The estimation of total efforts or costs involves significant judgement and is assessed throughout the period of the contract to reflect any changes based on the latest available information.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Group is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Group is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the Group first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Group considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore, is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

b. Income taxes

 

The Group's two major tax jurisdictions are India and the United States, though the Company also files tax returns in other overseas jurisdictions.

 

Significant judgments are involved in determining the provision for income taxes, including amount expected to be paid/recovered for uncertain tax positions.

 

In assessing the realizability of deferred income tax assets, Management considers whether some portion or all of the deferred income tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred income tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which the temporary differences become deductible. Management considers the scheduled reversals of deferred income tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based on the level of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred income tax assets are deductible, management believes that the group will realize the benefits of those deductible differences. The amount of the deferred income tax assets considered realizable, however, could be reduced in the near term if estimates of future taxable income during the carry forward period are reduced. (Refer to Note 2.12)

 

c. Business combinations and intangible assets

 

Business combinations are accounted for using IFRS 3 (Revised), Business Combinations. IFRS 3 requires us to fair value identifiable intangible assets and contingent consideration to ascertain the net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquiree. Estimates are required to be made in determining the value of contingent consideration, value of option arrangements and intangible assets. These valuations are conducted by external valuation experts. These measurements are based on information available at the acquisition date and are based on expectations and assumptions that have been deemed reasonable by Management (Refer to Note 2.10).

 

d. Property, plant and equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment represent a significant proportion of the asset base of the Group. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The useful lives and residual values of Group's assets are determined by Management at the time the asset is acquired and reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology. (Refer to Note 2.7).

 

e. Impairment of Goodwill

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis and whenever there is an indication that the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit (CGUs) is less than its carrying amount. For the impairment test, goodwill is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition and which represent the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes.

 

The recoverable amount of CGUs is determined based on higher of value-in-use and fair value less cost to sell. Key assumptions in the cash flow projections are prepared based on current economic conditions and comprises estimated long term growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimated operating margins. (Refer to note 2.9)

 

1.6 Recent accounting pronouncements

 

New and revised IFRS Standards in issue but not yet effective:

 

Amendments to IAS 8, Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors Definition of Accounting Estimates
Amendments to IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure of Accounting Policies
Amendments to IAS 12 Income Taxes Deferred Tax related to Assets and Liabilities arising from a Single Transaction
Amendments to IFRS 16, Leases Lease Liability in a Sale and Leaseback

 

Amendments to IAS 8

 

On February 12, 2021 International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendments to IAS 8 Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting estimates and Errors which introduced a definition of ‘accounting estimates’ and included amendments to IAS 8 to help entities distinguish changes in accounting policies from changes in accounting estimates.

 

The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, although early adoption is permitted. The Group has evaluated the amendment and there is no impact on its condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Amendments to IAS 1

 

On February 12, 2021 International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendments to IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements and IFRS Practice Statement 2 Making Materiality Judgements which requires the entities to disclose their material accounting policies rather than their significant accounting policies.

 

The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, although early adoption is permitted. The Group is in the process of evaluating the impact of the amendment.

 

Amendments to IAS 12

 

On May 7, 2021, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendment to IAS 12 Income Taxes which narrowed the scope of the initial recognition exemption so that it does not apply to transactions that give rise to equal and offsetting temporary differences.

 

The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2023, although early adoption is permitted. The Group has evaluated the amendment and there is no impact on its condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Amendments to IFRS 16

 

On September 22, 2022, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) has issued amendments to IFRS 16 Leases, which added requirements explaining the subsequent measurement for a sale and leaseback transaction. These amendments will not change the accounting for leases other than those arising in a sale and leaseback transaction.

 

The effective date for the adoption of this amendment is annual reporting periods beginning on or after January 1, 2024, although early adoption is permitted. The Group has evaluated the amendment and there is no impact on its condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

2. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

2.1 Cash and cash equivalents

 

Cash and cash equivalents consist of the following:

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Cash and bank deposits  9,349  13,942
Deposits with financial institutions  2,238  3,530
Total Cash and cash equivalents  11,587  17,472

 

Cash and cash equivalents as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 include restricted cash and bank balances of 384 crore and 471 crore, respectively. The restrictions are primarily on account of bank balances held by irrevocable trusts controlled by the Company and bank balances held as margin money deposits against guarantees.

 

The deposits maintained by the Group with banks and financial institutions comprise of time deposits, which can be withdrawn by the Group at any point without prior notice or penalty on the principal.

 

2.2 Investments

 

The carrying value of the investments are as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
(i) Current Investments    
Amortized Cost    
Quoted debt securities  358  221
Fair Value through profit or loss    
Liquid mutual fund units  3,165  2,012
Fair Value through other comprehensive income    
Quoted Debt Securities  1,379  1,011
Commercial Papers  1,064  
Certificate of Deposit  2,764  3,429
Total current investments  8,730  6,673
(ii) Non-current Investments    
Amortized Cost    
Quoted debt securities  1,757  1,901
Fair Value through other comprehensive income    
Quoted debt securities  10,256  11,373
Unquoted equity and preference securities  215  194
Fair Value through profit or loss    
Unquoted Preference securities    24
Unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures    7
Others(1)  158  152
Total non-current investments  12,386  13,651
     
Total investments  21,116  20,324
Investments carried at amortized cost  2,115  2,122
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  15,678  16,007
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss  3,323  2,195

(1)Uncalled capital commitments outstanding as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 was 94 crore and 28 crore, respectively.

 

Refer to note 2.3 for accounting policies on financial instruments.

 

Method of fair valuation:

 

(In crore)

Class of investment Method Fair value as at
    December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Liquid mutual fund units Quoted price  3,165  2,012
Quoted debt securities- carried at amortized cost Quoted price and market observable inputs  2,319  2,447
Quoted debt securities- carried at fair value through other comprehensive income Quoted price and market observable inputs  11,635  12,384
Commercial Paper Market observable inputs  1,064  
Certificates of Deposit Market observable inputs  2,764  3,429
Unquoted equity and preference securities - carried at fair value through other comprehensive income Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  215  194
Unquoted equity and preference securities - carried at fair value through profit or loss Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model    24
Unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures - carried at fair value through profit or loss Discounted cash flows method    7
Others Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  158  152
Total    21,320  20,649

 

Note: Certain quoted investments are classified as Level 2 in the absence of active market for such investments.

 

2.3 Financial instruments

 

Accounting Policy

 

2.3.1 Initial recognition

 

The Group recognizes financial assets and financial liabilities when it becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. All financial assets and liabilities are recognized at fair value on initial recognition, except for trade receivables which are initially measured at transaction price. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities which are not at fair value through profit or loss, are added to the fair value on initial recognition. Regular way purchase and sale of financial assets are accounted for at trade date.

 

2.3.2 Subsequent measurement

 

a. Non-derivative financial instruments

 

(i) Financial assets carried at amortized cost

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at amortized cost if it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold the asset in order to collect contractual cash flows and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

 

(ii) Financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI)

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income if it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. The Group has made an irrevocable election for its investments which are classified as equity instruments to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income based on its business model.

 

(iii) Financial assets carried at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

 

A financial asset which is not classified in any of the above categories is subsequently fair valued through profit or loss.

 

(iv) Financial liabilities

 

Financial liabilities are subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method, except for contingent consideration and financial liability under option arrangements recognized in a business combination which is subsequently measured at fair value through profit or loss.

 

b. Derivative financial instruments

 

The Group holds derivative financial instruments such as foreign exchange forward and option contracts to mitigate the risk of changes in exchange rates on foreign currency exposures. The counterparty for such contracts is generally a bank.

 

(i) Financial assets or financial liabilities, carried at fair value through profit or loss

 

This category includes derivative financial assets or liabilities which are not designated as hedges.

 

Although the Group believes that these derivatives constitute hedges from an economic perspective, they may not qualify for hedge accounting under IFRS 9, Financial Instruments. Any derivative that is either not designated as hedge, or is so designated but is ineffective as per IFRS 9, is categorized as a financial asset or financial liability, at fair value through profit or loss.

 

Derivatives not designated as hedges are recognized initially at fair value and attributable transaction costs are recognized in net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income when incurred. Subsequent to initial recognition, these derivatives are measured at fair value through profit or loss and the resulting exchange gains or losses are included in other income. Assets/ liabilities in this category are presented as current assets/current liabilities if they are either held for trading or are expected to be realized within 12 months after the Balance Sheet date.

 

(ii) Cash flow hedge

 

The Group designates certain foreign exchange forward and options contracts as cash flow hedges to mitigate the risk of foreign exchange exposure on highly probable forecast cash transactions.

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized immediately in the net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income. If the hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognized in cash flow hedging reserve till the period the hedge was effective remains in cash flow hedging reserve until the forecasted transaction occurs. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, then the amount accumulated in cash flow hedging reserve is reclassified to net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

2.3.3 Derecognition of financial instruments

 

The Group derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire or it transfers the financial asset and the transfer qualifies for derecognition under IFRS 9. A financial liability (or a part of a financial liability) is derecognized from the Group's Balance Sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged or cancelled or expires.

 

2.3.4 Fair value of financial instruments

 

In determining the fair value of its financial instruments, the Group uses a variety of methods and assumptions that are based on market conditions and risks existing at each reporting date. The methods used to determine fair value include discounted cash flow analysis, available quoted market prices and dealer quotes. All methods of assessing fair value result in general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.

 

Refer to table 'Financial instruments by category' below for the disclosure on carrying value and fair value of financial assets and liabilities. For financial assets and liabilities maturing within one year from the Balance Sheet date and which are not carried at fair value, the carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

2.3.5 Impairment

 

The Group recognizes loss allowances using the expected credit loss (ECL) model for the financial assets and unbilled revenue which are not fair valued through profit or loss. Loss allowance for trade receivables and unbilled revenues with no significant financing component is measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECL. For all other financial assets, expected credit losses are measured at an amount equal to the 12-month ECL, unless there has been a significant increase in credit risk from initial recognition in which case those are measured at lifetime ECL.

 

The Group determines the allowance for credit losses based on historical loss experience adjusted to reflect current and estimated future economic conditions. The Group considers current and anticipated future economic conditions relating to industries the Group deals with and the countries where it operates.

 

The amount of expected credit losses (or reversal) that is required to adjust the loss allowance at the reporting date to the amount that is required to be recorded is recognized as an impairment gain or loss in condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

Financial instruments by category

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at December 31, 2022 were as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Amortized cost Financial assets / liabilities at fair value through profit or loss  Financial assets / liabilities at fair value through OCI  Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon initial recognition Mandatory Equity instruments designated upon initial recognition Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to note 2.1)  11,587          11,587  11,587
Investments (Refer to note 2.2)              
Liquid mutual fund units      3,165      3,165  3,165
Quoted debt securities  2,115        11,635  13,750  13,954(1)
Commercial Papers          1,064  1,064  1,064
Certificates of deposit          2,764  2,764  2,764
Unquoted equity and preference securities        215    215  215
Unquoted investment others      158      158  158
Trade receivables  27,660          27,660  27,660
Unbilled revenues (Refer to note 2.17)(3)  8,193          8,193  8,193
Prepayments and other assets (Refer to note 2.4)  5,379          5,379  5,311(2)
Derivative financial instruments      74    13  87  87
Total  54,934    3,397  215  15,476  74,022  74,158
Liabilities:              
Trade payables  4,788          4,788  4,788
Lease liabilities  7,720          7,720  7,720
Derivative financial instruments      192    33  225  225
Financial liability under option arrangements
(Refer to note 2.5)
     671      671  671
Other liabilities including contingent consideration
(Refer to note 2.5)
 17,942    94      18,036  18,036
Total  30,450    957    33  31,440  31,440

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on quoted debt securities carried at amortized cost of 68 crore.
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue for contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at March 31, 2022 were as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Amortized cost Financial assets/ liabilities at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets/liabilities at fair value through OCI Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon initial recognition Mandatory Equity instruments designated upon initial recognition Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to note 2.1)  17,472          17,472  17,472
Investments (Refer to note 2.2)              
Liquid mutual fund units      2,012      2,012  2,012
Quoted debt securities  2,122        12,384  14,506  14,831(1)
Certificates of deposit          3,429  3,429  3,429
Unquoted equity and preference securities      24  194    218  218
Unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures      7      7  7
Unquoted investments others      152      152  152
Trade receivables  22,698          22,698  22,698
Unbilled revenue (Refer to note 2.17)(3)  6,354          6,354  6,354
Prepayments and other assets (Refer to note 2.4)  3,972          3,972  3,881(2)
Derivative financial instruments      123    20  143  143
Total  52,618    2,318  194  15,833  70,963  71,197
Liabilities:              
Trade payables  4,134          4,134  4,134
Lease liabilities  5,474          5,474  5,474
Derivative financial instruments      58    3  61  61
Financial liability under option arrangements
(Refer to note 2.5)
     655      655  655
Other liabilities including contingent consideration (Refer to note 2.5)  15,061    123      15,184  15,184
Total  24,669    836    3  25,508  25,508

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on quoted debt securities carried at amortized cost of 91 crore.
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue for contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

For trade receivables and trade payables and other assets and payables maturing within one year from the balance sheet date, the carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

Fair value hierarchy

 

Level 1 - Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

 

Level 2 – Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices).

 

Level 3 - Inputs for the assets or liabilities that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

 

The following table presents fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities as at December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at December 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in liquid mutual fund units (Refer to note 2.2)  3,165  3,165    
Investments in quoted debt securities (Refer to note 2.2)  13,954  10,536  3,418  
Investments in unquoted equity and preference securities (Refer to note 2.2)  215      215
Investments in certificates of deposits (Refer to note 2.2)  2,764    2,764  
Investments in commercial paper (Refer to note 2.2)  1,064    1,064  
Investments in unquoted investments others (Refer to note 2.2)  158      158
Derivative financial instruments - gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  87    87  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments - loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  225    225  
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to note 2.5)  671      671
Liability towards contingent consideration (Refer to note 2.5)*  94      94
*Discount rate pertaining to contingent consideration ranges from 9% to 14%

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, quoted debt securities of 974 crore were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on quoted price and quoted debt securities of 2,688 crore were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

The following table presents fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities as at March 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at March 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in liquid mutual fund units (Refer to note 2.2)  2,012  2,012    
Investments in quoted debt securities (Refer to note 2.2)  14,831  13,042  1,789  
Investments in unquoted equity and preference securities (Refer to note 2.2)  218      218
Investments in certificates of deposits (Refer to note 2.2)  3,429    3,429  
Investments in unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures (Refer to note 2.2)  7      7
Investments in unquoted investments others (Refer to note 2.2)  152      152
Derivative financial instruments- gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  143    143  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments- loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts  61    61  
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to note 2.5)  655      655
Liability towards contingent consideration (Refer to note 2.5)*  123      123
*Discount rate pertaining to contingent consideration ranges from 8% to 14.5%

 

During the year ended March 31, 2022, quoted debt securities of 576 crore were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on quoted price and quoted debt securities of 965 crore were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

A one percentage point change in the unobservable inputs used in fair valuation of Level 3 assets and liabilities does not have a significant impact in its value.

 

Majority of investments of the Group are fair valued based on Level 1 or Level 2 inputs. These investments primarily include investment in liquid mutual fund units, quoted debt securities, certificates of deposit, quoted bonds issued by government and quasi government organizations. The Group invests after considering counterparty risks based on multiple criteria including Tier I Capital, Capital Adequacy Ratio, credit rating, profitability, NPA levels and deposit base of banks and financial institutions. These risks are monitored regularly as per Group’s risk management program.

 

2.4 Prepayments and other assets

 

Prepayments and other assets consist of the following:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Rental deposits  38  58
Security deposits  10  7
Loans to employees  278  248
Prepaid expenses(1)  2,784  1,996
Interest accrued and not due  382  362
Withholding taxes and others(1)  2,913  1,941
Advance payments to vendors for supply of goods(1)  90  193
Deposit with corporations*  2,348  2,177
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to buyback (refer to note 2.18) **  592  -
Deferred contract cost(1)#    
Cost of obtaining a contract  954  858
Cost of fulfillment  165  91
Net investment in sublease of right of use asset  53  50
Other non financial assets (1)  342  325
Other financial assets  264  271
Total Current prepayment and other assets  11,213  8,577
Non-current    
Loans to employees  44  34
Deposit with corporations*  95  33
Rental deposits  226  186
Security deposits  46  47
Withholding taxes and others(1)  685  674
Deferred contract cost(1)#    
Cost of obtaining a contract  186  593
Cost of fulfillment  548  309
Prepaid expenses(1)  147  99
Net investment in sublease of right of use asset  320  322
Defined benefit plan assets(1)  20  20
Other financial assets  683  177
Total Non- current prepayment and other assets  3,000  2,494
Total prepayment and other assets  14,213  11,071
Financial assets in prepayments and other assets  5,379  3,972
(1)Non financial assets

 

Withholding taxes and others primarily consist of input tax credits and Cenvat recoverable from Government of India.

 

*Deposit with corporations represents amounts deposited to settle certain employee-related obligations as and when they arise during the normal course of business.

**Includes 240 crore towards shares purchased but not settled as of December 31, 2022

 

#Includes technology assets taken over by the Group from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Group in accordance with IFRS 15 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Group has entered into financing arrangements with a third party for these assets. As at December 31, 2022, the financial liability pertaining to such arrangements amounts to 747 crore. During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, 38 crore was settled directly by the third party to the customer on behalf of the Group and accordingly considered as non-cash transaction (Refer to note 2.5)

 

2.5 Other liabilities

 

Other liabilities comprise the following:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Accrued compensation to employees  3,536  4,061
Accrued expenses  7,841  7,476
Withholding taxes and others(1)  3,393  2,834
Retention money  14  13
Liabilities of controlled trusts  211  211
Deferred income - government grants(1)  11  11
Accrued defined benefit liability (1)  4  5
Liability towards contingent consideration  94  67
Capital Creditors  388  431
Financial liability relating to buyback * (Refer to note 2.18)  1,616  
Tax on buyback (1) (Refer to note 2.20)  643  
Other non-financial liabilities (1)  3  4
Other financial liabilities#  2,522 1,335
Financial liability under option arrangements  671  
Total current other liabilities  20,947 16,448
Non-current    
Liability towards contingent consideration    56
Accrued expenses  1,496  946
Accrued defined benefit liability (1)  474  367
Accrued compensation to employees  8  8
Deferred income - government grants(1)  63  64
Deferred income(1)  7  9
Other financial liabilities#  310  580
Other non-financial liabilities(1)  7  11
Financial liability under option arrangements    655
Total non-current other liabilities  2,365  2,696
Total other liabilities  23,312 19,144
Financial liabilities included in other liabilities  18,707  15,839
Financial liability towards contingent consideration on an undiscounted basis  100  132
(1)Non financial liabilities

*In accordance with IAS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation, the Company has recorded a financial liability as at December 31, 2022 for the obligation to acquire its own equity shares to the extent of standing instructions provided to its registered broker for the buyback (refer to note 2.18). The financial liability is recognized at the present value of the maximum amount that the Company would be required to pay to the registered broker for buy back, with a corresponding debit in general reserve / retained earnings.

#Deferred contract cost (Refer to note 2.4) includes technology assets taken over by the Group from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Group in accordance with IFRS 15 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Group has entered into financing arrangements with a third party for these assets. As at December 31, 2022, the financial liability pertaining to such arrangements amounts to 747 crore. During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, 38 crore was settled directly by the third party to the customer on behalf of the Group and accordingly considered as non-cash transaction.

 

Accrued expenses primarily relates to cost of technical sub-contractors, telecommunication charges, legal and professional charges, brand building expenses, overseas travel expenses and office maintenance.

 

2.6 Provisions and other contingencies

 

Accounting Policy

 

Provisions

 

A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation that is reasonably estimable, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows at a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability.

 

Contingent liability is a possible obligation arising from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the entity or a present obligation that arises from past events but is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation or the amount of the obligation cannot be measured with sufficient reliability.

 

Post sales client support

 

The Group provides its clients with a fixed-period post sales support on its fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts. Costs associated with such support services are accrued at the time related revenues are recorded and included in cost of sales. The Group estimates such costs based on historical experience and estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis for any material changes in assumptions and likelihood of occurrence.

 

Onerous contracts

 

Provisions for onerous contracts are recognized when the expected benefits to be derived by the Group from a contract are lower than the unavoidable costs of meeting the future obligations under the contract. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract. The provision is measured at the present value of the lower of the expected cost of terminating the contract and the expected net cost of continuing with the contract. Before a provision is established the Group recognizes any impairment loss on the assets associated with that contract.

 

Provisions comprise the following:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Provision for post sales client support and other provisions  1,417 975
   1,417 975

 

Provision for post sales client support represents cost associated with providing post sales support services which are accrued at the time of recognition of revenues and are expected to be utilized over a period of 1 year.

 

Provision for post sales client support and other provisions is included in cost of sales in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

As at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 claims against the Group, not acknowledged as debts, (excluding demands from income tax authorities - Refer to note 2.12) amounted to 691 crore and 640 crore respectively.

 

Legal proceedings

 

The Group is subject to legal proceedings and claims, which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. The Group’s management reasonably expects that these legal actions, when ultimately concluded and determined, will not have a material and adverse effect on the Group’s results of operations or financial condition.

 

2.7 Property, plant and equipment

 

Accounting Policy

 

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any. Costs directly attributable to acquisition are capitalized until the property, plant and equipment are ready for use, as intended by Management. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived at after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The Group depreciates property, plant and equipment over their estimated useful lives using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives of assets are as follows:

 

Building 22-25 years
Plant and machinery(1) 5 years
Computer equipment 3-5 years
Furniture and fixtures 5 years
Vehicles 5 years
Leasehold improvements Lower of useful life of the asset or lease term

 

(1)Includes solar plant with a useful life of 20 years

 

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The useful lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology.

 

Advances paid towards the acquisition of property, plant and equipment outstanding at each balance sheet date and the cost of assets not ready to use before such date are disclosed under ‘Capital work-in-progress’. Subsequent expenditures relating to property, plant and equipment is capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. Repairs and maintenance costs are recognized in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income when incurred. The cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the financial statements upon sale or retirement of the asset and the resultant gains or losses are recognized in net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

Impairment

 

Property, plant and equipment are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the three months ended December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2022  1,429  11,328  5,050  8,897  3,328  44  30,076
Additions    165  132  348  120    765
Deletions*      (7)  (393)  (18)    (418)
Translation difference    37  9  43  25    114
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  11,530  5,184  8,895  3,455  44  30,537
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2022    (4,308)  (3,864)  (6,360)  (2,587)  (38)  (17,157)
Depreciation    (109)  (119)  (343)  (93)  (1)  (665)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      7  392  17    416
Translation difference    (8)  (8)  (28)  (20)    (64)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (4,425)  (3,984)  (6,339)  (2,683)  (39)  (17,470)
Capital work-in progress as at October 1, 2022              483
Carrying value as at October 1, 2022  1,429  7,020  1,186  2,537  741  6  13,402
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2022              350
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  7,105  1,200  2,556  772  5  13,417

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the three months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2021  1,410  11,047  5,142  7,834  3,155  44 28,632
Additions  18  60  80  338  30    526
Deletions*      (57)  (138)  (33)    (228)
Translation difference    16  3  (1)  3    21
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021 1,428 11,123 5,168 8,033 3,155 44 28,951
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2021    (3,884)  (3,795)  (5,693)  (2,312)  (35)  (15,719)
Depreciation    (105)  (110)  (274)  (83)  (1)  (573)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      35  139  25    199
Translation difference    (4)    (2)  (3)    (9)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (3,993)  (3,870)  (5,830)  (2,373)  (36)  (16,102)
Capital work-in progress as at October 1, 2021              509
Carrying value as at October 1, 2021 1,410 7,163 1,347 2,141 843 9 13,422
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2021              495
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021 1,428 7,130 1,298 2,203 782 8 13,344

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the nine months ended December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2022  1,429  11,224  4,950  8,527  3,201  44 29,375
Additions - Business Combination (Refer to Note 2.10)      5  6  3    14
Additions    308  267  1,016  283  1  1,875
Deletions*      (43)  (686)  (49)  (1)  (779)
Translation difference    (2)  5  32  17    52
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  11,530  5,184  8,895  3,455  44  30,537
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2022    (4,100)  (3,677)  (6,034)  (2,452)  (37)  (16,300)
Depreciation    (325)  (345)  (968)  (266)  (3)  (1,907)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      42  685  49  1  777
Translation difference      (4)  (22)  (14)    (40)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (4,425)  (3,984)  (6,339)  (2,683)  (39)  (17,470)
Capital work-in progress as at April 1, 2022              504
Carrying value as at April 1, 2022 1,429 7,124 1,273 2,493 749 7 13,579
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2022              350
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022 1,429 7,105 1,200 2,556 772 5 13,417

 

*During the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of 275 crore (net book value: Nil) and 504 crore (net book value: Nil), respectively were retired.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the nine months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land Buildings Plant and machinery Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2021  1,397  10,565  4,963  7,639  3,043  44 27,651
Additions  31  515  266  982  151    1,945
Deletions*      (67)  (595)  (50)    (712)
Translation difference    43  6  7  11    67
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,428  11,123  5,168  8,033  3,155  44  28,951
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2021    (3,675)  (3,599)  (5,636)  (2,149)  (32)  (15,091)
Depreciation    (311)  (313)  (782)  (256)  (4)  (1,666)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      45  595  42    682
Translation difference    (7)  (3)  (7)  (10)    (27)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (3,993)  (3,870)  (5,830)  (2,373)  (36)  (16,102)
Capital work-in progress as at April 1, 2021              1,063
Carrying value as at April 1, 2021 1,397 6,890 1,364 2,003 894 12 13,623
Capital work-in progress as at December 31, 2021              495
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021 1,428 7,130 1,298 2,203 782 8 13,344

 

*During the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2021, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of 54 crore (net book value: Nil) and 316 crore (net book value: Nil) respectively, were retired.

 

The aggregate depreciation expense is included in cost of sales in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income.

 

The Group had contractual commitments for capital expenditure primarily comprising of commitments for infrastructure facilities and computer equipment aggregating to 740 crore and 1,245 crore as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

2.8 Leases

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Group as a lessee

 

The Group’s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for land, buildings and computers. The Group assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Group assesses whether: (1) the contract involves the use of an identified asset (2) the Group has substantially all of the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and (3) the Group has the right to direct the use of the asset.

 

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Group recognizes a right-of-use asset (“ROU”) and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Group recognizes the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

 

As a lessee, the Group determines the lease term as the non-cancellable period of a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The Group makes an assessment on the expected lease term on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs relating to the termination of the lease and the importance of the underlying asset to Infosys’s operations taking into account the location of the underlying asset and the availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the current economic circumstances.

 

Certain lease arrangements include options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised.

 

The right-of-use assets are initially recognized at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

 

Right-of-use assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over the shorter of the lease term and useful life of the underlying asset.

 

Right of use assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

The lease liability is initially measured at amortized cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of these leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use asset if the group changes its assessment if whether it will exercise an extension or a termination option.

 

Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows.

 

The Group as a lessor

 

Leases for which the group is a lessor is classified as a finance or operating lease. Whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee, the contract is classified as a finance lease. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

 

When the Group is an intermediate lessor, it accounts for its interests in the head lease and the sub-lease separately. The sublease is classified as a finance or operating lease by reference to the right-of-use asset arising from the head lease.

 

For operating leases, rental income is recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2022: 

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers  
Balance as of October 1, 2022  622  3,843  14  1,146  5,625
Additions(1)    133  2  1,010  1,145
Deletions    (10)    (97)  (107)
Depreciation  (1)  (170)  (2)  (162)  (335)
Translation difference  3  51  1  97  152
Balance as of December 31, 2022  624  3,847  15  1,994  6,480

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers  
Balance as of October 1, 2021  629  3,738  16  216  4,599
Additions(1)    238  2  189  429
Deletions    (64)    (17)  (81)
Depreciation  (2)  (167)  (2)  (38)  (209)
Translation difference  2  (3)  (1)  (3)  (5)
Balance as of December 31, 2021  629  3,742  15  347  4,733

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers  
Balance as of April 1, 2022  628  3,711  16  468  4,823
Additions(1)    619  6  2,004  2,629
Deletions    (12)    (250)  (262)
Depreciation  (4)  (500)  (7)  (320)  (831)
Translation difference    29    92  121
Balance as of December 31, 2022  624  3,847  15  1,994  6,480

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers  
Balance as of April 1, 2021  630  3,984  19  161  4,794
Additions(1)    302  3  289  594
Deletions    (70)    (35)  (105)
Depreciation  (5)  (487)  (7)  (67)  (566)
Translation difference  4  13    (1)  16
Balance as of December 31, 2021  629  3,742  15  347  4,733

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications

 

The aggregate depreciation expense on ROU assets is included in cost of sales in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income. 

 

The following is the break-up of current and non-current lease liabilities as of December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current lease liabilities  1,143  872
Non-current lease liabilities  6,577  4,602
Total  7,720  5,474

 

2.9 Goodwill and Intangible assets

 

2.9.1 Goodwill

 

Accounting Policy

 

Goodwill represents the purchase consideration in excess of the Group's interest in the net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquired entity. When the net fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired exceeds the purchase consideration, the fair value of net assets acquired is reassessed and the bargain purchase gain is recognized immediately in the net profit in the Statement of Comprehensive Income. Goodwill is measured at cost less accumulated impairment losses.

 

Impairment 

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis and whenever there is an indication that the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit (CGU) is less than its carrying amount. For the impairment test, goodwill is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGU’s which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition and which represents the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes. A CGU is the smallest identifiable group of assets that generates cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or group of assets. Impairment occurs when the carrying amount of a CGU including the goodwill, exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the CGU. The recoverable amount of a CGU is the higher of its fair value less cost to sell and its value-in-use. Value-in-use is the present value of future cash flows expected to be derived from the CGU. Key assumptions in the cash flow projections are prepared based on current economic conditions and includes estimated long term growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimated operating margins.

 

Total impairment loss of a CGU is allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of goodwill allocated to the CGU and then to the other assets of the CGU pro-rata on the basis of the carrying amount of each asset in the CGU. An impairment loss on goodwill is recognized in net profit in the Statement of Comprehensive Income and is not reversed in the subsequent period.

Following is a summary of changes in the carrying amount of goodwill:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Carrying value at the beginning  6,195  6,079
Goodwill on acquisitions (Refer to note 2.10)  630  -
Translation differences  422  116
Carrying value at the end  7,247  6,195

 

For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs, which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition.

 

2.9.2 Intangible assets

 

Accounting Policy

 

Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. Intangible assets are amortized over their respective individual estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. The estimated useful life of an identifiable intangible asset is based on a number of factors including the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and other economic factors (such as the stability of the industry and known technological advances), and the level of maintenance expenditures required to obtain the expected future cash flows from the asset. Amortization methods and useful lives are reviewed periodically including at each financial year end.

 

Research costs are expensed as incurred. Software product development costs are expensed as incurred unless technical and commercial feasibility of the project is demonstrated, future economic benefits are probable, the group has an intention and ability to complete and use or sell the software and the costs can be measured reliably. The costs which can be capitalized include the cost of material, direct labour, overhead costs that are directly attributable to prepare the asset for its intended use.

 

Impairment

 

Intangible assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the CGU to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in net profit in the statement of comprehensive income if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated amortization) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

2.10 Business combinations

 

Accounting policy

 

Business combinations have been accounted for using the acquisition method under the provisions of IFRS 3 (Revised), Business Combinations.

 

The purchase price in an acquisition is measured at the fair value of the assets transferred, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the date of acquisition, which is the date on which control is transferred to the Group. The purchase price also includes the fair value of any contingent consideration. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured initially at their fair value on the date of acquisition. Contingent consideration is remeasured at fair value at each reporting date and changes in the fair value of the contingent consideration are recognized in the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income.

The interest of non-controlling shareholders is initially measured either at fair value or at the non-controlling interests’ proportionate share of the acquiree’s identifiable net assets. The choice of measurement basis is made on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis. Subsequent to acquisition, the carrying amount of non-controlling interests is the amount of those interests at initial recognition plus the non-controlling interests’ share of subsequent changes in equity of subsidiaries.

 

Business combinations between entities under common control is outside the scope of IFRS 3 (Revised), Business Combinations and is accounted for at carrying value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed.

 

The payments related to options issued by the Group over the non-controlling interests in its subsidiaries are accounted as financial liabilities and initially recognized at the estimated present value of gross obligations. Such options are subsequently measured at fair value in order to reflect the amount payable under the option at the date at which it becomes exercisable. In the event that the option expires unexercised, the liability is derecognized.

 

Transaction costs that the Group incurs in connection with a business combination such as finder’s fees, legal fees, due diligence fees, and other professional and consulting fees are expensed as incurred.

 

Acquisition

 

Oddity

 

On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd) acquired 100% voting interests in oddity GmbH, oddity Group Services GmbH, oddity Space GmbH, oddity Jungle GmbH, oddity Code GmbH and oddity Waves GmbH (collectively known as oddity), Germany-based digital marketing, experience, and commerce agency. This acquisition is expected to strengthen the Group's creative, branding and experience design capabilities in Germany and across Europe.

 

The purchase price is allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based upon determination of fair values at the date of acquisition as follows:

 

(In crore)

Component Acquiree's carrying amount Fair value adjustments Purchase price allocated
Net Assets(1) 49 49
Intangible assets –      
Customer contracts and relationships# 99 99
Deferred tax liabilities on intangible assets (30) (30)
Total 49 69 118
Goodwill     178
Total purchase price     296

 

(1)Includes cash and cash equivalents acquired of 21 crore.
#The estimated useful life is around 5 years

 

The excess of the purchase consideration paid over the fair value of assets acquired has been attributed to goodwill. The primary items that generated this goodwill are the value of the acquired assembled workforce and estimated synergies neither of which qualify as an intangible asset.

 

Goodwill is not tax-deductible.

 

The purchase consideration of 296 crore includes cash of 251 crore and contingent consideration with an estimated fair value of 45 crore as on the date of acquisition.

 

At the acquisition date, the key inputs used in determination of the fair value of contingent consideration are the probabilities assigned towards achievement of financial targets and discount rate of 12.5%. The undiscounted value of contingent consideration as of December 31, 2022 was 57 crore. Additionally, this acquisition has retention bonus payable to the employees of the acquiree over three years, subject to their continuous employment with the Group along with achievement of financial targets for the respective years. Bonus is recognized in employee benefit expenses in the Statement of Comprehensive Income over the period of service.

 

Fair value of trade receivables acquired, is 39 crore as of acquisition date and as of December 31, 2022 the amounts are fully collected.

 

The transaction costs of 4 crore related to the acquisition have been included under administrative expenses in the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.

 

BASE life science A/S

 

On September 01, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% voting interests in BASE life science A/S, a consulting and technology firm in the life sciences industry in Europe. This acquisition is expected to augment the Group's life sciences expertise, scale its digital transformation capabilities with cloud based industry solutions and expand its presence in Nordics region and across Europe.

 

The purchase price allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based upon determination of fair values at the date of acquisition as follows:

 

(In crore)

Component Acquiree's carrying amount Fair value adjustments Purchase price allocated
Net Assets(1)  54    54
Intangible assets –      
Customer contracts and relationships#    175  175
 Vendor relationships#    30  30
 Brand#    24  24
Deferred tax liabilities on intangible assets    (50)  (50)
Total  54  179  233
Goodwill      452
Total purchase price      685

 

(1)Includes cash and cash equivalents acquired of 5 crore.

#Useful lives are estimated to be in the range of 1 to 6 years

 

The excess of the purchase consideration paid over the fair value of assets acquired has been attributed to goodwill. The primary items that generated this goodwill are the value of the acquired assembled workforce and estimated synergies, neither of which qualify as an intangible asset.

 

Goodwill is not tax-deductible.

 

Additionally, this acquisition has shareholder and employee retention payouts payable to the employees of the acquiree over three years, subject to their continuous employment with the group. Performance and retention bonus is recognised in employee benefit expenses in the Statement of Comprehensive Income over the period of service.

 

Fair value of trade receivables acquired, is 72 crore as of acquisition date and as of December 31, 2022 the amounts are substantially collected.

 

The transaction costs of 3 crore related to the acquisition have been included under administrative expenses in the Statement of comprehensive income for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.

 

2.11 Employees' Stock Option Plans (ESOP)

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Group recognizes compensation expense relating to share-based payments in net profit based on estimated fair-values of the awards on the grant date. The estimated fair value of awards is recognized as an expense in net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period for each separately vesting portion of the award as if the award was in-substance, multiple awards with a corresponding increase to share premium.

 

Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (the 2019 Plan)

 

On June 22, 2019 pursuant to the approval by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting, the Board has been authorized to introduce, offer, issue and provide share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2019 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2019 plan shall not exceed 50,000,000 equity shares. To implement the 2019 Plan, up to 45,000,000 equity shares may be issued by way of secondary acquisition of shares by the Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Trust. The Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted under the 2019 plan shall vest based on the achievement of defined annual performance parameters as determined by the administrator (Nomination and Remuneration Committee). The performance parameters will be based on a combination of relative Total Shareholder Return (TSR) against selected industry peers and certain broader market domestic and global indices and operating performance metrics of the company as decided by administrator. Each of the above performance parameters will be distinct for the purposes of calculation of quantity of shares to vest based on performance. These instruments will generally vest between a minimum of 1 to maximum of 3 years from the grant date.

 

2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (the 2015 Plan):

 

On March 31, 2016, pursuant to the approval by the shareholders through postal ballot, the Board was authorized to introduce, offer, issue and allot share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2015 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2015 plan shall not exceed 24,038,883 equity shares (this includes 11,223,576 equity shares which are held by the trust towards the 2011 Plan as at March 31, 2016). The Company expects to grant the instruments under the 2015 Plan over the period of 4 years. The plan numbers mentioned above would further be adjusted for the September 2018 bonus issue.

 

The equity settled and cash settled RSUs and stock options would vest generally over a period of 4 years and shall be exercisable within the period as approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NARC). The exercise price of the RSUs will be equal to the par value of the shares and the exercise price of the stock options would be the market price as on the date of grant.

 

Controlled trust holds 12,568,222 and 13,725,712 shares as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively under the 2015 plan. Out of these shares 200,000 equity shares each have been earmarked for welfare activities of the employees as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022.

 

The following is the summary of grants during the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

 

Particulars 2019 Plan 2015 Plan
 

Three months ended

December 31,

Nine months ended

December 31,

Three months ended

December 31,

Nine months ended

December 31,

  2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021
Equity settled RSUs                
Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs)      176,893  73,962      287,325  101,697
Employees other than KMPs  3,814    374,774    48,050  25,270  48,050  25,270
Total Grants  3,814    551,667  73,962  48,050  25,270  335,375  126,967

 

Notes on grants to KMP:

 

CEO & MD

 

Based on the recommendations of the Board and the approval of the shareholders at the AGM held on June 25, 2022, Salil Parekh has been reappointed as the CEO and MD of the Company for a term commencing on July 1, 2022 and ending on March 31, 2027. The remuneration is approved by the shareholders in the AGM. The revised employment agreement is effective July 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2015 plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement effective till June 30, 2022, approved the grant of performance-based RSUs of fair value of 13 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 84,361 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Further, in line with the shareholders approval and revised employment contract which is effective July 1, 2022, the Board, on July 24, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee:

 

• Approved the grant of performance-based RSUs (Annual performance equity grant) of fair value of 21.75 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 140,228 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

• Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance equity ESG grant) of fair value of 2 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain environment, social and governance milestones as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 12,894 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

• Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance Equity TSR grant) of fair value of 5 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on Company’s performance on cumulative relative TSR over the years and as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 32,236 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2019 plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved performance-based grant of RSUs amounting to 10 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2019 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement effective till June 30, 2022 based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 64,893 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Other KMPs

 

Under the 2015 plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with employment agreement, the Board, approved performance-based grant of 5,616 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. The performance based RSUs will vest over three years based on certain performance targets.

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved time based grant of 11,990 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over four years.

 

Under the 2019 plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance-based grants of 8,000 RSUs to a KMP under the 2019 plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

On May 21, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance-based grants of 1,04,000 RSUs to other KMPs under the 2019 plan. The grants were made effective June 1, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

Break-up of employee stock compensation expense

 

(in crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31,

Nine months ended December 31, 

  2022 2021 2022 2021
Granted to:        
KMPs#    17  41  51
Employees other than KMPs  117  77  345  251
Total (1)  117  94  386  302
(1) Cash settled stock compensation expense included in the above 5 5 4 17

 

#Includes reversal of employee stock compensation expense on account of resignation

 

The fair value of the awards are estimated using the Black-Scholes Model for time and non-market performance based options and Monte Carlo simulation model is used for TSR based options.

 

The inputs to the model include the share price at date of grant, exercise price, expected volatility, expected dividends, expected term and the risk free rate of interest. Expected volatility during the expected term of the options is based on historical volatility of the observed market prices of the Company's publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Expected volatility of the comparative company have been modelled based on historical movements in the market prices of their publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Correlation coefficient is calculated between each peer entity and the indices as a whole or between each entity in the peer group.

 

The fair value of each equity settled award is estimated on the date of grant using the following assumptions:

 

Particulars For options granted in
  Fiscal 2023-
Equity Shares-RSU
Fiscal 2023-
ADS-RSU
Fiscal 2022-
Equity Shares-RSU
Fiscal 2022-
ADS-RSU
Weighted average share price () / ($ ADS) 1,525 19.01  1,791  24.45
Exercise price ()/ ($ ADS)  5.00  0.07  5.00  0.07
Expected volatility (%) 23-32 28-34  20-35  25-36
Expected life of the option (years)  1-4  1-4  1-4  1-4
Expected dividends (%)  2-3  2-3  2-3  2-3
Risk-free interest rate (%) 5-7 2-5  4-6  1-3
Weighted average fair value as on grant date () / ($ ADS)  1,283  14.40  1,548  20.82

 

The expected life of the RSU/ESOP is estimated based on the vesting term and contractual term of the RSU/ESOP, as well as expected exercise behavior of the employee who receives the RSU/ESOP.

 

2.12 Income Taxes

 

Accounting policy

 

Income tax expense comprises current and deferred income tax. Income tax expense is recognized in net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive income except to the extent that it relates to items recognized directly in equity, in which case it is recognized in equity or other comprehensive income. Current income tax for current and prior periods is recognized at the amount expected to be paid to or recovered from the tax authorities, using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for all temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements except when the deferred income tax arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss at the time of the transaction. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realized.

 

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured using tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date and are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of changes in tax rates on deferred income tax assets and liabilities is recognized as income or expense in the period that includes the enactment or the substantive enactment date. A deferred income tax asset is recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and tax losses can be utilized. Deferred income taxes are not provided on the undistributed earnings of subsidiaries and branches where it is expected that the earnings of the subsidiary or branch will not be distributed in the foreseeable future.

 

The Group offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The income tax provision for the interim period is made based on the best estimate of the annual average tax rate expected to be applicable for the full financial year. Tax benefits of deductions earned on exercise of employee share options in excess of compensation charged to income are credited to equity.

 

Income tax expense in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income comprises:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Current taxes        
Domestic taxes  1,598  1,471  5,142  4,319
Foreign taxes  597  592  1,885  1,667
   2,195  2,063  7,027  5,986
Deferred taxes        
Domestic taxes  242  116  267  339
Foreign taxes  (92)  (58)  (412)  (209)
   150  58  (145)  130
Income tax expense  2,345  2,121  6,882  6,116

 

Income tax expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of 76 crore and provision (net of reversals) of 7 crore, respectively. Income tax expense for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of 36 crore and 26 crore, respectively. These provisions and reversals pertaining to prior periods are primarily on account of adjudication of certain disputed matters, upon filing of tax return and completion of assessments, across various jurisdictions.

 

Deferred income tax for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 substantially relates to origination and reversal of temporary differences.

 

The Company’s Advanced Pricing Arrangement (APA) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for US branch income tax expired in March 2021. The Company has applied for renewal of APA and currently the US taxable income is based on the Company’s best estimate determined based on the expected value method.

 

As at December 31, 2022, claims against the Group not acknowledged as debts from the Income tax authorities amounted to 4,051 crore. As at March 31, 2022, claims against the Group not acknowledged as debts from the Income tax authorities amounted to 4,001 crore.

 

The amount paid to statutory authorities against the tax claims amounted to 6,546 crore and 5,996 crore as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

The claims against the group primarily represent demands arising on completion of assessment proceedings under the Income Tax Act, 1961. These claims are on account of multiple issues of disallowances such as disallowance of profits earned from STP Units and SEZ Units, disallowance of deductions in respect of employment of new employees under section 80JJAA, disallowance of expenditure towards software being held as capital in nature, payments made to Associated Enterprises held as liable for withholding of taxes.

 

These matters are pending before various Appellate Authorities and the Management including its tax advisors expect that its position will likely be upheld on ultimate resolution and will not have a material adverse effect on the Group's financial position and results of operations.

 

2.13 Basic and diluted shares used in computing earnings per equity share

 

Accounting Policy

 

Basic earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Group by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Group by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per equity share and also the weighted average number of equity shares that could have been issued upon conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the equity shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. the average market value of the outstanding equity shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as at the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date. Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented.

 

The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted retrospectively for all periods presented for any share splits and bonus shares issues including for changes effected prior to the approval of the financial statements by the Board of Directors.

 

2.14 Related party transactions

 

Refer to note 2.14 "Related party transactions" in the Company’s 2022 Consolidated financial statements under IFRS in Indian rupee for the full names and other details of the Company's subsidiaries and controlled trusts.

 

Changes in Subsidiaries

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, the following are the changes in the subsidiaries:

 

-Infosys Consulting S.R.L. (Argentina) (formerly a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Holding AG) became the majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited with effect from April 1, 2022.

 

-On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (formerly Kristall 247. GmbH (“Kristall”)) (a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd) acquired 100% of voting interests in oddity space GmbH, oddity jungle GmbH, oddity waves GmbH, oddity group services GmbH, oddity code GmbH along with its subsidiary oddity code d.o.o., and oddity GmbH along with its two subsidiaries oddity (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., oddity Limited (Taipei).

 

-Panaya GmbH renamed as Infosys Financial Services GmbH.

 

-Infosys Arabia Limited, a majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited is under liquidation.

 

-Infosys Public Services Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Public Services Inc. was incorporated on July 8, 2022.

 

-On September 1, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. (a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% of voting interests in BASE life science A/S along with its seven subsidiaries BASE life science AG, BASE life science GmbH, BASE life science Ltd., BASE life science S.A.S., BASE life science S.r.l., Innovisor Inc. and BASE life science Inc.

 

-BASE life science SL., a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S was incorporated on September 6, 2022.

 

-Panaya Germany GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Panaya Inc. was incorporated on December 15,2022.

 

Change in key management personnel

 

The following are the changes in the key management personnel:

 

-Ravi Kumar S resigned effective October 11, 2022

 

Transactions with key management personnel

 

The table below describes the compensation to key management personnel which comprise directors and executive officers:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Salaries and other short term employee benefits to whole-time directors and executive officers(1) (2)  12  33  86  106
Commission and other benefits to non-executive/ independent directors  5  3  12  8
Total  17 36  98 114

 

(1)Total employee stock compensation expense for three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, includes a charge of less than a crore and 17 crore respectively, towards key managerial personnel. For the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, includes a charge of 41 crore and 51 crore respectively, towards key managerial personnel. (Refer to note 2.11). Stock compensation expense for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 include reversal of expense on account of resignation.

(2)Does not include post-employment benefit based on actuarial valuation as this is done for the Company as a whole.

 

2.15 Segment reporting

 

IFRS 8 Operating Segments establishes standards for the way that public business enterprises report information about operating segments and related disclosures about products and services, geographic areas, and major customers. The Group's operations predominantly relate to providing end-to-end business solutions to enable clients to enhance business performance. The Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM) evaluates the Group's performance and allocates resources based on an analysis of various performance indicators by business segments. Accordingly, information has been presented along business segments. The accounting principles used in the preparation of the financial statements are consistently applied to record revenue and expenditure in individual segments, and are as set out in the accounting policies.

 

Business segments of the Group are primarily enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance, enterprises in Manufacturing, enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics, enterprises in the Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services, enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media, enterprises in Hi-Tech, enterprises in Life Sciences and Healthcare and all other segments. The Financial services reportable segments has been aggregated to include the Financial Services operating segment and Finacle operating segment because of the similarity of the economic characteristics. All other segments represents the operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services.

 

Revenue and identifiable operating expenses in relation to segments are categorized based on items that are individually identifiable to that segment. Revenue for 'all other segments' represents revenue generated by Infosys Public services and revenue generated from customers located in India, Japan and China and other enterprises in Public services. Allocated expenses of segments include expenses incurred for rendering services from the Group's offshore software development centers and on-site expenses, which are categorized in relation to the associated efforts of the segment. Certain expenses such as depreciation and amortization, which form a significant component of total expenses, are not specifically allocable to specific segments as the underlying assets are used interchangeably. The Management believes that it is not practical to provide segment disclosures relating to those costs and expenses, and accordingly these expenses are separately disclosed as "unallocated" and adjusted against the total income of the Group.

 

Assets and liabilities used in the Group's business are not identified to any of the reportable segments, as these are used interchangeably between segments. Management believes that it is currently not practicable to provide segment disclosures relating to total assets and liabilities since a meaningful segregation of the available data is onerous.

 

Business segment revenue information is collated based on individual customers invoiced or in relation to which the revenue is otherwise recognized.

 

Disclosure of revenue by geographic locations is given in note 2.16 Revenue from operations.

 

2.15.1 Business segments

 

Three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

 

(In crore)

Particulars Financial Services(1) Retail(2) Communication(3) Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing  Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) All other segments(5) Total
Revenue  11,235  5,480  4,710  4,957  5,099  3,095  2,695  1,047  38,318
   10,023  4,612  3,979  3,740  3,598  2,567  2,383  965  31,867
Identifiable operating expenses  6,549  2,837  2,858  2,594  3,206  1,786  1,580  746  22,156
   5,659  2,234  2,356  2,012  2,341  1,522  1,406  661  18,191
Allocated expenses  2,008  997  810  906  858  496  431  289  6,795
   1,630  748  660  653  624  409  337  232  5,293
Segment Profit  2,678  1,646  1,042  1,457  1,035  813  684  12  9,367
   2,734  1,630  963  1,075  633  636  640  72  8,383
Unallocable expenses                  1,125
                   899
Operating profit                  8,242
                   7,484
Other income, net (Refer to note 2.19)                  769
                   512
Finance Cost                  80
                   53
Profit before income taxes                  8,931
                   7,943
Income tax expense                  2,345
                   2,121
Net profit                  6,586
                   5,822
Depreciation and amortization                  1,125
                   899
Non-cash expenses other than depreciation and amortization                  
                   –

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

Nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

 

(In crore)

Particulars Financial Services(1) Retail(2) Communication(3) Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing  Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) All other segments(5) Total
Revenue  32,945  15,667  13,675  13,714  13,957  8,878  7,404  3,086  109,326
   28,805  13,118  11,050  10,611  9,520  7,388  6,377  2,496  89,365
Identifiable operating expenses  18,829  8,023  8,488  7,309  9,245  5,225  4,320  2,100  63,539
   16,317  6,333  6,648  5,632  5,766  4,409  3,619  1,715  50,439
Allocated expenses  5,873  2,883  2,386  2,552  2,500  1,444  1,223  794  19,655
   4,752  2,170  1,916  1,866  1,772  1,156  959  690  15,281
Segment Profit  8,243  4,761  2,801  3,853  2,212  2,209  1,861  192  26,132
   7,736  4,615  2,486  3,113  1,982  1,823  1,799  91  23,645
Unallocable expenses                  3,104
                   2,586
Operating profit                  23,028
                   21,059
Other income, net (Refer to note 2.19)                  2,030
                   1,658
Finance Cost                  202
                   150
Profit before income taxes                  24,856
                   22,567
Income tax expense                  6,882
                   6,116
Net profit                  17,974
                   16,451
Depreciation and amortization                  3,104
                   2,586
Non-cash expenses other than depreciation and amortization                  
                   

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

2.15.2 Significant clients

 

No client individually accounted for more than 10% of the revenues for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.

 

2.16 Revenue from Operations

 

Accounting Policy:

 

The Group derives revenues primarily from IT services comprising software development and related services, cloud and infrastructure services, maintenance, consulting and package implementation, licensing of software products and platforms across the Group’s core and digital offerings (together called as “software related services”) and business process management services. Contracts with customers are either on a time-and-material, unit of work, fixed-price or on a fixed-timeframe basis.

 

Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved in writing by the parties, to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services (“performance obligations”) to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Group has received or expects to receive in exchange for these products or services (“transaction price”). When there is uncertainty as to collectability, revenue recognition is postponed until such uncertainty is resolved.

 

The Group assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. The Group allocates the transaction price to each distinct performance obligation based on the relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In the absence of such evidence, the primary method used to estimate standalone selling price is the expected cost plus a margin, under which the Group estimates the cost of satisfying the performance obligation and then adds an appropriate margin based on similar services.

 

The Group’s contracts may include variable consideration including rebates, volume discounts and penalties. The Group includes variable consideration as part of transaction price when there is a basis to reasonably estimate the amount of the variable consideration and when it is probable that a significant reversal of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is resolved.

 

Revenue on time-and-material and unit of work based contracts, are recognized as the related services are performed. Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably either on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period or ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and Group’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. Revenue from other fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts, where the performance obligations are satisfied over time is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method. Efforts or costs expended are used to determine progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. Progress towards completion is measured as the ratio of costs or efforts incurred to date (representing work performed) to the estimated total costs or efforts. Estimates of transaction price and total costs or efforts are continuously monitored over the term of the contracts and are recognized in net profit in the period when these estimates change or when the estimates are revised. Revenues and the estimated total costs or efforts are subject to revision as the contract progresses. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

The billing schedules agreed with customers include periodic performance based billing and / or milestone based progress billings. Revenues in excess of billing are classified as unbilled revenue while billing in excess of revenues are classified as contract liabilities (which we refer to as unearned revenues).

 

In arrangements for software development and related services and maintenance services, by applying the revenue recognition criteria for each distinct performance obligation, the arrangements with customers generally meet the criteria for considering software development and related services as distinct performance obligations. For allocating the transaction price, the Group measures the revenue in respect of each performance obligation of a contract at its relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In cases where the Group is unable to determine the standalone selling price, the Group uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. For software development and related services, the performance obligations are satisfied as and when the services are rendered since the customer generally obtains control of the work as it progresses.

 

Certain cloud and infrastructure services contracts include multiple elements which may be subject to other specific accounting guidance, such as leasing guidance. These contracts are accounted in accordance with such specific accounting guidance. In such arrangements where the Group is able to determine that hardware and services are distinct performance obligations, it allocates the consideration to these performance obligations on a relative standalone selling price basis. In the absence of standalone selling price, the Group uses the expected cost-plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. When such arrangements are considered as a single performance obligation, revenue is recognized over the period and measure of progress is determined based on promise in the contract.

 

Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to use” the licenses is recognized at the time the license is made available to the customer. Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to access” is recognized over the access period.

 

Arrangements to deliver software products generally have three elements: license, implementation and Annual Technical Services (ATS). When implementation services are provided in conjunction with the licensing arrangement and the license and implementation have been identified as two distinct separate performance obligations, the transaction price for such contracts are allocated to each performance obligation of the contract based on their relative standalone selling prices. In the absence of standalone selling price for implementation, the Group uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. Where the license is required to be substantially customized as part of the implementation service the entire arrangement fee for license and implementation is considered to be a single performance obligation and the revenue is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method as the implementation is performed. Revenue from client training, support and other services arising due to the sale of software products is recognized as the performance obligations are satisfied. ATS revenue is recognized ratably on a straight line basis over the period in which the services are rendered.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Group is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Group is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the group first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Group considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

The incremental costs of obtaining a contract (i.e., costs that would not have been incurred if the contract had not been obtained) are recognized as an asset if the Group expects to recover them.

 

Certain eligible, nonrecurring costs (e.g. set-up or transition or transformation costs) that do not represent a separate performance obligation are recognized as an asset when such costs (a) relate directly to the contract; (b) generate or enhance resources of the Group that will be used in satisfying the performance obligation in the future; and (c) are expected to be recovered.

 

Capitalized contract costs relating to upfront payments to customers are amortized to revenue and other capitalized costs are amortized to cost of sales over the respective contract life on a systematic basis consistent with the transfer of goods or services to customer to which the asset relates. Capitalized costs are monitored regularly for impairment. Impairment losses are recorded when present value of projected remaining operating cash flows is not sufficient to recover the carrying amount of the capitalized costs.

 

The Group presents revenues net of indirect taxes in its Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income.

 

Revenues for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue from software services  35,870  29,766  102,375  83,425
Revenue from products and platforms  2,448  2,101  6,951  5,940
Total revenue from operations  38,318  31,867  109,326  89,365

 

Disaggregated revenue information

 

The table below presents disaggregated revenues from contracts with customers by geography and offerings for each of our business segments. The group believes that this disaggregation best depicts how the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of our revenues and cash flows are affected by industry, market and other economic factors.

 

Three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

 

(In crore)

Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail(2) Communication (3) Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) Others (5) Total
Revenues by Geography*                  
North America  7,219  3,844  2,887  2,712  1,940  2,892  1,975  287  23,756
   6,310  3,136  2,301  1,951  1,646  2,389  1,725  237  19,695
Europe  1,882  1,341  976  1,845  2,994  68  684  105  9,895
   1,724  1,224  973  1,477  1,794  59  627  58  7,936
India  452  19  43  68  26  116  7  196  927
   491  24  48  36  18  104  6  228  955
Rest of the world  1,682  276  804  332  139  19  29  459  3,740
   1,498  228  657  276  140  15  25  442  3,281
Total  11,235  5,480  4,710  4,957  5,099  3,095  2,695  1,047  38,318
   10,023  4,612  3,979  3,740  3,598  2,567  2,383  965  31,867
Revenue by offerings                  
Digital  6,223  3,615  3,150  3,148  3,773  1,984  1,679  531  24,103
   5,264  2,895  2,437  2,211  2,440  1,503  1,457  444  18,651
Core  5,012  1,865  1,560  1,809  1,326  1,111  1,016  516  14,215
   4,759  1,717  1,542  1,529  1,158  1,064  926  521  13,216
Total  11,235  5,480  4,710  4,957  5,099  3,095  2,695  1,047  38,318
   10,023  4,612  3,979  3,740  3,598  2,567  2,383  965  31,867

 

Nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021

 

(In crore)

Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail(2) Communication (3) Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing Hi Tech Life Sciences(4) Others (5) Total
Revenues by Geography*                  
North America  21,139  10,901  8,324  7,299  5,668  8,288  5,446  816  67,881
   17,979  8,862  6,080  5,481  4,654  6,885  4,598  694  55,233
Europe  5,525  3,874  2,829  5,216  7,881  204  1,834  224  27,587
   5,050  3,524  2,666  4,204  4,554  165  1,672  166  22,001
India  1,416  55  127  163  62  334  20  703  2,880
   1,362  73  264  103  51  296  21  375  2,545
Rest of the world  4,865  837  2,395  1,036  346  52  104  1,343  10,978
   4,414  659  2,040  823  261  42  86  1,261  9,586
Total  32,945  15,667  13,675  13,714  13,957  8,878  7,404  3,086  109,326
   28,805  13,118  11,050  10,611  9,520  7,388  6,377  2,496  89,365
Revenue by offerings                  
Digital  18,142  10,217  9,120  8,536  10,046  5,595  4,601  1,471  67,728
   15,060  7,934  6,588  6,095  5,732  4,228  3,657  1,009  50,303
Core  14,803  5,450  4,555  5,178  3,911  3,283  2,803  1,615  41,598
   13,745  5,184  4,462  4,516  3,788  3,160  2,720  1,487  39,062
Total  32,945  15,667  13,675  13,714  13,957  8,878  7,404  3,086  109,326
   28,805  13,118  11,050  10,611  9,520  7,388  6,377  2,496  89,365

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services
*Geographical revenues is based on the domicile of customer.

 

Digital Services

 

Digital Services comprise of service and solution offerings of the Group that enable our clients to transform their businesses. These include offerings that enhance customer experience, leverage AI-based analytics and big data, engineer digital products and IoT, modernize legacy technology systems, migrate to cloud applications and implement advanced cyber security systems.

 

Core Services

 

Core Services comprise traditional offerings of the Group that have scaled and industrialized over a number of years. These primarily include application management services, proprietary application development services, independent validation solutions, product engineering and management, infrastructure management services, traditional enterprise application implementation, support and integration services.

 

Products & platforms

 

The Group derives revenues from the sale of products and platforms including Finacle – core banking solution, Edge Suite of products, Panaya platform, Infosys Equinox, Infosys Applied AI, Stater digital platform and Infosys McCamish – insurance platform.

 

Trade Receivables and Contract Balances

 

The timing of revenue recognition, billings and cash collections results in Receivables, Unbilled Revenue, and Unearned Revenue on the Group’s Consolidated Balance Sheet. Amounts are billed as work progresses in accordance with agreed-upon contractual terms, either at periodic intervals (e.g., monthly or quarterly) or upon achievement of contractual milestones.

 

The Group’s Receivables are rights to consideration that are unconditional. Unbilled revenues comprising revenues in excess of billings from time and material contracts and fixed price maintenance contracts are classified as financial asset when the right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.

 

Invoicing to the clients for other fixed price contracts is based on milestones as defined in the contract and therefore the timing of revenue recognition is different from the timing of invoicing to the customers. Therefore unbilled revenues for other fixed price contracts (contract asset) are classified as non-financial asset because the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

Invoicing in excess of earnings are classified as unearned revenue.

 

Trade receivables and unbilled revenues are presented net of impairment in the consolidated statement of financial position.

 

2.17 Unbilled Revenue

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Unbilled financial asset (1)  8,193  6,354
Unbilled non financial asset (2)  6,654  6,155
Total  14,847  12,509

 

(1)Right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.
(2)Right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

2.18 Equity

 

Accounting policy

 

Ordinary Shares

 

Ordinary shares are classified as equity. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issuance of new ordinary shares, share options and buyback are recognized as a deduction from equity, net of any tax effects.

 

Treasury Shares

 

When any entity within the Group purchases the company's ordinary shares, the consideration paid including any directly attributable incremental cost is presented as a deduction from total equity, until they are cancelled, sold or reissued. When treasury shares are sold or reissued subsequently, the amount received is recognized as an increase in equity, and the resulting surplus or deficit on the transaction is transferred to/ from Share premium.

 

Description of reserves

 

Retained earnings

 

Retained earnings represent the amount of accumulated earnings of the Group.

 

Share premium

The amount received in excess of the par value has been classified as share premium. Additionally, share-based compensation recognized in net profit in the condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income is credited to share premium. Amounts have been utilized for bonus issue and share buyback from share premium account.

 

Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve

 

The Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve has been created out of the profit of the eligible SEZ unit in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA (1)(ii) of Income Tax Act, 1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Company for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in terms of the provisions of the Sec 10AA (2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

Capital Redemption Reserve

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Indian Companies Act, 2013, the Company creates capital redemption reserve equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Other components of equity

 

Other components of equity include currency translation, re-measurement of net defined benefit liability/asset, fair value changes of equity instruments fair valued through other comprehensive income, changes on fair valuation of investments, net of taxes.

 

Cash flow hedge reserve

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the net profit in the condensed consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction.

 

2.18.1 Dividend

 

The final dividend on shares is recorded as a liability on the date of approval by the shareholders and interim dividends are recorded as a liability on the date of declaration by the Company's Board of Directors. Income tax consequences of dividends on financial instruments classified as equity will be recognized according to where the entity originally recognized those past transactions or events that generated distributable profits.

 

The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. Companies are required to pay / distribute dividend after deducting applicable taxes. The remittance of dividends outside India is governed by Indian law on foreign exchange and is also subject to withholding tax at applicable rates.

 

Amount of per share dividend recognized as distribution to equity shareholders:-

 

(In )

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Final dividend for fiscal 2021        15.00
Interim dividend for fiscal 2022    15.00    15.00
Final dividend for fiscal 2022      16.00  
Interim dividend for fiscal 2023  16.50    16.50  

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on April 13, 2022 recommended a final dividend of 16/- per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2022. The same was approved by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on June 25, 2022 which resulted in a net cash outflow of 6,711 crore (excluding dividend paid on treasury shares).

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on October 13, 2022 declared an interim dividend of 16.50/- per equity share which resulted in a net cash outflow of 6,921 crore, excluding dividend paid on treasury shares.

 

2.18.2 Capital allocation policy

 

Effective fiscal 2020, the company expects to return approximately 85% of the free cash flow cumulatively over a 5-year period through a combination of semi-annual dividends and/or share buyback and/or special dividends, subject to applicable laws and requisite approvals, if any. Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditure as per the consolidated statement of cash flows prepared under IFRS. Dividend and buyback include applicable taxes.

 

Update on buyback announced in October 2022:

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on October 13, 2022, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,300 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,850 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval by way of Postal Ballot.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum buyback price of 1,850/- per equity share and the Maximum buyback size of 9,300 crore the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum buyback shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis).

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013.The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023. During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 11 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Buyback completed in September 2021

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on April 14, 2021, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,200 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,750 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors in the Annual General meeting held on June 19, 2021.

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on June 25, 2021 and was completed on September 8, 2021. During this buyback period, the Company had purchased and extinguished a total of 55,807,337 equity shares from the stock exchange at a volume weighted average buy back price of 1,648.53/- per equity share comprising 1.31% of the pre buyback paid-up equity share capital of the Company. The buyback resulted in a cash outflow of 9,200 crore (excluding transaction costs and tax on buyback). The Company funded the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013.

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, as at March 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 28 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

The Company’s objective when managing capital is to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern and to maintain an optimal capital structure so as to maximize shareholder value. In order to maintain or achieve an optimal capital structure, the Company may adjust the amount of dividend payment, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares or buy back issued shares. As of December 31, 2022, the Company has only one class of equity shares and has no debt. Consequent to the above capital structure there are no externally imposed capital requirements.

 

2.18.3 Share capital and share premium

 

The Company has only one class of shares referred to as equity shares having a par value of 5/- each. 12,568,222 shares and 13,725,712 shares were held by controlled trust, as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

2.19 Break-up of expenses and other income, net

 

a. Accounting policy

 

Gratuity and Pensions

 

The Group provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan ('the Gratuity Plan') covering eligible employees majorly of Infosys and its Indian subsidiaries. The Gratuity Plan provides a lump-sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death, incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee's salary and the tenure of employment with the Group. The Company contributes Gratuity liabilities to the Infosys Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust (the Trust). In case of Infosys BPM and EdgeVerve, contributions are made to the Infosys BPM Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust and EdgeVerve Systems Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust, respectively. Trustees administer contributions made to the Trusts and contributions are invested in a scheme with the Life Insurance Corporation of India as permitted by Indian law.

 

The Group operates defined benefit pension plan in certain overseas jurisdictions, in accordance with the local laws. These plans are managed by third party fund managers. The plans provide for periodic payouts after retirement and/or for a lumpsum payment as set out in rules of each fund and includes death and disability benefits.

 

Liabilities with regard to these defined benefit plans are determined by actuarial valuation, performed by an external actuary, at each Balance Sheet date using the projected unit credit method. These defined benefit plans expose the Group to actuarial risks, such as longevity risk, currency risk, interest rate risk and market risk.

 

The Group recognizes the net obligation of a defined benefit plan in its Balance Sheet as an asset or liability. Gains and losses through re-measurements of the net defined benefit liability / (asset) are recognized in other comprehensive income and are not reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods. The actual return of the portfolio of plan assets, in excess of the yields computed by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation is recognized in other comprehensive income. The effect of any plan amendments is recognized in net profit in the condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income.

 

Provident fund

 

Eligible employees of Infosys receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined benefit plan. Both the eligible employee and the Company make monthly contributions to the provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. The Company contributes a portion to the Infosys Limited Employees' Provident Fund Trust. The trust invests in specific designated instruments as permitted by Indian law. The remaining portion is contributed to the government administered pension fund. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the trust is being administered by the Government of India. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of the trust and the notified interest rate.

 

In respect of Indian subsidiaries, eligible employees receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the eligible employee and the respective companies make monthly contributions to this provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. Amounts collected under the provident fund plan are deposited in a government administered provident fund. The Companies have no further obligation to the plan beyond its monthly contributions.

 

Superannuation

 

Certain employees of Infosys and its Indian subsidiaries are participants in a defined contribution plan. The Group has no further obligations to the plan beyond its monthly contributions which are periodically contributed to a trust fund, the corpus of which is invested with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

 

Compensated absences

 

The Group has a policy on compensated absences which are both accumulating and non-accumulating in nature. The expected cost of accumulating compensated absences is determined by actuarial valuation performed by an independent actuary at each Balance Sheet date using projected unit credit method on the additional amount expected to be paid/availed as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the Balance Sheet date. Expense on non-accumulating compensated absences is recognized in the period in which the absences occur.

 

The Code on Social Security, 2020 (‘Code’) relating to employee benefits during employment and post-employment benefits received Presidential assent in September 2020. The Code has been published in the Gazette of India. However, the date on which the entire Code will come into effect has not been notified. The Company will assess the impact of the Code when it comes into effect in entirety and will record any related impact in the period the Code becomes effective.

 

Other income, net

 

Other income is comprised primarily of interest income, dividend income, gain/loss on investment and exchange gain/loss on forward and options contracts and on translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities. Interest income is recognized using the effective interest method. Dividend income is recognized when the right to receive payment is established.

 

Foreign currency

 

Functional currency

 

The functional currency of Infosys, Infosys BPM, EdgeVerve and Skava and controlled trusts is the Indian rupee. The functional currencies for foreign subsidiaries are their respective local currencies. These financial statements are presented in Indian rupees (rounded off to crore; one crore equals ten million).

 

Transactions and translations

 

Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are translated into the relevant functional currency at exchange rates in effect at the Balance Sheet date. The gains or losses resulting from such translations are recognized in the condensed Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income and reported within exchange gains/ (losses) on translation of assets and liabilities, net, except when deferred in Other Comprehensive Income as qualifying cash flow hedges. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at fair value are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of transaction. The related revenue and expense are recognized using the same exchange rate.

 

Transaction gains or losses realized upon settlement of foreign currency transactions are included in determining net profit for the period in which the transaction is settled. Revenue, expense and cash-flow items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the relevant functional currencies using the exchange rate in effect on the date of the transaction.

 

The translation of financial statements of the foreign subsidiaries to the presentation currency is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rate in effect at the Balance Sheet date and for revenue, expense and cash-flow items using the average exchange rate for the respective periods. The gains or losses resulting from such translation are included in currency translation reserves under other components of equity. When a subsidiary is disposed off, in full, the relevant amount is transferred to net profit in the statement of comprehensive income. However when a change in the parent's ownership does not result in loss of control of a subsidiary, such changes are recorded through equity.

 

Other Comprehensive Income, net of taxes includes translation differences on non-monetary financial assets measured at fair value at the reporting date, such as equities classified as financial instruments and measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI).

 

Goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on the acquisition of a foreign entity are treated as assets and liabilities of the foreign entity and translated at the exchange rate in effect at the Balance Sheet date.

 

Government grants

 

The Group recognizes government grants only when there is reasonable assurance that the conditions attached to them will be complied with, and the grants will be received. Government grants related to assets are treated as deferred income and are recognized in the net profit in the statement of comprehensive income on a systematic and rational basis over the useful life of the asset. Government grants related to revenue are recognized on a systematic basis in the statement of comprehensive income over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs which they are intended to compensate.

 

Operating Profits

 

Operating profit of the Group is computed considering the revenues, net of cost of sales, selling and marketing expenses and administrative expenses.

 

b. The table below provides details of break-up of expenses:

 

Cost of sales

(In crore)

 

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Employee benefit costs 18,383 14,706 52,649 42,452
Depreciation and amortization 1,125 899 3,104 2,586
Travelling costs 257 181 776 440
Cost of technical sub-contractors 3,343 3,511 10,944 9,019
Cost of software packages for own use 495 273 1,357 951
Third party items bought for service delivery to clients 2,567 1,560 6,575 3,533
Short-term leases (Refer to note 2.8)  10  5  25  17
Consultancy and professional charges 32 51 96 105
Communication costs 86 77 271 226
Repairs and maintenance 107 101 310 282
Provision for post-sales client support 130 40 200 75
Others  26  11  35  40
Total  26,561 21,415  76,342 59,726

 

 

Selling and marketing expenses

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Employee benefit costs 1,264 1,079 3,570 3,209
Travelling costs 64 19 200 37
Branding and marketing 226 144 633 359
Short-term leases (Refer to note 2.8)    1  3  3
Communication costs 3  2 10  7
Consultancy and professional charges 30 53 89 134
Others 24 27 86 60
Total  1,611  1,325  4,591  3,809

 

 

Administrative expenses

 

   (In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Employee benefit costs 625 570 1,829 1,667
Consultancy and professional charges 339 416 1,111 1,125
Repairs and maintenance 243 198 677 614
Power and fuel 47 36 129 100
Communication costs 94 68 261 208
Travelling costs 39 21 123 41
Impairment loss recognized/(reversed) under expected credit loss model 106 54 197 141
Rates and taxes 74 52 220 180
Insurance charges 43 44 129 118
Short-term leases (Refer to note 2.8)  17  8  40  26
Commission to non-whole time directors 4 3 11 8
Contribution towards Corporate Social Responsibility  146 88  320 348
Others  127 85  318 195
Total  1,904  1,643  5,365  4,771

 

 

Other income consists of the following:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Interest income on financial assets carried at amortized cost  212  203  664  775
Interest income on financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  241  140  724  453
Gain/(loss) on investments carried at fair value through profit or loss  46  35  87  100
Gain/(loss) on investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    1  1  1
Exchange gains / (losses) on forward and options contracts  (363)  118  (789)  174
Exchange gains / (losses) on translation of other assets and liabilities  552  (59)  1,153  (12)
Others  81  74  190  167
Total  769  512  2,030  1,658

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
     
Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
     
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
   

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.9
Ind AS Standalone

 

 

 

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

Condensed Standalone Financial Statements
under Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS)
for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022

 

Index
Condensed Balance Sheet
Condensed Statement of Profit and Loss
Condensed Statement of Changes in Equity
Condensed Statement of Cash Flows
Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements
1. Overview
1.1 Company overview
1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements
1.3 Use of estimates and judgments
1.4 Critical accounting estimates and judgements
2. Notes to Interim Condensed Financial Statements
2.1 Property, plant and equipment
2.2 Goodwill and intangible assets
2.3 Leases
2.4 Investments
2.5 Loans
2.6 Other financial assets
2.7 Trade Receivables
2.8 Cash and cash equivalents
2.9 Other assets
2.10 Financial instruments
2.11 Equity
2.12 Other financial liabilities
2.13 Trade payables
2.14 Other liabilities
2.15 Provisions
2.16 Income taxes
2.17 Revenue from operations
2.18 Other income, net
2.19 Expenses
2.20 Basic and diluted shares used in computing earnings per equity share
2.21 Contingent liabilities and commitments
2.22 Related party transactions
2.23 Segment Reporting

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF INFOSYS LIMITED

Report on the Audit of the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements

Opinion

We have audited the accompanying interim condensed standalone financial statements of INFOSYS LIMITED (the “Company”), which comprise the Condensed Balance Sheet as at December 31, 2022, the Condensed Statement of Profit and Loss (including Other Comprehensive Income) for the three months and nine months ended on that date, the Condensed Statement of Changes in Equity and the Condensed Statement of Cash Flows for the nine months ended on that date, and a summary of the significant accounting policies and other explanatory information (hereinafter referred to as the “interim condensed standalone financial statements”).

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the aforesaid interim condensed standalone financial statements give a true and fair view in conformity with Indian Accounting Standard 34 “Interim Financial Reporting” (“Ind AS 34”) prescribed under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the “Act”), read with relevant rules issued thereunder and other accounting principles generally accepted in India, of the state of affairs of the Company as at December 31, 2022, the profit and total comprehensive income for the three months and nine months ended on that date, changes in equity and its cash flows for the nine months ended on that date.

Basis for Opinion

We conducted our audit of the interim condensed standalone financial statements in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (“SA”s) specified under section 143 (10) of the Act. Our responsibilities under those Standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Company in accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (“ICAI”) together with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the interim condensed standalone financial statements under the provisions of the Act and the Rules made thereunder, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements and the ICAI’s Code of Ethics. We believe that the audit evidence obtained by us is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion on the interim condensed standalone financial statements.

Management’s Responsibilities for the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements

The Company’s Board of Directors is responsible for the preparation and presentation of these interim condensed standalone financial statements that give a true and fair view of the financial position, financial performance, including total comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows of the Company in accordance with Ind AS 34 and other accounting principles generally accepted in India. This responsibility also includes maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial controls, that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the preparation and presentation of the interim condensed standalone financial statements that give a true and fair view and are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the interim condensed standalone financial statements, management is responsible for assessing the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless management either intends to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.

The Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the Company’s financial reporting process.

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the interim condensed standalone financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with SAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these interim condensed standalone financial statements.

As part of an audit in accordance with SAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

·Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the interim condensed standalone financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
·Obtain an understanding of internal financial controls relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on effectiveness of the Company’s internal financial controls.
·Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.
·Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the interim condensed standalone financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Company to cease to continue as a going concern.
·Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the interim condensed standalone financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the interim condensed standalone financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.

Materiality is the magnitude of misstatements in the interim condensed standalone financial statements that, individually or in aggregate, makes it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable user of the interim condensed standalone financial statements may be influenced. We consider quantitative materiality and qualitative factors in (i) planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the results of our work; and (ii) to evaluate the effect of any identified misstatements in the interim condensed standalone financial statements.

We also communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

 

 

For DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS LLP

Chartered Accountants

(Firm's Registration No. 117366W/W-100018)

 

 

 

 

Place: Bengaluru

Date: January 12, 2023

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

(Membership No.039826)

UDIN: 23039826BGXRXY7663

 

 
 
`
 

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

(In crore)

 

Condensed Balance Sheet as at Note No. December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
ASSETS      
Non-current assets      
Property, plant and equipment 2.1  11,383  11,384
Right-of-use assets 2.3  3,538  3,311
Capital work-in-progress    211  411
Goodwill 2.2  211  211
Other intangible assets    8  32
Financial assets      
Investments 2.4  23,419  22,869
Loans 2.5  43  34
Other financial assets 2.6  1,220  727
Deferred tax assets (net)    762  970
Income tax assets (net)    5,686  5,585
Other non-current assets 2.9  1,850  1,416
Total non - current assets    48,331  46,950
Current assets      
Financial assets      
Investments 2.4  6,577  5,467
Trade receivables 2.7  23,206  18,966
Cash and cash equivalents 2.8  6,474  12,270
Loans 2.5  284  219
Other financial assets 2.6  8,134  6,580
Other current assets 2.9  10,080  8,935
Total current assets    54,755  52,437
Total assets    103,086  99,387
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES      
Equity      
Equity share capital 2.11  2,091  2,103
Other equity    64,825  67,203
Total equity    66,916  69,306
LIABILITIES      
Non-current liabilities      
Financial liabilities      
Lease liabilities 2.3  3,571  3,228
Other financial liabilities 2.12  1,166  676
Deferred tax liabilities (net)    689  841
Other non-current liabilities 2.14  461  360
Total non - current liabilities    5,887  5,105
Current liabilities      
Financial liabilities      
Lease liabilities 2.3  680  558
Trade payables 2.13    
Total outstanding dues of micro enterprises and small enterprises      3
Total outstanding dues of creditors other than micro enterprises and small enterprises    3,077  2,666
Other financial liabilities 2.12  14,012  11,269
Other current liabilities 2.14  8,561  7,381
Provisions 2.15  1,288  920
Income tax liabilities (net)    2,665  2,179
Total current liabilities    30,283  24,976
Total equity and liabilities    103,086  99,387

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed standalone financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

 

(In crore except equity share and per equity share data) 

Condensed Statement of Profit and Loss for the Note No. Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue from operations 2.17  32,389  27,337  93,483  76,514
Other income, net 2.18  1,177  1,013  3,093  2,634
Total income    33,566  28,350  96,576  79,148
Expenses          
Employee benefit expenses 2.19  16,395  13,275  47,182  38,199
Cost of technical sub-contractors    4,720  4,406  14,545  11,658
Travel expenses    284  195  892  453
Cost of software packages and others 2.19  1,728  856  4,339  2,120
Communication expenses    132  102  386  312
Consultancy and professional charges    280  412  975  1,087
Depreciation and amortization expenses    713  631  2,039  1,809
Finance cost    41  33  115  97
Other expenses 2.19  978  651  2,417  1,828
Total expenses    25,271  20,561  72,890  57,563
Profit before tax    8,295  7,789  23,686  21,585
Tax expense:          
Current tax 2.16  1,916  1,852  6,261  5,354
Deferred tax 2.16  169  67  61  175
Profit for the period    6,210  5,870  17,364  16,056
Other comprehensive income          
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net    28  (52)  (28)  (74)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net    2  -  9  41
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net    (57)  (7)  (43)  4
Fair value changes on investments, net    42  (67)  (275)  23
Total other comprehensive income/ (loss), net of tax    15  (126)  (337)  (6)
           
Total comprehensive income for the period    6,225  5,744  17,027  16,050
Earnings per equity share          
Equity shares of par value 5/- each          
Basic ()    14.77  13.96  41.28  37.96
Diluted ()    14.76  13.94  41.24  37.91
Weighted average equity shares used in computing earnings per equity share          
Basic 2.20  4,203,307,369  4,205,532,859  4,206,048,595  4,230,365,220
Diluted 2.20  4,206,813,168  4,210,226,186  4,210,104,735  4,235,256,684

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed standalone financial statements. 

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Condensed Statement of Changes in Equity

 

(In crore)

Particulars Equity Share Capital Other Equity Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company
    Reserves & Surplus Other comprehensive income  
   

Capital reserve

 

Capital redemption reserve Securities Premium Retained earnings General reserve Share Options Outstanding Account Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve (1) Equity Instruments through other comprehensive income Effective portion of Cash flow hedges Other items of other comprehensive income / (loss)  
    Capital reserve Other
reserves (2)
                   
Balance as at April 1, 2021  2,130  54  2,906  111  581  57,518  1,663  372  6,144  169  10  (127) 71,531
Changes in equity for the nine months ended December 31, 2021                          
Profit for the period            16,056              16,056
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*                        (74)  (74)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*                    41      41
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*                      4    4
Fair value changes on investments, net*                        23  23
Total comprehensive income for the period            16,056        41  4  (51)  16,050
Buyback of equity shares**  (28)        (640)  (8,822)  (1,603)            (11,093)
Transaction cost relating to buyback*              (26)            (26)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback        28      (28)            
Transferred to Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve            (2,086)      2,086        
Transferred from Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve on utilization            563      (563)        
Transferred on account of exercise of stock options (Refer to note 2.11)          101      (101)          
Transfer on account of options not exercised              1  (1)          
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to note 2.11)          9                9
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to note 2.11)                285          285
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options          3      16          19
Reserves recorded upon business transfer under common control(3)      (62)                    (62)
Dividends            (12,700)              (12,700)
Balance as at December 31, 2021 2,102 54 2,844 139 54 50,529 7 571 7,667 210 14 (178) 64,013

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Condensed Statement of Changes in Equity

 

(In crore)

Particulars Equity Share Capital Other Equity Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company
    Reserves & Surplus Other comprehensive income  
    Capital reserve Capital redemption reserve Securities Premium Retained earnings General reserve Share Options Outstanding Account Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve (1) Equity Instruments through other comprehensive income Effective portion of Cash flow hedges Other items of other comprehensive income / (loss)  
    Capital reserve Other
reserves (2)
                   
Balance as at April 1, 2022  2,103  54  2,844  139  172  55,449  9  606  7,926  266  2  (264)  69,306
Impact on adoption of amendment to Ind AS 37#            (9)              (9)
   2,103  54  2,844  139  172  55,440  9  606  7,926  266  2  (264)  69,297
Changes in equity for the period ended December 31, 2022                          
Profit for the period            17,364              17,364
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*                        (28)  (28)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*                    9      9
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*                      (43)    (43)
Fair value changes on investments, net*                        (275)  (275)
Total comprehensive income for the period            17,364        9  (43)  (303)  17,027
Buyback of equity shares**  (13)        (332)  (5,820)              (6,165)
Transaction cost relating to buyback*          (17)  (1)              (18)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback        11    (2)  (9)            
Transferred to Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve            (2,562)      2,562        
Transferred from Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve on utilization            817      (817)        
Transferred on account of exercise of stock options (Refer to note 2.11)          191      (191)          
Transferred on account of options not exercised              2  (2)          
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to note 2.11)  1        17                18
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to note 2.11)                383          383
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options                49          49
Dividends            (13,675)              (13,675)
Balance as at December 31, 2022  2,091  54  2,844  150  31  51,561  2  845  9,671  275  (41)  (567)  66,916

 

*net of tax
**Including tax on buyback of 1,165 crore and 1,893 crore for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 respectively.
#Impact on account of adoption of amendment to Ind AS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingents Assets
(1)The Special Economic Zone Re-investment Reserve has been created out of the profit of eligible SEZ units in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA(1)(ii) of Income Tax Act, 1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Company for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in the terms of the Sec 10AA(2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
(2)Profit / loss on transfer of business between entities under common control taken to reserve.
(3)Arising on transfer of the business of Brilliant Basics Limited to Infosys Limited

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed standalone financial statements.

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Condensed Statement of Cash Flows

 

Accounting Policy

 

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit for the period is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Company are segregated. The Company considers all highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash to be cash equivalents.

 

(In crore)

Particulars Note No. Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021
Cash flow from operating activities:      
Profit for the period    17,364  16,056
Adjustments to reconcile net profit to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Depreciation and Amortization    2,039  1,809
Income tax expense 2.16  6,322  5,529
Impairment loss recognized / (reversed) under expected credit loss model    112  110
Finance cost    115  97
Interest and dividend income    (2,401)  (2,196)
Stock compensation expense    343  269
Other adjustments    241  133
Exchange differences on translation of assets and liabilities, net    98  54
Changes in assets and liabilities      
Trade receivables and unbilled revenue    (6,476)  (4,542)
Loans, other financial assets and other assets    (873)  (940)
Trade payables    408  1,053
Other financial liabilities, other liabilities and provisions    2,410  3,898
Cash generated from operations    19,702  21,330
Income taxes paid    (5,791)  (5,036)
Net cash generated by operating activities    13,911  16,294
Cash flow from investing activities:      
Expenditure on property, plant and equipment    (1,475)  (1,245)
Deposits placed with corporation    (569)  (651)
Redemption of deposits with corporations    417  512
Interest and dividend received    1,090  1,392
Dividend received from subsidiary    1,187  1,150
Loan given to subsidiaries    (427)  
Loan repaid by subsidiaries    393  73
Proceeds from redemption of debentures      536
Investment in subsidiaries    (1,530)  (125)
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback    (592)  (420)
Redemption of Escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback      420
Other receipts    47  38
Payments to acquire investments      
Liquid mutual fund units    (48,592)  (35,408)
Commercial papers    (2,116)  
Certificates of deposits    (5,912)  (1,473)
Government Securities    (1,370)  (1,553)
Non-convertible debentures      (1,062)
Others    (4)  (4)
Proceeds on sale of investments      
Tax free bonds and government bonds    13  
Equity and preference securities      9
Liquid mutual fund units    47,770  34,893
Non-convertible debentures    220  1,939
Certificates of deposit    7,155  500
Commercial papers    1,100  
Government Securities    1,532  1,452
Others    99  
Net cash (used in) / generated from investing activities    (1,564)  973
Cash flow from financing activities:      
Payment of lease liabilities    (494)  (429)
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options    18  10
Buyback of equity shares including transaction costs and tax on buyback    (3,928)  (11,125)
Other receipts    57  129
Other payments    (61)  
Payment of dividends    (13,676)  (12,700)
Net cash used in financing activities    (18,084)  (24,115)
Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents    (5,737)  (6,848)
Effect of exchange differences on translation of foreign currency cash and cash equivalents    (59)  (46)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 2.8  12,270  17,612
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2.8  6,474  10,718
Supplementary information:      
Restricted cash balance 2.8  66  66

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed standalone financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited
Chartered Accountants
Firm’s Registration No:
117366W/ W-100018
     
       

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
       
  Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
       
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
     

 

INFOSYS LIMITED

 

Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements

 

1. Overview

 

1.1 Company overview

 

Infosys Limited ('the Company' or Infosys) provides consulting, technology, outsourcing and next-generation digital services, to enable clients to execute strategies for their digital transformation. Infosys strategic objective is to build a sustainable organization that remains relevant to the agenda of clients, while creating growth opportunities for employees and generating profitable returns for investors. Infosys strategy is to be a navigator for our clients as they ideate, plan and execute on their journey to a digital future.

 

The Company is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in India and has its registered office at Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bengaluru 560100, Karnataka, India. The company has its primary listings on the BSE Ltd. and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The Company’s American Depositary Shares (ADS) representing equity shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

 

The interim condensed standalone financial statements are approved for issue by the Company's Board of Directors on January 12, 2023.

 

1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements

 

These interim condensed standalone financial statements are prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standard (Ind AS) 34 Interim Financial Reporting, under the historical cost convention on accrual basis except for certain financial instruments which are measured at fair values, the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (''the Act'') (to the extent notified) and guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Accordingly, these interim condensed standalone financial statements do not include all the information required for a complete set of financial statements. These interim condensed standalone financial statements should be read in conjunction with the standalone financial statements and related notes included in the Company’s Annual Report for the year ended March 31, 2022. The Ind AS are prescribed under Section 133 of the Act read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules issued thereafter.

 

Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

 

As the quarter and year to date figures are taken from the source and rounded to the nearest digits, the figures reported for the previous quarters might not always add up to the year to date figures reported in this statement.

 

1.3 Use of estimates and judgments

 

The preparation of the interim condensed standalone financial statements in conformity with Ind AS requires the management to make estimates, judgments and assumptions. These estimates, judgments and assumptions affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the interim condensed standalone financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. The application of accounting policies that require critical accounting estimates involving complex and subjective judgments and the use of assumptions in these financial statements have been disclosed in Note no. 1.4. Accounting estimates could change from period to period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Appropriate changes in estimates are made as management becomes aware of changes in circumstances surrounding the estimates. Changes in estimates and judgements are reflected in the financial statements in the period in which changes are made and, if material, their effects are disclosed in the notes to the interim condensed standalone financial statements.

 

1.4 Critical accounting estimates and judgments

 

a. Revenue recognition

 

The Company’s contracts with customers include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved, in writing, by the parties to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. The Company assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. Identification of distinct performance obligations to determine the deliverables and the ability of the customer to benefit independently from such deliverables, and allocation of transaction price to these distinct performance obligations involves significant judgement.

 

Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period. Revenue from fixed price maintenance contract is recognized ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and Company’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of the contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. The use of method to recognize the maintenance revenues requires judgment and is based on the promises in the contract and nature of the deliverables.

 

The Company uses the percentage-of-completion method in accounting for other fixed-price contracts. Use of the percentage-of-completion method requires the Company to determine the actual efforts or costs expended to date as a proportion of the estimated total efforts or costs to be incurred. Efforts or costs expended have been used to measure progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. The estimation of total efforts or costs involves significant judgement and is assessed throughout the period of the contract to reflect any changes based on the latest available information.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Company is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Company is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the Company first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Company considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore, is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

b. Income taxes

 

The Company's two major tax jurisdictions are India and the U.S., though the Company also files tax returns in other overseas jurisdictions.

 

Significant judgments are involved in determining the provision for income taxes, including amount expected to be paid/recovered for uncertain tax positions.

 

In assessing the realizability of deferred income tax assets, Management considers whether some portion or all of the deferred income tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred income tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which the temporary differences become deductible. Management considers the scheduled reversals of deferred income tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based on the level of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred income tax assets are deductible, management believes that the company will realize the benefits of those deductible differences. The amount of the deferred income tax assets considered realizable, however, could be reduced in the near term if estimates of future taxable income during the carry forward period are reduced. (Refer to note 2.16 and note 2.21)

 

c. Property, plant and equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment represent a significant proportion of the asset base of the Company. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The useful lives and residual values of Company's assets are determined by the management at the time the asset is acquired and reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology. (Refer to note 2.1)

 

2. Notes to the Interim Condensed Standalone Financial Statements

 

2.1 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

 

Accounting Policy

 

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any. Costs directly attributable to acquisition are capitalized until the property, plant and equipment are ready for use, as intended by the management. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived at after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The Company depreciates property, plant and equipment over their estimated useful lives using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives of assets are as follows:

 

Building(1) 22-25 years
Plant and machinery(1)(2) 5 years
Office equipment 5 years
Computer equipment(1) 3-5 years
Furniture and fixtures(1) 5 years
Vehicles(1) 5 years
Leasehold improvements Lower of useful life of the asset or lease term

 

(1)Based on technical evaluation, the management believes that the useful lives as given above best represent the period over which management expects to use these assets. Hence, the useful lives for these assets is different from the useful lives as prescribed under Part C of Schedule II of the Companies Act 2013.
(2)Includes Solar plant with a useful life of 20 years.

 

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The useful lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology.

 

Advances paid towards the acquisition of property, plant and equipment outstanding at each Balance Sheet date is classified as capital advances under other non-current assets and the cost of assets not ready to use before such date are disclosed under ‘Capital work-in-progress’. Subsequent expenditures relating to property, plant and equipment is capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. Repairs and maintenance costs are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss when incurred. The cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the financial statements upon sale or retirement of the asset and the resultant gains or losses are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

Impairment

 

Property, plant and equipment are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in the Statement of Profit and Loss if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the three months ended December 31, 2022 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Land- Freehold Buildings(1)(2) Plant and machinery(2) Office Equipment(2) Computer equipment(2) Furniture and fixtures(2) Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2022 1,429 10,258 3,122 1,272 7,525 2,158 897 44  26,705
Additions    165  88  27  309  92  1    682
Deletions**      (1)  (3)  (272)  (1)      (277)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  10,423  3,209  1,296  7,562  2,249  898  44  27,110
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2022    (4,027)  (2,607)  (1,036)  (5,443)  (1,713)  (575)  (38)  (15,439)
Depreciation    (99)  (61)  (27)  (281)  (55)  (41)  (1)  (565)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions**      1  3  272  1      277
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (4,126)  (2,667)  (1,060)  (5,452)  (1,767)  (616)  (39)  (15,727)
Carrying value as at October 1, 2022  1,429  6,231  515  236  2,082  445  322  6  11,266
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  6,297  542  236  2,110  482  282  5  11,383

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the three months ended December 31, 2021 are as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land- Freehold Buildings(1)(2) Plant and machinery(2) Office Equipment(2) Computer equipment(2) Furniture and fixtures(2) Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2021 1,410 10,001 3,271 1,227 6,628 2,032 822 44  25,435
Additions  18  59  62  12  298  22  8  -  479
Deletions*      (26)  (1)  (124)  (4)  (34)    (189)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,428  10,060  3,307  1,238  6,802  2,050  796  44  25,725
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2021    (3,644)  (2,705)  (943)  (4,891)  (1,524)  (455)  (35)  (14,197)
Depreciation    (96)  (59)  (27)  (226)  (49)  (34)  (1)  (492)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      26  1  124  4  25    180
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (3,740)  (2,738)  (969)  (4,993)  (1,569)  (464)  (36)  (14,509)
Carrying value as at October 1, 2021  1,410  6,357  566  284  1,737  508  367  9  11,238
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,428  6,320  569  269  1,809  481  332  8  11,216

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 are as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land- Freehold Buildings(1)(2) Plant and machinery(2) Office Equipment(2) Computer equipment(2) Furniture and fixtures(2) Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2022 1,429 10,115 3,054 1,250 7,239 2,070 817 44  26,018
Additions    308  161  60  826  184  81  1  1,621
Deletions**      (6)  (14)  (503)  (5)    (1)  (529)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  10,423  3,209  1,296  7,562  2,249  898  44  27,110
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2022    (3,834)  (2,494)  (993)  (5,163)  (1,614)  (499)  (37)  (14,634)
Depreciation    (292)  (179)  (81)  (792)  (158)  (117)  (3)  (1,622)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions**      6  14  503  5    1  529
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (4,126)  (2,667)  (1,060)  (5,452)  (1,767)  (616)  (39)  (15,727)
Carrying value as at April 1, 2022  1,429  6,281  560  257  2,076  456  318  7  11,384
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,429  6,297  542  236  2,110  482  282  5  11,383

 

**During each of the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of 252 crore (net book value: Nil) and 401 crore, respectively were retired.

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the nine months ended December 31, 2021 are as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Land- Freehold Buildings(1)(2) Plant and machinery(2) Office Equipment(2) Computer equipment(2) Furniture and fixtures(2) Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2021 1,397 9,546 3,141 1,195 6,530 1,952 788 44  24,593
Additions  31  514  194  48  789  108  42    1,726
Deletions*      (28)  (5)  (517)  (10)  (34)    (594)
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,428  10,060  3,307  1,238  6,802  2,050  796  44  25,725
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2021    (3,460)  (2,600)  (891)  (4,870)  (1,434)  (376)  (32)  (13,663)
Depreciation    (280)  (166)  (82)  (640)  (144)  (113)  (4)  (1,429)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      28  4  517  9  25    583
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (3,740)  (2,738)  (969)  (4,993)  (1,569)  (464)  (36)  (14,509)
Carrying value as at April 1, 2021  1,397  6,086  541  304  1,660  518  412  12  10,930
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,428  6,320  569  269  1,809  481  332  8  11,216

 

*During each of the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2021, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of 53 crore (net book value: Nil) and 291 crore (net book value: Nil) respectively, were retired.

(1)Buildings include 250/- being the value of five shares of 50/- each in Mittal Towers Premises Co-operative Society Limited.

(2)Includes certain assets provided on cancellable operating lease to subsidiaries.

 

The aggregate depreciation has been included under depreciation and amortization expense in the interim condensed statement of Profit and Loss.

 

2.2 GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

2.2.1 Goodwill

 

Following is a summary of changes in the carrying amount of goodwill:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Carrying value at the beginning  211  167
Goodwill on business transfer    44
Carrying value at the end  211  211

 

2.2.2 Intangible Assets:

 

Accounting Policy

 

Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. Intangible assets are amortized over their respective individual estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. The estimated useful life of an identifiable intangible asset is based on a number of factors including the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and other economic factors (such as the stability of the industry, and known technological advances), and the level of maintenance expenditures required to obtain the expected future cash flows from the asset. Amortization methods and useful lives are reviewed periodically including at each financial year end.

 

Research costs are expensed as incurred. Software product development costs are expensed as incurred unless technical and commercial feasibility of the project is demonstrated, future economic benefits are probable, the Company has an intention and ability to complete and use or sell the software and the costs can be measured reliably. The costs which can be capitalized include the cost of material, direct labor, overhead costs that are directly attributable to prepare the asset for its intended use.

 

2.3 LEASES

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Company as a lessee

 

The Company’s lease asset classes consist of leases for land, buildings and computers. The Company assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Company assesses whether: (i) the contract involves the use of an identified asset (ii) the Company has substantially all of the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and (iii) the Company has the right to direct the use of the asset.

 

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Company recognizes a right-of-use asset (“ROU”) and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Company recognizes the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

 

As a lessee, the Company determines the lease term as the non-cancellable period of a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The Company makes an assessment on the expected lease term on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs relating to the termination of the lease and the importance of the underlying asset to Infosys’s operations taking into account the location of the underlying asset and the availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the current economic circumstances.

 

Certain lease arrangements include options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised.

 

The right-of-use assets are initially recognized at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

 

Right-of-use assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over the shorter of the lease term and useful life of the underlying asset. Right of use assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

The lease liability is initially measured at amortized cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of these leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use asset if the Company changes its assessment if whether it will exercise an extension or a termination option.

 

Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows.

 

The Company as a lessor

 

Leases for which the Company is a lessor is classified as a finance or operating lease. Whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee, the contract is classified as a finance lease. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

 

When the Company is an intermediate lessor, it accounts for its interests in the head lease and the sublease separately. The sublease is classified as a finance or operating lease by reference to the right-of-use asset arising from the head lease.

 

For operating leases, rental income is recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
   Land  Buildings  Computers  
Balance as at October 1, 2022  550  2,790  178  3,518
Additions(1)    23  160  183
Deletion    (2)  (16)  (18)
Depreciation  (1)  (111)  (33)  (145)
Balance as at December 31, 2022  549  2,700  289  3,538

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
   Land  Buildings  Computers  
Balance as at October 1, 2021  554  2,652  100  3,306
Additions(1)    155  41  196
Deletion    (8)    (8)
Depreciation  (1)  (113)  (17)  (131)
Balance as at December 31, 2021  553  2,686  124  3,363

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
   Land  Buildings  Computers  
Balance as at April 1, 2022  552  2,621  138  3,311
Additions(1)  -  411  266  677
Deletion  -  (3)  (50)  (53)
Depreciation  (3)  (329)  (65)  (397)
Balance as at December 31, 2022  549  2,700  289  3,538

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
   Land  Buildings  Computers  
Balance as at April 1, 2021  556  2,766  113  3,435
Additions(1)  -  248  42  290
Deletion  -  (8)  -  (8)
Depreciation  (3)  (320)  (31)  (354)
Balance as at December 31, 2021  553  2,686  124  3,363

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications

 

The aggregate depreciation expense on ROU assets is included under depreciation and amortization expense in the interim condensed statement of Profit and Loss.

 

The following is the break-up of current and non-current lease liabilities as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
   December 31, 2022  March 31, 2022
Current lease liabilities  680  558
Non-current lease liabilities  3,571  3,228
Total  4,251  3,786

 

 

2.4 INVESTMENTS

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current investments    
Equity instruments of subsidiaries  9,078  9,061
Redeemable Preference shares of subsidiary  2,831  1,318
Preference securities and equity instruments  215  194
Compulsorily convertible debentures    7
Others  79  76
Tax free bonds  1,743  1,901
Non-convertible debentures  2,679  3,459
Government Securities  6,794  6,853
Total non-current investments  23,419  22,869
Current investments    
Liquid mutual fund units  2,267  1,337
Commercial Papers  1,039  
Certificates of deposit  2,026  3,141
Tax free bonds  350  200
Government bonds    13
Government Securities  5  362
Non-convertible debentures  890  414
Total current investments  6,577  5,467
Total carrying value  29,996  28,336

 

(In crore, except as otherwise stated)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current investments    
Unquoted    
Investment carried at cost    
Investments in equity instruments of subsidiaries    
Infosys BPM Limited  662  662
33,828 (33,828) equity shares of 10,000/- each, fully paid up    
Infosys Technologies (China) Co. Limited  369  369
Infosys Technologies, S. de R.L. de C.V., Mexico  65  65
17,49,99,990 (17,49,99,990) equity shares of MXN 1 par value, fully paid up    
Infosys Technologies (Sweden) AB  76  76
1,000 (1,000) equity shares of SEK 100 par value, fully paid    
Infosys Technologies (Shanghai) Company Limited  1,010  1,010
Infosys Public Services, Inc.  99  99
3,50,00,000 (3,50,00,000) shares of USD 0.50 par value, fully paid    
Infosys Consulting Holding AG  1,323  1,323
23,350 (23,350) - Class A shares of CHF 1,000 each and    
26,460 (26,460) - Class B Shares of CHF 100 each, fully paid up    
Infosys Americas Inc.  1  1
10,000 (10,000) shares of USD 10 per share, fully paid up    
EdgeVerve Systems Limited  1,312  1,312
1,31,18,40,000 (1,31,18,40,000) equity shares of 10/- each, fully paid up    
Infosys Nova Holdings LLC#  2,637  2,637
Infosys Consulting Pte Ltd  10  10
1,09,90,000 (1,09,90,000) shares of SGD 1.00 par value, fully paid    
Brilliant Basics Holding Limited  59  59
1,346 (1,346) shares of GBP 0.005 each, fully paid up    
Infosys Arabia Limited  2  2
70 (70) shares    
Skava Systems Private Limited  59  59
25,000 (25,000) shares of 10/- each, fully paid up    
Panaya Inc.  582  582
2 (2) shares of USD 0.01 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Chile SpA  7  7
100 (100) shares    
WongDoody, Inc.  380  380
100 (100) shares    
Infosys Luxembourg S.a r.l.  17  17
20,000 (20,000) shares    
Infosys Austria GmBH    
80,000 (80,000) shares of EUR 1 par value, fully paid up    
Infosys Consulting Brazil  337  337
27,50,71,070 (27,50,71,070) shares of BRL 1 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Romania  34  34
99,183 (99,183) shares of RON 100 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Bulgaria  2  2
4,58,000 (4,58,000) shares of BGN 1 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Germany Holdings GmbH  2  2
25,000 (25,000) shares EUR 1 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Green Forum  1  1
10,00,000 (10,00,000) shares 10 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Automotive and Mobility GmbH  15  15
Infosys Germany GmbH    
25,000 (25,000) shares EUR 1 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Turkey Bilgi Tekn  7  
1,30,842 (1) share Turkish Liras 100 (10,000) per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Consulting S.R.L. (Argentina)  2  
2,94,500 (Nil) shares AR$ 100 per share, fully paid up    
Infosys Business Solutions LLC  8  
10,000 (Nil) shares USD 100 per share, fully paid up    
Investments in Redeemable Preference shares of subsidiary    
Infosys Consulting Pte Ltd  2,831  1,318
49,62,00,000 (24,92,00,000) shares of SGD 1 per share, fully paid up    
   11,909  10,379
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss    
Compulsorily convertible debentures    7
Others (1)  79  76
   79  83
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Preference securities  213  192
Equity instruments  2  2
   215  194
Quoted    
Investments carried at amortized cost    
Tax free bonds  1,743  1,901
   1,743  1,901
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Non-convertible debentures  2,679  3,459
Government Securities  6,794  6,853
   9,473  10,312
Total non-current investments  23,419  22,869
Current investments    
Unquoted    
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss    
Liquid mutual fund units  2,267  1,337
   2,267  1,337
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Commercial Papers  1,039  
Certificates of deposit  2,026  3,141
   3,065  3,141
Quoted    
Investments carried at amortized cost    
Tax free bonds  350  200
Government bonds    13
   350  213
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Government Securities  5  362
Non-convertible debentures  890  414
   895  776
Total current investments  6,577  5,467
Total investments  29,996  28,336
Aggregate amount of quoted investments  12,461  13,202
Market value of quoted investments (including interest accrued), current  1,280  1,003
Market value of quoted investments (including interest accrued), non-current  11,446  12,551
Aggregate amount of unquoted investments  17,535  15,134
# Aggregate amount of impairment in value of investments  94  94
Reduction in the fair value of assets held for sale  854  854
Investments carried at cost  11,909  10,379
Investments carried at amortized cost  2,093  2,114
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  13,648  14,423
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss  2,346  1,420

 

(1)Uncalled capital commitments outstanding as of December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 was 8 crore and 11 crore, respectively.

 

Refer to note 2.10 for accounting policies on financial instruments.

 

Method of fair valuation:

 

(In crore)

Class of investment Method Fair value as at
    December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Liquid mutual fund units Quoted price  2,267  1,337
Tax free bonds and government bonds Quoted price and market observable inputs  2,297  2,438
Non-convertible debentures Quoted price and market observable inputs  3,569  3,873
Government Securities Quoted price and market observable inputs  6,799  7,215
Commercial Papers Market observable inputs  1,039  -
Certificate of deposit Market observable inputs  2,026  3,141
Unquoted equity and preference securities Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  215  194
Compulsorily convertible debentures Discounted cash flows method    7
Others Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  79  76

 

Note : Certain quoted investments are classified as Level 2 in the absence of active market for such investments.

 

 

2.5 LOANS

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non- Current    
Loans considered good - Unsecured    
Other Loans    
Loans to employees  43  34
Total non - current loans  43  34
Current    
Loans considered good - Unsecured    
Loans to subsidiaries  43  
Other Loans    
Loans to employees  241  219
Total current loans  284  219
Total Loans  327  253

 

 

2.6 OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current    
Security deposits (1)  42  43
Net investment in Sublease of right of use asset (1)  313  320
Rental deposits (1)  170  134
Unbilled revenues (1)(5)#  596  215
Others (1)  99  15
Total non-current other financial assets  1,220  727
Current    
Security deposits (1)  1  1
Rental deposits (1)  13  36
Restricted deposits (1)*  2,117  1,965
Unbilled revenues (1)(5)#  4,790  3,543
Interest accrued but not due (1)  339  323
Foreign currency forward and options contracts (2)(3)  26  131
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to buyback (Refer to Note 2.11) (1)**  592  -
Net investment in Sublease of right of use asset (1)  48  45
Others (1)(4)  208  536
Total current other financial assets  8,134  6,580
Total other financial assets  9,354  7,307
(1) Financial assets carried at amortized cost  9,328  7,176
(2) Financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  13  20
(3) Financial assets carried at fair value through Profit or Loss  13  111
(4) Includes dues from subsidiaries  35  220
(5) Includes dues from subsidiaries  833  419

 

*Restricted deposits represent deposit with financial institutions to settle employee related obligations as and when they arise during the normal course of business.
**Includes 240 crore towards shares purchased but not settled as of December 31, 2022
#Classified as financial asset as right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.

 

2.7 TRADE RECEIVABLES

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Trade Receivable considered good - Unsecured (1)  23,676  19,454
Less: Allowance for expected credit loss  470  488
Trade Receivable considered good - Unsecured  23,206  18,966
Trade Receivable - credit impaired - Unsecured  93  85
Less: Allowance for credit impairment  93  85
Trade Receivable - credit impaired - Unsecured    
Total trade receivables (2)  23,206  18,966
(1) Includes dues from subsidiaries  1,493  268
(2) Includes dues from companies where directors are interested    

 

2.8 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Balances with banks    
In current and deposit accounts  4,804  9,375
Cash on hand    
Others    
Deposits with financial institutions  1,670  2,895
Total Cash and cash equivalents  6,474  12,270
Balances with banks in unpaid dividend accounts  35  36
Deposit with more than 12 months maturity    1,471
Balances with banks held as margin money deposits against guarantees  1  1

 

Cash and cash equivalents as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 include restricted cash and bank balances of 66 crore and 60 crore, respectively. The restrictions are primarily on account of bank balances held as margin money deposits against guarantees.

 

The deposits maintained by the Company with banks and financial institutions comprise of time deposits, which can be withdrawn by the Company at any point without prior notice or penalty on the principal.

 

2.9 OTHER ASSETS

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current    
Capital advances  108  87
Advances other than capital advance    
Others    
Prepaid expenses  74  82
Defined benefit plan assets  9  10
Deferred contract cost(3)    
Cost of obtaining a contract  129  151
Cost of fulfillment  493  273
Unbilled revenues(2)  370  156
Withholding taxes and others  667  657
Total non-current other assets  1,850  1,416
Current    
Advances other than capital advance    
Payment to vendors for supply of goods  48  183
Others    
Prepaid expenses (1)  1,604  1,174
Unbilled revenues(2)  5,652  5,365
Deferred contract cost(3)    
Cost of obtaining a contract  391  350
Cost of fulfillment  111  40
Withholding taxes and others  2,056  1,589
Other receivables (1)  218  234
Total current other assets  10,080  8,935
Total other assets  11,930  10,351
(1) Includes dues from subsidiaries  179  204

(2)Classified as non-financial asset as the contractual right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

(3)Includes technology assets taken over by the Company from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Company in accordance with Ind AS 115 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Company has entered into a financing arrangement with a third party for these assets which has been considered as financial liability. (Refer to note 2.12)

 

Withholding taxes and others primarily consist of input tax credits and Cenvat recoverable from Government of India.

 

2.10 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

 

Accounting Policy

 

2.10.1 Initial recognition

 

The Company recognizes financial assets and financial liabilities when it becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. All financial assets and liabilities are recognized at fair value on initial recognition, except for trade receivables which are initially measured at transaction price. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, which are not at fair value through profit or loss, are added to the fair value on initial recognition. Regular way purchase and sale of financial assets are accounted for at trade date.

 

2.10.2 Subsequent measurement

 

a. Non-derivative financial instruments

 

(i) Financial assets carried at amortized cost

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at amortized cost if it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold the asset in order to collect contractual cash flows and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

 

(ii) Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI)

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income if it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. The Company has made an irrevocable election for its investments which are classified as equity instruments to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income based on its business model.

 

(iii) Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss

 

A financial asset which is not classified in any of the above categories are subsequently fair valued through profit or loss.

 

(iv) Financial liabilities

 

Financial liabilities are subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method, except for contingent consideration recognized in a business combination which is subsequently measured at fair value through profit or loss.

 

(v) Investment in subsidiaries

 

Investment in subsidiaries is carried at cost in the separate financial statements.

 

b. Derivative financial instruments

 

The Company holds derivative financial instruments such as foreign exchange forward and option contracts to mitigate the risk of changes in exchange rates on foreign currency exposures. The counterparty for such contracts is generally a bank.

 

(i) Financial assets or financial liabilities, at fair value through profit or loss.

 

This category includes derivative financial assets or liabilities which are not designated as hedges.

 

Although the Company believes that these derivatives constitute hedges from an economic perspective, they may not qualify for hedge accounting under Ind AS 109, Financial Instruments. Any derivative that is either not designated as hedge, or is so designated but is ineffective as per Ind AS 109, is categorized as a financial asset or financial liability, at fair value through profit or loss.

 

Derivatives not designated as hedges are recognized initially at fair value and attributable transaction costs are recognized in net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss when incurred. Subsequent to initial recognition, these derivatives are measured at fair value through profit or loss and the resulting exchange gains or losses are included in other income. Assets/ liabilities in this category are presented as current assets/current liabilities if they are either held for trading or are expected to be realized within 12 months after the Balance Sheet date.

 

(ii) Cash flow hedge

 

The Company designates certain foreign exchange forward and options contracts as cash flow hedges to mitigate the risk of foreign exchange exposure on highly probable forecast cash transactions.

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedge reserve. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized immediately in the net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss. If the hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognized in cash flow hedge reserve till the period the hedge was effective remains in cash flow hedge reserve until the forecasted transaction occurs. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedge reserve is transferred to the net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, then the amount accumulated in cash flow hedge reserve is reclassified to net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

2.10.3 Derecognition of financial instruments

 

The Company derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire or it transfers the financial asset and the transfer qualifies for derecognition under Ind AS 109. A financial liability (or a part of a financial liability) is derecognized from the Company's Balance Sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged or cancelled or expires.

 

2.10.4 Fair value of financial instruments

 

In determining the fair value of its financial instruments, the Company uses a variety of methods and assumptions that are based on market conditions and risks existing at each reporting date. The methods used to determine fair value include discounted cash flow analysis, available quoted market prices and dealer quotes. All methods of assessing fair value result in general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.

 

Refer to table 'Financial instruments by category' below for the disclosure on carrying value and fair value of financial assets and liabilities. For financial assets and liabilities maturing within one year from the Balance Sheet date and which are not carried at fair value, the carrying amounts approximate fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

2.10.5 Impairment

 

The Company recognizes loss allowances using the expected credit loss (ECL) model for the financial assets and unbilled revenues which are not fair valued through profit or loss. Loss allowance for trade receivables and unbilled revenues with no significant financing component is measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECL. For all other financial assets, expected credit losses are measured at an amount equal to the 12-month ECL, unless there has been a significant increase in credit risk from initial recognition in which case those are measured at lifetime ECL.

 

The Company determines the allowance for credit losses based on historical loss experience adjusted to reflect current and estimated future economic conditions. The Company considers current and anticipated future economic conditions relating to industries the Company deals with and the countries where it operates.

 

The amount of ECLs (or reversal) that is required to adjust the loss allowance at the reporting date to the amount that is required to be recorded is recognized as an impairment gain or loss in statement of profit and loss.

 

Financial instruments by category

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at December 31, 2022 are as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Amortized cost Financial assets/ liabilities at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets/liabilities at fair value through OCI Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon initial recognition Mandatory Equity instruments designated upon initial recognition Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to note 2.8)  6,474          6,474  6,474
Investments (Refer to note 2.4)              
Preference securities, Equity instruments and others      79  215    294  294
Tax free bonds and government bonds  2,093          2,093  2,297(1)
Liquid mutual fund units      2,267      2,267  2,267
Commercial Papers          1,039  1,039  1,039
Certificates of deposits          2,026  2,026  2,026
Non convertible debentures          3,569  3,569  3,569
Government Securities          6,799  6,799  6,799
Trade receivables (Refer to note 2.7)  23,206          23,206  23,206
Loans (Refer to note 2.5)  327          327  327
Other financial assets (Refer to note 2.6) (3)  9,328    13    13  9,354  9,286(2)
Total  41,428    2,359  215  13,446  57,448  57,584
Liabilities:              
Trade payables (Refer to note 2.13)  3,077          3,077  3,077
Lease liabilities (Refer to note 2.3)  4,251          4,251  4,251
Other financial liabilities (Refer to note 2.12)  12,978    160    33  13,171  13,171
Total  20,306    160    33  20,499  20,499

 

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on tax free bonds and government bonds carried at amortized cost of 68 crore
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue on contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at March 31, 2022 were as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Amortized cost Financial assets/ liabilities at fair value through profit or loss Financial assets/liabilities at fair value through OCI Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon initial recognition Mandatory Equity instruments designated upon initial recognition Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to note 2.8)  12,270          12,270  12,270
Investments (Refer to note 2.4)              
Preference securities, Equity instruments and others      76  194    270  270
Compulsorily convertible debentures      7      7  7
Tax free bonds and government bonds  2,114          2,114  2,438(1)
Liquid mutual fund units      1,337      1,337  1,337
Certificates of deposits          3,141  3,141  3,141
Non convertible debentures          3,873  3,873  3,873
Government Securities          7,215  7,215  7,215
Trade receivables (Refer to note 2.7)  18,966          18,966  18,966
Loans (Refer to note 2.5)  253          253  253
Other financial assets (Refer to note 2.6)(3)  7,176    111    20  7,307  7,216(2)
Total  40,779    1,531  194  14,249  56,753  56,986
Liabilities:              
Trade payables (Refer to note 2.13)  2,669          2,669  2,669
Lease Liabilities (Refer to note 2.3)  3,786          3,786  3,786
Other financial liabilities (Refer to note 2.12)  10,084    8    3  10,095  10,095
Total  16,539    8    3  16,550  16,550

 

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued

 

(2)Excludes interest accrued on tax free bonds and government bonds carried at amortized cost of 91 crore

 

(3)Excludes unbilled revenue on contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

For trade receivables and trade payables and other assets and payables maturing within one year from the Balance Sheet date, the carrying amounts approximate the fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

Fair value hierarchy

 

Level 1 - Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

 

Level 2 – Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices).

 

Level 3 - Inputs for the assets or liabilities that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

 

The fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as at December 31, 2022 is as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at December 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in tax free bonds (Refer to note 2.4)  2,297  897  1,400  
Investments in government bonds (Refer to note 2.4)        
Investments in liquid mutual fund units (Refer to note 2.4)  2,267  2,267    
Investments in certificates of deposit (Refer to note 2.4)  2,026    2,026  
Investments in commercial papers (Refer to Note 2.4)  1,039    1,039  
Investments in non convertible debentures (Refer to note 2.4)  3,569  1,853  1,716  
Investments in government securities (Refer to note 2.4)  6,799  6,726  73  
Investments in equity instruments (Refer to note 2.4)  2      2
Investments in preference securities (Refer to note 2.4)  213      213
Other investments (Refer to note 2.4)  79      79
Derivative financial instruments - gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to note 2.6)  26    26  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments - loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to note 2.12)  193    193  

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, tax free bonds and non-convertible debentures of 902 crore were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy since these were valued based on quoted price. Further tax free bonds, non-convertible debentures and government securities of 2,540 crore were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

The fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as at March 31, 2022 was as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at March 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in tax free bonds (Refer to note 2.4)  2,425  1,238  1,187  
Investments in government bonds (Refer to note 2.4)  13  13    
Investments in liquid mutual fund units (Refer to note 2.4)  1,337  1,337    
Investments in certificate of deposit (Refer to note 2.4)  3,141    3,141  
Investments in non convertible debentures (Refer to note 2.4)  3,873  3,472  401  
Investments in government securities (Refer to note 2.4)  7,215  7,177  38  
Investments in equity instruments (Refer to note 2.4)  2      2
Investments in preference securities (Refer to note 2.4)  192      192
Investments in compulsorily convertible debentures (Refer to note 2.4)  7      7
Other investments (Refer to note 2.4)  76      76
Derivative financial instruments - gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to note 2.6)  131    131  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments - loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer note 2.12)  11    11  

 

 

During the year ended March 31, 2022, tax free bonds of 576 crore was transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy since these were valued based on quoted price. Further tax free bonds, non-convertible debentures and government securities of 890 crore were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

A one percentage point change in the unobservable inputs used in fair valuation of Level 3 assets and liabilities does not have a significant impact in its value.

 

Majority of investments of the Company are fair valued based on Level 1 or Level 2 inputs. These investments primarily include investment in liquid mutual fund units, tax free bonds, certificates of deposit, commercial paper, treasury bills, government securities, quoted bonds issued by government and quasi-government organizations and non-convertible debentures. The Company invests after considering counterparty risks based on multiple criteria including Tier I capital, Capital Adequacy Ratio, Credit Rating, Profitability, NPA levels and Deposit base of banks and financial institutions. These risks are monitored regularly as per Company's risk management program.

 

2.11 EQUITY

 

Accounting policy

 

Ordinary Shares

 

Ordinary shares are classified as equity share capital. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issuance of new ordinary shares, share options and buyback are recognized as a deduction from equity, net of any tax effects.

 

Description of reserves

 

Capital redemption reserve

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Indian Companies Act, 2013, the Company creates capital redemption reserve equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Retained earnings

 

Retained earnings represent the amount of accumulated earnings of the Company.

 

Securities premium

 

The amount received in excess of the par value of equity shares has been classified as securities premium. Amounts have been utilized for bonus issue and share buyback from share premium account.

 

Share options outstanding account

 

The Share options outstanding account is used to record the fair value of equity-settled share based payment transactions with employees. The amounts recorded in share options outstanding account are transferred to securities premium upon exercise of stock options and transferred to general reserve on account of stock options not exercised by employees.

 

Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve

 

The Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve has been created out of the profit of the eligible SEZ unit in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA (1)(ii) of Income Tax Act, 1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Company for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in terms of the provisions of the Sec 10AA (2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

Other components of equity

 

Other components of equity include remeasurement of net defined benefit liability / asset, equity instruments fair valued through other comprehensive income, changes on fair valuation of investments and changes in fair value of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, net of taxes.

 

Cash flow hedge reserve

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction.

 

2.11.1 EQUITY SHARE CAPITAL

 

(In crore, except as otherwise stated)

Particulars As at
   December 31, 2022  March 31, 2022
Authorized    
Equity shares, 5/- par value    
4,80,00,00,000 (4,80,00,00,000) equity shares  2,400  2,400
Issued, Subscribed and Paid-Up    
Equity shares, 5/- par value (1)  2,091  2,103
4,18,29,16,843 (4,20,67,38,641) equity shares fully paid-up    
   2,091  2,103

 

(1)Refer to note 2.20 for details of basic and diluted shares

 

Forfeited shares amounted to 1,500/- (1,500/-)

 

The Company has only one class of shares referred to as equity shares having a par value of 5/-. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The equity shares represented by American Depository Shares (ADS) carry similar rights to voting and dividends as the other equity shares. Each ADS represents one underlying equity share.

 

In the event of liquidation of the Company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive any of the remaining assets of the company in proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders, after distribution of all preferential amounts. However, no such preferential amounts exist currently.

 

For details of shares reserved for issue under the employee stock option plan of the Company, refer to the note below.

 

The reconciliation of the number of shares outstanding and the amount of share capital as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 is set out below:

 

(in crore, except as stated otherwise)

Particulars As at December 31, 2022 As at March 31, 2022
  Number of shares Amount Number of shares Amount
As at the beginning of the period 4,20,67,38,641 2,103 4,26,06,60,846  2,130
Add: Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options  13,42,202  1 18,85,132  1
Less: Shares bought back  2,51,64,000  13 5,58,07,337  28
As at the end of the period 4,18,29,16,843  2,091 4,20,67,38,641  2,103

 

Capital allocation policy

 

Effective fiscal 2020, the company expects to return approximately 85% of the free cash flow cumulatively over a 5-year period through a combination of semi annual dividends and/or share buyback and/or special dividends, subject to applicable laws and requisite approvals, if any. Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditure as per the consolidated statement of cash flows prepared under IFRS. Dividend and buyback include applicable taxes.

 

Update on buyback announced in October 2022

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on October 13, 2022, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,300 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,850 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval by way of Postal Ballot.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum buyback price of 1,850/- per equity share and the Maximum buyback size of 9,300 crore the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum buyback shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis).

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023. During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 11 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Buyback completed in September 2021

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on April 14, 2021, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,200 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,750 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors in the Annual General meeting held on June 19, 2021.

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on June 25, 2021 and was completed on September 8, 2021. During this buyback period the Company had purchased and extinguished a total of 55,807,337 equity shares from the stock exchange at a volume weighted average buyback price of 1,648.53/- per equity share comprising 1.31% of the pre buyback paid up equity share capital of the Company. The buyback resulted in a cash outflow of 9,200 crore (excluding transaction costs and tax on buyback). The Company funded the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013.

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, as at March 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 28 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

The Company’s objective when managing capital is to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern and to maintain an optimal capital structure so as to maximize shareholder value. In order to maintain or achieve an optimal capital structure, the Company may adjust the amount of dividend payment, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares or buy back issued shares. As of December 31, 2022, the Company has only one class of equity shares and has no debt. Consequent to the above capital structure there are no externally imposed capital requirements.

 

2.11.2 DIVIDEND

 

The final dividend on shares is recorded as a liability on the date of approval by the shareholders and interim dividends are recorded as a liability on the date of declaration by the Company's Board of Directors. Income tax consequences of dividends on financial instruments classified as equity will be recognized according to where the entity originally recognized those past transactions or events that generated distributable profits.

 

The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. Companies are required to pay/distribute dividend after deducting applicable taxes. The remittance of dividends outside India is governed by Indian law on foreign exchange and is also subject to withholding tax at applicable rates.

 

The amount of per share dividend recognized as distribution to equity shareholders in accordance with Companies Act, 2013 is as follows:-

 

(in )

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Interim dividend for fiscal 2023  16.50    16.50  
Final dividend for fiscal 2022      16.00  
Interim dividend for fiscal 2022    15.00    15.00
Final dividend for fiscal 2021        15.00

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting on April 13, 2022 recommended a final dividend of 16/- per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2022. The same was approved by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on June 25, 2022 which resulted in a net cash outflow of 6,732 crore.

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on October 13, 2022 declared an interim dividend of 16.50/- per equity share which resulted in a net cash outflow of 6,943 crore.

 

2.11.3 Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP):

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Company recognizes compensation expense relating to share-based payments in net profit based on estimated fair-values of the awards on the grant date. The estimated fair value of awards is recognized as an expense in the statement of profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period for each separately vesting portion of the award as if the award was in-substance, multiple awards with a corresponding increase to share options outstanding account.

 

Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (the 2019 Plan):

 

On June 22, 2019 pursuant to approval by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting, the Board has been authorized to introduce, offer, issue and provide share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2019 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2019 plan shall not exceed 5,00,00,000 equity shares. To implement the 2019 Plan, up to 4,50,00,000 equity shares may be issued by way of secondary acquisition of shares by Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Trust. The Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted under the 2019 plan shall vest based on the achievement of defined annual performance parameters as determined by the administrator (Nomination and Remuneration Committee). The performance parameters will be based on a combination of relative Total Shareholders Return (TSR) against selected industry peers and certain broader market domestic and global indices and operating performance metrics of the company as decided by administrator. Each of the above performance parameters will be distinct for the purposes of calculation of quantity of shares to vest based on performance. These instruments will generally vest between a minimum of 1 to maximum of 3 years from the grant date.

 

2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (the 2015 Plan):

 

On March 31, 2016, pursuant to the approval by the shareholders through postal ballot, the Board was authorized to introduce, offer, issue and allot share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2015 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2015 plan shall not exceed 2,40,38,883 equity shares (this includes 1,12,23,576 equity shares which are held by the trust towards the 2011 Plan as at March 31, 2016). The Company expects to grant the instruments under the 2015 Plan over the period of 4 years. The plan numbers mentioned above would further be adjusted for the September 2018 bonus issue.

 

The equity settled and cash settled RSUs and stock options would vest generally over a period of 4 years and shall be exercisable within the period as approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NARC). The exercise price of the RSUs will be equal to the par value of the shares and the exercise price of the stock options would be the market price as on the date of grant.

 

Controlled trust holds 12,568,222 shares and 13,725,712 shares as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively under the 2015 plan. Out of these shares, 200,000 equity shares each have been earmarked for welfare activities of the employees as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022.

 

The following is the summary of grants during the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

 

Particulars 2019 plan 2015 plan
  Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31, Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021
Equity settled RSUs                
Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs)      176,893  73,962      287,325  101,697
Employees other than KMPs  3,814    374,774    48,050  25,270  48,050  25,270
Total Grants  3,814    551,667  73,962  48,050  25,270  335,375  126,967

 

Notes on grants to KMP:

 

CEO & MD

 

Based on the recommendations of the Board and the approval of the shareholders at the AGM held on June 25, 2022, Salil Parekh has been reappointed as the CEO and MD of the Company for a term commencing on July 1, 2022 and ending on March 31, 2027. The remuneration is approved by the shareholders in the AGM. The revised employment agreement is effective July 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2015 plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement effective till June 30, 2022, approved the grant of performance-based RSUs of fair value of 13 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 84,361 performance based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Further, in line with the shareholders approval and revised employment contract which is effective July 1, 2022, the Board, on July 24, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee:

 

Approved the grant of performance-based RSUs (Annual performance equity grant) of fair value of 21.75 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 140,228 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance equity ESG grant) of fair value of 2 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain environment, social and governance milestones as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 12,894 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance Equity TSR grant) of fair value of 5 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on Company’s performance on cumulative relative TSR over the years and as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 32,236 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2019 plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved performance-based grant of RSUs amounting to 10 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2019 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement effective till June 30, 2022 based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 64,893 performance-based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Other KMPs

 

Under the 2015 plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with employment agreement, the Board, approved performance-based grant of 5,616 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. The performance-based RSUs will vest over three years based on certain performance targets.

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved time based grant of 11,990 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over four years.

 

Under the 2019 plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance-based grant of 8,000 RSUs to a KMP under the 2019 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

On May 21, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance-based grant of 104,000 RSUs to other KMPs under the 2019 Plan. The grants were made effective June 1, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

The break-up of employee stock compensation expense is as follows:

 

(in crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Granted to:        
KMP#    17  41  51
Employees other than KMP  101  68  302  218
Total (1)  101  85  343  269
(1) Cash settled stock compensation expense included in the above  2  3    11

#Includes reversal of employee stock compensation expense on account of resignation

 

The fair value of the awards are estimated using the Black-Scholes Model for time and non-market performance-based options and Monte Carlo simulation model is used for TSR based options.

 

The inputs to the model include the share price at date of grant, exercise price, expected volatility, expected dividends, expected term and the risk free rate of interest. Expected volatility during the expected term of the options is based on historical volatility of the observed market prices of the Company's publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Expected volatility of the comparative company have been modelled based on historical movements in the market prices of their publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Correlation coefficient is calculated between each peer entity and the indices as a whole or between each entity in the peer group.

 

The fair value of each equity settled award is estimated on the date of grant using the following assumptions: 

 

Particulars For options granted in
  Fiscal 2023-
Equity Shares-RSU
Fiscal 2023-
ADS-RSU
Fiscal 2022-
Equity Shares-RSU
Fiscal 2022-
ADS-RSU
Weighted average share price () / ($ ADS)  1,525  19.01  1,791  24.45
Exercise price () / ($ ADS)  5.00  0.07  5.00  0.07
Expected volatility (%)  23-32  28-34  20-35  25-36
Expected life of the option (years)  1-4  1-4  1-4  1-4
Expected dividends (%)  2-3  2-3  2-3  2-3
Risk-free interest rate (%)  5-7  2-5  4-6  1-3
Weighted average fair value as on grant date () / ($ ADS)  1,283  14.40  1,548  20.82

 

The expected life of the RSU/ESOP is estimated based on the vesting term and contractual term of the RSU/ESOP, as well as expected exercise behavior of the employee who receives the RSU/ESOP.

 

2.12 OTHER FINANCIAL LIABILITIES

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current    
Others    
Compensated absences  80  86
Accrued compensation to employees (1)  8  8
Accrued expenses (1)(4)  1,014  503
Other payables (1)(7)  64  79
Total non-current other financial liabilities  1,166  676
Current    
Unpaid dividends (1)  35  36
Others    
Accrued compensation to employees (1)  2,541  2,999
Accrued expenses (1)(4)  5,017  4,603
Retention monies (1)  14  12
Capital creditors (1)  365  395
Financial liability relating to buyback (Refer Note no. 2.11) (1)(6)  1,616  -
Compensated absences  1,927  1,764
Other payables (1)(5)(7)  2,304  1,449
Foreign currency forward and options contracts (2)(3)  193  11
Total current other financial liabilities  14,012  11,269
Total other financial liabilities  15,178  11,945
(1) Financial liability carried at amortized cost  12,978  10,084
(2) Financial liability carried at fair value through profit or loss  160  8
(3) Financial liability carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  33  3
(4) Includes dues to subsidiaries  31  7
(5) Includes dues to subsidiaries  154  316

(6)In accordance with Ind AS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation, the Company has recorded a financial liability as at December 31, 2022 for the obligation to acquire its own equity shares to the extent of standing instructions provided to its registered broker for the buyback (Refer to Note 2.11) . The financial liability is recognized at the present value of the maximum amount that the Company would be required to pay to the registered broker for buy back, with a corresponding debit in general reserve / retained earnings.
(7)Deferred contract cost (Refer to note 2.9) includes technology assets taken over by the Company from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Company in accordance with Ind AS 115 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Company has entered into a financing arrangement with a third party for these assets which has been considered as financial liability.

 

Accrued expenses primarily relate to cost of technical sub-contractors, telecommunication charges, legal and professional charges, brand building expenses, overseas travel expenses and office maintenance.

 

2.13 TRADE PAYABLES

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Outstanding dues of micro enterprises and small enterprises    3
Outstanding dues of creditors other than micro enterprises and small enterprises(1)  3,077  2,666
Total trade payables  3,077  2,669
(1) Includes dues to subsidiaries  635  613

 

2.14 OTHER LIABILITIES

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current    
Accrued defined benefit liability  439  332
Others    
Deferred income  3  9
Deferred income - government grants  19  19
Total non - current other liabilities  461  360
Current    
Accrued defined benefit liability  1  2
Unearned revenue  5,772  5,179
Others    
Tax on buyback (Refer Note no. 2.11)  643  
Deferred income - government grants  9  10
Withholding taxes and others  2,136  2,190
Total current other liabilities  8,561  7,381
Total other liabilities  9,022  7,741

 

2.15 PROVISIONS

 

Accounting Policy

 

A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation that is reasonably estimable, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows at a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability.

 

a. Post-sales client support

 

The Company provides its clients with a fixed-period post sales support on its fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts. Costs associated with such support services are accrued at the time related revenues are recorded in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The Company estimates such costs based on historical experience and estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis for any material changes in assumptions and likelihood of occurrence.

 

b. Onerous contracts

 

Provisions for onerous contracts are recognized when the expected benefits to be derived by the Company from a contract are lower than the unavoidable costs of meeting the future obligations under the contract. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract. The provision is measured at the present value of the lower of the expected cost of terminating the contract and the expected net cost of continuing with the contract. Before a provision is established, the Company recognizes any impairment loss on the assets associated with that contract.

 

Provision for post-sales client support and other provisions

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Others    
Post-sales client support and others  1,288  920
Total provisions  1,288  920

 

Provision for post sales client support and other provisions majorly represents costs associated with providing sales support services which are accrued at the time of recognition of revenues and are expected to be utilized over a period of 1 year.

 

2.16 INCOME TAXES

 

Accounting Policy

 

Income tax expense comprises current and deferred income tax. Income tax expense is recognized in net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss except to the extent that it relates to items recognized directly in equity, in which case it is recognized in equity or other comprehensive income. Current income tax for current and prior periods is recognized at the amount expected to be paid to or recovered from the tax authorities, using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for all temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realized.

 

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured using tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date and are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of changes in tax rates on deferred income tax assets and liabilities is recognized as income or expense in the period that includes the enactment or the substantive enactment date. A deferred income tax asset is recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and tax losses can be utilized. Deferred income taxes are not provided on the undistributed earnings of subsidiaries and branches where it is expected that the earnings of the subsidiary or branch will not be distributed in the foreseeable future.

 

The Company offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The income tax provision for the interim period is made based on the best estimate of the annual average tax rate expected to be applicable for the full financial year. Tax benefits of deductions earned on exercise of employee share options in excess of compensation charged to income are credited to equity.

 

Income tax expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss comprises:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Current taxes  1,916  1,852  6,261  5,354
Deferred taxes  169  67  61  175
Income tax expense  2,085  1,919  6,322  5,529

 

Income tax expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of 79 crore and provisions (net of reversal) of 3 crore, respectively. Income tax expense for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of 65 crore and 29 crore, respectively. These provisions and reversals pertaining to prior periods are primarily on account of adjudication of certain disputed matters, upon filing of tax return and completion of assessments, across various jurisdictions.

 

Deferred income tax for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 substantially relates to origination and reversal of temporary differences.

 

The Company’s Advanced Pricing Arrangement (APA) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for US branch income tax expired in March 2021. The Company has applied for renewal of APA and currently the US taxable income is based on the Company’s best estimate determined based on the expected value method.

 

2.17 REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Company derives revenues primarily from IT services comprising software development and related services, cloud and infrastructure services, maintenance, consulting and package implementation, licensing of software products and platforms across the Company’s core and digital offerings (together called as “software related services”). Contracts with customers are either on a time-and-material, unit of work, fixed-price or on a fixed-timeframe basis.

 

Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved in writing, by the parties, to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services (“performance obligations”) to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company has received or expects to receive in exchange for these products or services (“transaction price”). When there is uncertainty as to collectability, revenue recognition is postponed until such uncertainty is resolved.

 

The Company assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. The Company allocates the transaction price to each distinct performance obligation based on the relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In the absence of such evidence, the primary method used to estimate standalone selling price is the expected cost plus a margin, under which the Company estimates the cost of satisfying the performance obligation and then adds an appropriate margin based on similar services

 

The Company’s contracts may include variable consideration including rebates, volume discounts and penalties. The Company includes variable consideration as part of transaction price when there is a basis to reasonably estimate the amount of the variable consideration and when it is probable that a significant reversal of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is resolved.

 

Revenue on time-and-material and unit of work based contracts, are recognized as the related services are performed. Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably either on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period or ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and Company’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. Revenue from other fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts, where the performance obligations are satisfied over time is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method. Efforts or costs expended are used to determine progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. Progress towards completion is measured as the ratio of costs or efforts incurred to date (representing work performed) to the estimated total costs or efforts. Estimates of transaction price and total costs or efforts are continuously monitored over the term of the contracts and are recognized in net profit in the period when these estimates change or when the estimates are revised. Revenues and the estimated total costs or efforts are subject to revision as the contract progresses. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

The billing schedules agreed with customers include periodic performance based billing and / or milestone based progress billings. Revenues in excess of billing are classified as unbilled revenue while billing in excess of revenues are classified as contract liabilities (which we refer to as "unearned revenues").

 

In arrangements for software development and related services and maintenance services, by applying the revenue recognition criteria for each distinct performance obligation, the arrangements with customers generally meet the criteria for considering software development and related services as distinct performance obligations. For allocating the transaction price, the Company measures the revenue in respect of each performance obligation of a contract at its relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In cases where the Company is unable to determine the standalone selling price, the Company uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. For software development and related services, the performance obligations are satisfied as and when the services are rendered since the customer generally obtains control of the work as it progresses.

 

Certain cloud and infrastructure services contracts include multiple elements which may be subject to other specific accounting guidance, such as leasing guidance. These contracts are accounted in accordance with such specific accounting guidance. In such arrangements where the Company is able to determine that hardware and services are distinct performance obligations, it allocates the consideration to these performance obligations on a relative standalone selling price basis. In the absence of standalone selling price, the Company uses the expected cost-plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. When such arrangements are considered as a single performance obligation, revenue is recognized over the period and measure of progress is determined based on promise in the contract.

 

Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to use” the licenses is recognized at the time the license is made available to the customer. Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to access” is recognized over the access period.

 

Arrangements to deliver software products generally have three elements: license, implementation and Annual Technical Services (ATS). When implementation services are provided in conjunction with the licensing arrangement and the license and implementation have been identified as two distinct separate performance obligations, the transaction price for such contracts are allocated to each performance obligation of the contract based on their relative standalone selling prices. In the absence of standalone selling price for implementation, the Company uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. Where the license is required to be substantially customized as part of the implementation service the entire arrangement fee for license and implementation is considered to be a single performance obligation and the revenue is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method as the implementation is performed. Revenue from client training, support and other services arising due to the sale of software products is recognized as the performance obligations are satisfied. ATS revenue is recognized ratably on a straight line basis over the period in which the services are rendered.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Company is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Company is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the Company first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Company considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

The incremental costs of obtaining a contract (i.e., costs that would not have been incurred if the contract had not been obtained) are recognized as an asset if the Company expects to recover them.

 

Certain eligible, nonrecurring costs (e.g. set-up or transition or transformation costs) that do not represent a separate performance obligation are recognized as an asset when such costs (a) relate directly to the contract; (b) generate or enhance resources of the Company that will be used in satisfying the performance obligation in the future; and (c) are expected to be recovered.

 

Capitalized contract costs relating to upfront payments to customers are amortized to revenue and other capitalized costs are amortized to expenses over the respective contract life on a systematic basis consistent with the transfer of goods or services to customer to which the asset relates. Capitalized costs are monitored regularly for impairment. Impairment losses are recorded when present value of projected remaining operating cash flows is not sufficient to recover the carrying amount of the capitalized costs.

 

The Company presents revenues net of indirect taxes in its Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

 

Revenue from operations for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue from software services  32,328  27,261  93,312  76,262
Revenue from products and platforms  61  76  171  252
Total revenue from operations  32,389  27,337  93,483  76,514

 

Disaggregated revenue information

 

The table below presents disaggregated revenues from contracts with customers by offerings for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 respectively. The Company believes that this disaggregation best depicts how the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of our revenues and cash flows are affected by industry, market and other economic factors.

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue by offerings        
Core  11,820  11,164  34,834  32,656
Digital  20,569  16,173  58,649  43,858
Total  32,389  27,337  93,483  76,514

 

Digital Services

 

Digital Services comprise of service and solution offerings of the company that enable our clients to transform their businesses. These include offerings that enhance customer experience, leverage AI-based analytics and big data, engineer digital products and IoT, modernize legacy technology systems, migrate to cloud applications and implement advanced cyber security systems.

 

Core Services

 

Core Services comprise traditional offerings of the Company that have scaled and industrialized over a number of years. These primarily include application management services, proprietary application development services, independent validation solutions, product engineering and management, infrastructure management services, traditional enterprise application implementation, support and integration services.

 

Products & platforms

 

The Company derives revenues from the sale of products and platforms including Infosys Applied AI which applies next-generation AI and machine learning.

 

Trade receivables and Contract Balances

 

The timing of revenue recognition, billings and cash collections results in receivables, unbilled revenue, and unearned revenue on the Company’s Balance Sheet. Amounts are billed as work progresses in accordance with agreed-upon contractual terms, either at periodic intervals (e.g., monthly or quarterly) or upon achievement of contractual milestones.

 

The Company’s receivables are rights to consideration that are unconditional. Unbilled revenues comprising revenues in excess of billings from time and material contracts and fixed price maintenance contracts are classified as financial asset when the right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.

 

Invoicing to the clients for other fixed price contracts is based on milestones as defined in the contract and therefore the timing of revenue recognition is different from the timing of invoicing to the customers. Therefore unbilled revenues for other fixed price contracts (contract asset) are classified as non-financial asset because the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

Invoicing in excess of earnings are classified as unearned revenue.

 

Trade receivables and unbilled revenues are presented net of impairment in the Balance Sheet.

 

2.18 OTHER INCOME, NET

 

2.18.1 Other income - Accounting Policy

 

Other income is comprised primarily of interest income, dividend income, gain / loss on investments and exchange gain/loss on forward and options contracts and on translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities. Interest income is recognized using the effective interest method. Dividend income is recognized when the right to receive payment is established.

 

2.18.2 Foreign currency - Accounting Policy

 

Functional currency

 

The functional currency of the Company is the Indian rupee. These financial statements are presented in Indian rupees (rounded off to crore; one crore equals ten million).

 

Transactions and translations

 

Foreign currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are translated into the relevant functional currency at exchange rates in effect at the Balance Sheet date. The gains or losses resulting from such translations are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss and reported within exchange gains/(losses) on translation of assets and liabilities, net, except when deferred in Other Comprehensive Income as qualifying cash flow hedges. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at fair value are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of the transaction. The related revenue and expense are recognized using the same exchange rate.

 

Transaction gains or losses realized upon settlement of foreign currency transactions are included in determining net profit for the period in which the transaction is settled. Revenue, expense and cash-flow items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the relevant functional currencies using the exchange rate in effect on the date of the transaction.

 

Other Comprehensive Income, net of taxes includes translation differences on non-monetary financial assets measured at fair value at the reporting date, such as equities classified as financial instruments and measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI).

 

Government grant

 

The Company recognizes government grants only when there is reasonable assurance that the conditions attached to them will be complied with, and the grants will be received. Government grants related to assets are treated as deferred income and are recognized in the net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic and rational basis over the useful life of the asset. Government grants related to revenue are recognized on a systematic basis in the net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs which they are intended to compensate.

 

Other income for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is as follows:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Interest income on financial assets carried at amortized cost        
Tax free bonds and government bonds  38  38  113  114
Deposit with Bank and others  136  131  451  523
Interest income on financial assets fair valued through other comprehensive income        
Non-convertible debentures, commercial papers, certificates of deposit and government securities  215  123  650  409
Income on investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    1  1  1
Income on investments carried at fair value through profit or loss        
Gain / (loss) on liquid mutual funds and other investments  63  30  107  82
Dividend received from subsidiary  494  558  1,187  1,150
Exchange gains/(losses) on foreign currency forward and options contracts  (413)  154  (673)  224
Exchange gains/(losses) on translation of other assets and liabilities  562  (90)  1,073  (44)
Miscellaneous income, net  82  68  184  175
Total other income  1,177  1,013  3,093  2,634

 

2.19 EXPENSES

 

Accounting Policy

 

2.19.1 Gratuity and Pension

 

The Company provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan ('the Gratuity Plan') covering eligible Indian employees of Infosys. The Gratuity Plan provides a lump-sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death, incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee's salary and the tenure of employment with the Company. The Company contributes Gratuity liabilities to the Infosys Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust (the Trust). Trustees administer contributions made to the Trusts and contributions are invested in a scheme with the Life Insurance Corporation of India as permitted by Indian law.

 

The Company operates defined benefit pension plan in certain overseas jurisdictions, in accordance with the local laws. These plans are managed by third party fund managers. The plans provide for periodic payouts after retirement or for a lumpsum payment as set out in rules of each fund and includes death and disability benefits.

 

Liabilities with regard to these defined benefit plans are determined by actuarial valuation, performed by an external actuary, at each Balance Sheet date using the projected unit credit method. These defined benefit plans expose the Company to actuarial risks, such as longevity risk, currency risk, interest rate risk and market risk.

 

The Company recognizes the net obligation of a defined benefit plan in its Balance Sheet as an asset or liability. Gains and losses through re-measurements of the net defined benefit liability/(asset) are recognized in other comprehensive income and are not reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods. The actual return of the portfolio of plan assets, in excess of the yields computed by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation is recognized in other comprehensive income. The effect of any plan amendments is recognized in net profit in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

2.19.2 Provident fund

 

Eligible employees of Infosys receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined benefit plan. Both the eligible employee and the Company make monthly contributions to the provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. The Company contributes a portion to the Infosys Limited Employees' Provident Fund Trust. The trust invests in specific designated instruments as permitted by Indian law. The remaining portion is contributed to the government administered pension fund. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the trust is being administered by the Government of India. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of the Trust and the notified interest rate.

 

2.19.3 Superannuation

 

Certain employees of Infosys are participants in a defined contribution plan. The Company has no further obligations to the Plan beyond its monthly contributions which are periodically contributed to a trust fund, the corpus of which is invested with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

 

2.19.4 Compensated absences

 

The Company has a policy on compensated absences which are both accumulating and non-accumulating in nature. The expected cost of accumulating compensated absences is determined by actuarial valuation performed by an independent actuary at each Balance Sheet date using projected unit credit method on the additional amount expected to be paid/availed as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the Balance Sheet date. Expense on non-accumulating compensated absences is recognized in the period in which the absences occur.

 

The Code on Social Security, 2020 (‘Code’) relating to employee benefits during employment and post-employment benefits received Presidential assent in September 2020. The Code has been published in the Gazette of India. However, the date on which the entire Code will come into effect has not been notified. The Company will assess the impact of the Code when it comes into effect in entirety and will record any related impact in the period the Code becomes effective.

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Employee benefit expenses        
Salaries including bonus  15,757  12,738  45,248  36,690
Contribution to provident and other funds  499  371  1,425  1,016
Share based payments to employees (Refer to note 2.11)  101  85  343  269
Staff welfare  38  81  166  224
   16,395  13,275  47,182  38,199
Cost of software packages and others        
For own use  379  210  1,082  755
Third party items bought for service delivery to clients  1,349  646  3,257  1,365
   1,728  856  4,339  2,120
Other expenses        
Power and fuel  40  25  113  69
Brand and Marketing  184  122  526  277
Short-term leases  9  2  15  9
Rates and taxes  54  38  157  144
Repairs and Maintenance  237  210  670  620
Consumables  5  8  18  22
Insurance  35  39  106  100
Provision for post-sales client support and others  132  42  201  74
Commission to non-whole time directors  4  3  11  8
Impairment loss recognized / (reversed) under expected credit loss model  59  45  112  110
Auditor's remuneration        
Statutory audit fees  1  1  5  4
Tax matters        
Other services        
Contributions towards Corporate Social Responsibility  132  85  289  321
Others  86  31  194  70
   978  651  2,417  1,828

 

2.20 BASIC AND DILUTED SHARES USED IN COMPUTING EARNINGS PER EQUITY SHARE

 

Accounting Policy

 

Basic earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Company by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Company by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per equity share and also the weighted average number of equity shares that could have been issued upon conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the equity shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. the average market value of the outstanding equity shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as at the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date. Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented.

 

The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted retrospectively for all periods presented for any share splits and bonus shares issues including for changes effected prior to the approval of the financial statements by the Board of Directors.

 

2.21 CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND COMMITMENTS

 

Accounting Policy

 

Contingent liability is a possible obligation arising from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the entity or a present obligation that arises from past events but is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation or the amount of the obligation cannot be measured with sufficient reliability.

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Contingent liabilities:    
Claims against the Company, not acknowledged as debts(1)  4,297  4,245
[Amount paid to statutory authorities 6,132 crore (5,617 crore)]    
Commitments:    
Estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital contracts and not provided for  623  1,092
(net of advances and deposits)(2)    
Other Commitments*  8  11

 

*Uncalled capital pertaining to investments

 

(1)As at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, claims against the Company not acknowledged as debts in respect of income tax matters amounted to 3,938 crore and 3,898 crore, respectively.

 

The claims against the Company primarily represent demands arising on completion of assessment proceedings under the Income Tax Act, 1961. These claims are on account of multiple issues of disallowances such as disallowance of profits earned from STP Units and SEZ Units, disallowance of deductions in respect of employment of new employees under section 80JJAA, disallowance of expenditure towards software being held as capital in nature, payments made to Associated Enterprises held as liable for withholding of taxes. These matters are pending before various Appellate Authorities and the management including its tax advisors expect that its position will likely be upheld on ultimate resolution and will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial position and results of operations.

 

Amount paid to statutory authorities against the tax claims amounted to 6,122 crore and 5,607 crore as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

(2)Capital contracts primarily comprises of commitments for infrastructure facilities and computer equipments.

 

Legal Proceedings

 

The Company is subject to legal proceedings and claims, which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. The Company’s management reasonably expects that these legal actions, when ultimately concluded and determined, will not have a material and adverse effect on the Company’s results of operations or financial condition.

 

2.22 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Refer to the Company's Annual Report for the year ended March 31, 2022 for the full names and other details of the Company's subsidiaries and controlled trusts.

 

Changes in Subsidiaries

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, the following are the changes in the subsidiaries:

 

-On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (formerly Kristall 247. GmbH (“Kristall”)) (a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd) acquired 100% of voting interests in oddity space GmbH, oddity jungle GmbH, oddity waves GmbH, oddity group services GmbH, oddity code GmbH along with its subsidiary oddity code d.o.o., and oddity GmbH along with its two subsidiaries oddity (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., oddity Limited(Taipei).

 

-Infosys Consulting S.R.L. (Argentina) (formerly a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Holding AG) became the majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited with effect from April 1, 2022.

 

-Panaya GmbH renamed as Infosys Financial Services GmbH.

 

-Infosys Arabia Limited, a majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited is under liquidation.

 

-Infosys Public Services Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Public Services Inc. was incorporated on July 8, 2022.

 

-On September 1, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. (a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% of voting interests in BASE life science A/S along with its seven subsidiaries BASE life science AG, BASE life science GmbH, BASE life science Ltd., BASE life science S.A.S., BASE life science S.r.l., Innovisor Inc. and BASE life science Inc.

 

-BASE life science SL., a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S was incorporated on September 6,2022

 

-Panaya Germany GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Panaya Inc. was incorporated on December 15,2022.

 

The Company’s related party transactions during the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 and outstanding balances as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 are with its subsidiaries with whom the Company generally enters into transactions which are at arms length and in the ordinary course of business.

 

Change in key management personnel

 

The following are the changes in the key management personnel:

-Ravi Kumar S resigned effective October 11, 2022

 

Transactions with key management personnel

 

The table below describes the compensation to key managerial personnel which comprise directors and executive officers:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Salaries and other short term employee benefits to whole-time directors and executive officers (1)(2)  12  33  86  106
Commission and other benefits to non-executive / independent directors  5  3  12  8
Total  17  36  98  114

 

(1)Total employee stock compensation expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes a charge of less than a crore and 17 crore, respectively, towards key managerial personnel. For the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, includes a charge of 41 crore and 51 crore respectively, towards key managerial personnel.(Refer to note 2.11) Stock compensation expense for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 include reversal of expense on account of resignation.

 

(2)Does not include post-employment benefit based on actuarial valuation as this is done for the Company as a whole.

 

2.23 SEGMENT REPORTING

 

The Company publishes this financial statement along with the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. In accordance with Ind AS 108, Operating Segments, the Company has disclosed the segment information in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Nandan M. Nilekani
Chairman
Salil Parekh
Chief Executive Officer
and Managing Director
D. Sundaram
Director
     
Nilanjan Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Jayesh Sanghrajka
Executive Vice President and
Deputy Chief Financial Officer
A.G.S. Manikantha
Company Secretary
     
Bengaluru
January 12, 2023
   

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.10
Ind AS Consolidated

 

 

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF INFOSYS LIMITED

Report on the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

Opinion

 

We have audited the accompanying interim condensed consolidated financial statements of INFOSYS LIMITED (the “Company”), and its subsidiaries (the Company and its subsidiaries together referred to as the “Group”), which comprise the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as at December 31, 2022, the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss (including Other Comprehensive Income) for the three months and nine months ended on that date, the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity and the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the nine months ended on that date, and a summary of the significant accounting policies and other explanatory information (hereinafter referred to as the “interim condensed consolidated financial statements”).

 

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the aforesaid interim condensed consolidated financial statements give a true and fair view in conformity with the Indian Accounting Standard 34 “Interim Financial Reporting” (“Ind AS 34”) prescribed under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the “Act”), read with relevant rules issued thereunder and other accounting principles generally accepted in India, of the consolidated state of affairs of the Group as at December 31, 2022, the consolidated profit and consolidated total comprehensive income for the three months and nine months ended on that date, changes in equity and its cash flows for the nine months ended on that date.

 

Basis for Opinion

 

We conducted our audit of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements in accordance with the Standards on Auditing (“SA”s) specified under section 143 (10) of the Act. Our responsibilities under those Standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements section of our report. We are independent of the Group in accordance with the Code of Ethics issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (“ICAI”) together with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements under the provisions of the Act and the Rules made thereunder, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements and the ICAI’s Code of Ethics. We believe that the audit evidence obtained by us is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

Management’s Responsibilities for the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

The Company’s Board of Directors is responsible for the preparation and presentation of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements that give a true and fair view of the consolidated financial position, consolidated financial performance, consolidated total comprehensive income, consolidated changes in equity and consolidated cash flows of the Group in accordance with Ind AS 34 and other accounting principles generally accepted in India. The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for maintenance of the adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Group and for preventing and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial controls, that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the preparation and presentation of the respective interim financial statements that give a true and fair view and are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error which have been used for the purpose of preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements by the Directors of the Company, as aforesaid.

 

In preparing the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, the respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are responsible for assessing the ability of the respective entities to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the respective Boards of Directors either intend to liquidate their own respective entities or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

 

The respective Boards of Directors of the companies included in the Group are also responsible for overseeing the financial reporting process of the Group.

 

Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the interim condensed consolidated financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with SAs will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As part of an audit in accordance with SAs, we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

 

·Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
·Obtain an understanding of internal financial controls relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on effectiveness of the Company’s internal financial controls.
·Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.
·Conclude on the appropriateness of management’s use of the going concern basis of accounting and, based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the Group to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor’s report to the related disclosures in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor’s report. However, future events or conditions may cause the Group to cease to continue as a going concern.
·Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the interim condensed consolidated financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
·Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities within the Group to express an opinion on the interim condensed consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the audit of financial statements of such entities included in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of which we are the independent auditors.

 

Materiality is the magnitude of misstatements in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements that, individually or in aggregate, makes it probable that the economic decisions of a reasonably knowledgeable user of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements may be influenced. We consider quantitative materiality and qualitative factors in (i) planning the scope of our audit work and in evaluating the results of our work; and (ii) to evaluate the effect of any identified misstatements in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

We communicate with those charged with governance of the Company and such other entities included in the interim condensed consolidated financial statements of which we are the independent auditors regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

 

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

 

Place: Bengaluru

Date: January 12, 2023

For DELOITTE HASKINS & SELLS LLP

Chartered Accountants

(Firm's Registration No. 117366W/W-100018)

 

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

(Membership No.039826)

UDIN: 23039826BGXRXW3919

 

 

 

 

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements under Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022

 

Index
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
Overview and Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Overview
1.1 Company overview
1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements
1.3 Basis of consolidation
1.4 Use of estimates and judgments
1.5 Critical accounting estimates and judgments
2. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
2.1 Business Combinations
2.2 Property, plant and equipment
2.3 Goodwill and intangible assets
2.4 Investments
2.5 Loans
2.6 Other financial assets
2.7 Trade receivables
2.8 Cash and cash equivalents
2.9 Other assets
2.10 Financial instruments
2.11 Equity
2.12 Other financial liabilities
2.13 Other liabilities
2.14 Provisions
2.15 Income taxes
2.16 Revenue from operations
2.17 Other income, net
2.18 Expenses
2.19 Leases
2.20 Basic and diluted shares used in computing earnings per equity share
2.21 Contingent liabilities and commitments
2.22 Related party transactions
2.23 Segment reporting
2.24 Function wise classification of Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

(In crore )

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as at Note No. December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
ASSETS      
Non-current assets      
Property, plant and equipment 2.2  13,067  13,075
Right-of-use assets 2.19  6,480  4,823
Capital work-in-progress    236  416
Goodwill 2.3  7,247  6,195
Other intangible assets    1,836  1,707
Financial assets      
Investments 2.4  12,386  13,651
Loans 2.5  44  34
Other financial assets 2.6  2,507  1,460
Deferred tax assets (net)    1,157  1,212
Income tax assets (net)    6,319  6,098
Other non-current assets 2.9  2,271  2,029
Total non-current assets    53,550  50,700
Current assets      
Financial assets      
Investments 2.4  8,730  6,673
Trade receivables 2.7  27,660  22,698
Cash and cash equivalents 2.8  11,587  17,472
Loans 2.5  278  248
Other financial assets 2.6  10,830  8,727
Income tax assets (net)      54
Other Current assets 2.9  13,331  11,313
Total current assets    72,416  67,185
Total assets    125,966  117,885
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES      
Equity      
Equity share capital 2.11  2,086  2,098
Other equity    72,206  73,252
Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company    74,292  75,350
Non-controlling interests    381  386
Total equity    74,673  75,736
Liabilities      
Non-current liabilities      
Financial Liabilities      
Lease liabilities 2.19  6,577  4,602
Other financial liabilities 2.12  1,901  2,337
Deferred tax liabilities (net)    1,059  1,156
Other non-current liabilities 2.13  551  451
Total non-current liabilities    10,088  8,546
Current liabilities      
Financial Liabilities      
Lease liabilities 2.19  1,143  872
Trade payables    4,788  4,134
Other financial liabilities 2.12  19,518  15,837
Other current liabilities 2.13  11,171  9,178
Provisions 2.14  1,417  975
Income tax liabilities (net)    3,168  2,607
Total current liabilities    41,205  33,603
Total equity and liabilities    125,966  117,885

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

D. Sundaram

Director

       
 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

(In crore, except equity share and per equity share data)

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss for the Note No. Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue from operations 2.16  38,318  31,867  109,326  89,365
Other income, net 2.17  769  512  2,030  1,658
Total income    39,087  32,379  111,356  91,023
Expenses          
Employee benefit expenses 2.18  20,272  16,355  58,048  47,328
Cost of technical sub-contractors    3,343  3,511  10,946  9,019
Travel expenses    360  221  1,099  518
Cost of software packages and others 2.18  3,085  1,861  8,017  4,543
Communication expenses    183  147  542  441
Consultancy and professional charges    401  520  1,296  1,364
Depreciation and amortization expenses    1,125  899  3,104  2,586
Finance cost    80  53  202  150
Other expenses 2.18  1,307  869  3,246  2,507
Total expenses    30,156  24,436  86,500  68,456
Profit before tax    8,931  7,943  24,856  22,567
Tax expense:          
Current tax 2.15  2,195  2,063  7,027  5,986
Deferred tax 2.15  150  58  (145)  130
Profit for the period    6,586  5,822  17,974  16,451
Other comprehensive income          
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net    29  (53)  (17)  (72)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net    1    8  41
     30  (53)  (9)  (31)
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net    (57)  (7)  (43)  4
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations    676  (33)  715  91
Fair value changes on investments, net    48  (77)  (298)  16
     667  (117)  374  111
Total other comprehensive income /(loss), net of tax    697  (170)  365  80
Total comprehensive income for the period    7,283  5,652  18,339  16,531
Profit attributable to:          
Owners of the Company    6,586  5,809  17,967  16,425
Non-controlling interests      13  7  26
     6,586  5,822  17,974  16,451
Total comprehensive income attributable to:          
Owners of the Company    7,268  5,640  18,322  16,506
Non-controlling interests    15  12  17  25
     7,283  5,652  18,339  16,531
Earnings per Equity share          
Equity shares of par value 5/- each          
Basic ()    15.72  13.86  42.85  38.96
Diluted ()    15.70  13.83  42.79  38.88
Weighted average equity shares used in computing earnings per equity share 2.20        
Basic (in shares)    4,190,550,470  4,190,865,711  4,192,969,201  4,215,373,286
Diluted (in shares)    4,195,924,920  4,198,923,902  4,199,312,062  4,224,009,404

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

D. Sundaram

Director

       
 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity

(In crore)

Particulars OTHER EQUITY
    RESERVES & SURPLUS Other comprehensive income      
  Equity Share capital (1) Capital reserve Capital redemption reserve Securities Premium Retained earnings General reserve Share Options Outstanding Account Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve (2) Other reserves (3) Equity instruments through other comprehensive income Exchange differences on translating the financial statements of a foreign operation Effective portion of Cash Flow Hedges Other items of other comprehensive income / (loss) Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company Non-controlling interest Total equity
Balance as at April 1, 2021  2,124  54  111  600  62,643  2,715  372  6,385  6  158  1,331  10  (158)  76,351  431  76,782
Changes in equity for the nine months ended December 31, 2021                                
Profit for the period          16,425                  16,425  26  16,451
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*                          (72)  (72)    (72)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*                    41        41    41
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*                        4    4    4
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations                      92      92  (1)  91
Fair value changes on investments, net*                          16  16    16
Total Comprehensive income for the period          16,425          41  92  4  (56)  16,506  25  16,531
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to Note 2.11)  1      13                    14    14
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to Note 2.11)              285              285    285
Transfer on account of options not exercised            1  (1)                  
Buyback of equity shares (Refer to Note 2.11)**  (28)      (640)  (8,822)  (1,603)                (11,093)    (11,093)
Transaction costs relating to buyback*            (26)                (26)    (26)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback      28      (28)                    
Transfer to legal reserve          (9)        9              
Transferred on account of exercise of stock options        101      (101)                  
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options        3      16              19    19
Dividends (1)          (12,655)                  (12,655)    (12,655)
Dividends paid to non controlling interest of subsidiary                              (79)  (79)
Transferred to Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve          (2,244)      2,244                
Transferred from Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve on utilization          633      (633)                
Balance as at December 31, 2021  2,097  54  139  77  55,971  1,059  571  7,996  15  199  1,423  14  (214)  69,401  377  69,778

 

(In crore)

Particulars   OTHER EQUITY      
    RESERVES & SURPLUS Other comprehensive income      
  Equity Share capital (1) Capital reserve Capital redemption reserve Securities Premium Retained earnings General reserve Share Options Outstanding Account Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve (2) Other reserves (3) Equity instruments through other comprehensive income Exchange differences on translating the financial statements of a foreign operation Effective portion of Cash Flow Hedges Other items of other comprehensive income / (loss) Total equity attributable to equity holders of the Company Non-controlling interest Total equity
Balance as at April 1, 2022  2,098  54  139  200  61,313  1,061  606  8,339  16  254  1,560  2  (292)  75,350  386  75,736
Impact on adoption of amendment to Ind AS 37#          (19)                  (19)    (19)
   2,098  54  139  200  61,294  1,061  606  8,339  16  254  1,560  2  (292)  75,331  386  75,717
Changes in equity for the nine months ended December 31, 2022                                
Profit for the period          17,967                  17,967  7  17,974
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net*                          (17)  (17)    (17)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net*                    8        8    8
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net*                        (43)    (43)    (43)
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations                      705      705  10  715
Fair value changes on investments, net*                          (298)  (298)    (298)
Total Comprehensive income for the period          17,967          8  705  (43)  (315)  18,322  17  18,339
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options (Refer to Note 2.11)  1      22                    23    23
Employee stock compensation expense (Refer to Note 2.11)              382              382    382
Transferred to legal reserve          (3)        3              
Transferred on account of exercise of stock options        191      (191)                  
Transferred on account of options not exercised            2  (2)                  
Buyback of equity shares (Refer to Note 2.11)**  (13)      (332)  (5,820)                  (6,165)    (6,165)
Transaction costs relating to buyback*        (17)  (1)                  (18)    (18)
Amount transferred to capital redemption reserve upon buyback      11    (2)  (9)                    
Income tax benefit arising on exercise of stock options              49              49    49
Dividends (1)          (13,632)                  (13,632)    (13,632)
Dividends paid to non controlling interest of subsidiary                              (22)  (22)
Transferred to Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve          (2,575)      2,575                
Transferred from Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve on utilization          869      (869)                
Balance as at December 31, 2022  2,086  54  150  64  58,097  1,054  844  10,045  19  262  2,265  (41)  (607)  74,292  381  74,673

 



 

*Net of tax

 

**Including tax on buyback of 1,165 crore and 1,893 crore for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 respectively.

 

#Impact on account of adoption of amendment to Ind AS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingents Assets
(1)Net of treasury shares

 

(2)The Special Economic Zone Re-investment Reserve has been created out of the profit of eligible SEZ units in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA(1)(ii) of Income Tax Act, 1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Group for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in the terms of the Sec 10AA(2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

(3)Under the Swiss Code of Obligation, few subsidiaries of Infosys Lodestone are required to appropriate a certain percentage of the annual profit to legal reserve which may be used only to cover losses or for measures designed to sustain the Company through difficult times, to prevent unemployment or to mitigate its consequences.

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

As per our report of even date attached

 

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

D. Sundaram

Director

       
 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

 

Accounting policy

 

Cash flows are reported using the indirect method, whereby profit for the period is adjusted for the effects of transactions of a non-cash nature, any deferrals or accruals of past or future operating cash receipts or payments and item of income or expenses associated with investing or financing cash flows. The cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities of the Group are segregated. The Group considers all highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash to be cash equivalents.

 

(In crore)

Particulars Note No. Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021
Cash flow from operating activities      
Profit for the period    17,974  16,451
Adjustments to reconcile net profit to net cash provided by operating activities:      
Income tax expense 2.15  6,882  6,116
Depreciation and amortization    3,104  2,586
Interest and dividend income    (1,388)  (1,228)
Finance cost    202  150
Impairment loss recognized / (reversed) under expected credit loss model    197  141
Exchange differences on translation of assets and liabilities, net    373  31
Stock compensation expense    386  302
Other adjustments    677  143
Changes in assets and liabilities      
Trade receivables and unbilled revenue    (7,350)  (6,069)
Loans, other financial assets and other assets    (2,435)  (1,464)
Trade payables    644  1,118
Other financial liabilities, other liabilities and provisions    3,263  5,128
Cash generated from operations    22,529  23,405
Income taxes paid    (6,615)  (5,763)
Net cash generated by operating activities    15,914  17,642
Cash flows from investing activities      
Expenditure on property, plant and equipment and intangibles    (1,805)  (1,533)
Deposits placed with corporation    (904)  (786)
Redemption of deposits placed with Corporation    671  629
Interest and dividend received    1,267  1,554
Payment towards acquisition of business, net of cash acquired 2.1  (910)  
Payment of contingent consideration pertaining to acquisition of business    (60)  (53)
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback    (592)  (420)
Redemption of escrow and other deposits pertaining to Buyback      420
Other receipts    57  53
Other payments      (22)
Payments to acquire Investments      
Tax free bonds and government bonds    (13)
Liquid mutual funds    (54,567)  (39,805)
Certificates of deposit    (6,794)  (1,473)
Commercial paper    (2,338)  
Non-convertible debentures    (249)  (1,216)
Government securities    (1,569)  (2,300)
Others    (18)  (24)
Proceeds on sale of Investments      
Tax free bonds and government bonds    13  
Liquid mutual funds    53,546  38,903
Certificates of deposit    7,605  500
Commercial paper    1,300  
Non-convertible debentures    295  2,076
Government securities    1,882  1,452
Equity and preference securities    99  
Others      9
Net cash (used in) / generated from investing activities    (3,084)  (2,036)
Cash flows from financing activities:      
Payment of lease liabilities    (866)  (644)
Payment of dividends    (13,633)  (12,655)
Payment of dividend to non-controlling interest of subsidiary    (22)  (79)
Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options    23  14
Other receipts    121  209
Other payments    (360)  (22)
Buyback of equity shares including transaction cost and tax on buyback    (3,928)  (11,125)
Net cash used in financing activities    (18,665)  (24,302)
Net increase / (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents    (5,835)  (8,696)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents    (50)  (75)
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period 2.8  17,472  24,714
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 2.8  11,587  15,943
Supplementary information:      
Restricted cash balance 2.8  384  490

 

The accompanying notes form an integral part of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements

 

As per our report of even date attached

for Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Chartered Accountants

Firm’s Registration No :

117366W/ W-100018

 

Sanjiv V. Pilgaonkar

Partner

Membership No. 039826

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

D. Sundaram

Director

       
 

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

 

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023

 

 

X5AO

 

INFOSYS LIMITED AND SUBSIDIARIES

 

Overview and notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

1. Overview

 

1.1 Company overview

 

Infosys Limited ('the Company' or Infosys) provides consulting, technology, outsourcing and next-generation digital services, to enable clients to execute strategies for their digital transformation. Infosys strategic objective is to build a sustainable organization that remains relevant to the agenda of clients, while creating growth opportunities for employees and generating profitable returns for investors. Infosys strategy is to be a navigator for our clients as they ideate, plan and execute on their journey to a digital future.

Infosys together with its subsidiaries and controlled trusts is hereinafter referred to as 'the Group'.

 

The Company is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in India and has its registered office at Electronics city, Hosur Road, Bengaluru 560100, Karnataka, India. The Company has its primary listings on the BSE Ltd. and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The Company’s American Depositary Shares (ADS) representing equity shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).

 

The Group's interim condensed consolidated financial statements are approved for issue by the Company's Board of Directors on January 12, 2023.

 

1.2 Basis of preparation of financial statements

 

These interim condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standard (Ind AS) 34 Interim Financial Reporting , under the historical cost convention on accrual basis except for certain financial instruments which are measured at fair values, the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 ('the Act') (to the extent notified) and guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). Accordingly, these interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all the information required for a complete set of financial statements. These interim condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes included in the Company’s Annual Report for the year ended March 31, 2022. The Ind AS are prescribed under Section 133 of the Act read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules issued thereafter.

 

Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.

 

As the quarter and year-to-date figures are taken from the source and rounded to the nearest digits, the quarter figures in this statement added up to the figures reported for the previous quarters might not always add up to the year-to-date figures reported in this statement.

 

1.3 Basis of consolidation

 

Infosys consolidates entities which it owns or controls. The interim condensed consolidated financial statements comprise the financial statements of the Company, its controlled trusts and its subsidiaries. Control exists when the parent has power over the entity, is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns by using its power over the entity. Power is demonstrated through existing rights that give the ability to direct relevant activities, those which significantly affect the entity's returns. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the date control commences until the date control ceases.

 

The financial statements of the Group companies are consolidated on a line-by-line basis and intra-group balances and transactions including unrealized gain / loss from such transactions are eliminated upon consolidation. These financial statements are prepared by applying uniform accounting policies in use at the Group. Non-controlling interests which represent part of the net profit or loss and net assets of subsidiaries that are not, directly or indirectly, owned or controlled by the Company, are excluded.

 

1.4 Use of estimates and judgments

 

The preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements in conformity with Ind AS requires the Management to make estimates, judgments and assumptions. These estimates, judgments and assumptions affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the interim condensed consolidated financial statements and reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the period. The application of accounting policies that require critical accounting estimates involving complex and subjective judgments and the use of assumptions in these financial statements have been disclosed in Note no. 1.5. Accounting estimates could change from period to period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Appropriate changes in estimates are made as Management becomes aware of changes in circumstances surrounding the estimates. Changes in estimates and judgements are reflected in the financial statements in the period in which changes are made and, if material, their effects are disclosed in the notes to the interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

 

1.5 Critical accounting estimates and judgments

 

a. Revenue recognition

 

The Group’s contracts with customers include promises to transfer multiple products and services to a customer. Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved, in writing, by the parties to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. The Group assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. Identification of distinct performance obligations to determine the deliverables and the ability of the customer to benefit independently from such deliverables, and allocation of transaction price to these distinct performance obligations involves significant judgment.

 

Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period. Revenue from fixed price maintenance contract is recognized ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and the Group’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of the contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. The use of method to recognize the maintenance revenues requires judgment and is based on the promises in the contract and nature of the deliverables.

 

The Group uses the percentage-of-completion method in accounting for other fixed-price contracts. Use of the percentage-of-completion method requires the Group to determine the actual efforts or costs expended to date as a proportion of the estimated total efforts or costs to be incurred. Efforts or costs expended have been used to measure progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. The estimation of total efforts or costs involves significant judgment and is assessed throughout the period of the contract to reflect any changes based on the latest available information.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Group is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Group is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the Group first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Group considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore, is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

b. Income taxes

 

The Group's two major tax jurisdictions are India and the United States, though the Company also files tax returns in other overseas jurisdictions.

Significant judgments are involved in determining the provision for income taxes, including amount expected to be paid / recovered for uncertain tax positions.

 

In assessing the realizability of deferred income tax assets, the Management considers whether some portion or all of the deferred income tax assets will not be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred income tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which the temporary differences become deductible. Management considers the scheduled reversals of deferred income tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies in making this assessment. Based on the level of historical taxable income and projections for future taxable income over the periods in which the deferred income tax assets are deductible, the Management believes that the Group will realize the benefits of those deductible differences. The amount of the deferred income tax assets considered realizable, however, could be reduced in the near term if estimates of future taxable income during the carry forward period are reduced (Refer to Notes 2.15 and 2.21).

 

c. Business combinations and intangible assets

 

Business combinations are accounted for using Ind AS 103, Business Combinations. Ind AS 103 requires the identifiable intangible assets and contingent consideration to be fair valued in order to ascertain the net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquiree. Estimates are required to be made in determining the value of contingent consideration, value of option arrangements and intangible assets. These valuations are conducted by external valuation experts. These measurements are based on information available at the acquisition date and are based on expectations and assumptions that have been deemed reasonable by the Management (Refer to Note 2.1).

 

d. Property, plant and equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment represent a significant proportion of the asset base of the Group. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The useful lives and residual values of Group's assets are determined by the Management at the time the asset is acquired and reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology (Refer to Note 2.2).

 

e. Impairment of Goodwill

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis and whenever there is an indication that the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit (CGUs) is less than its carrying amount. For the impairment test, goodwill is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition and which represent the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes.

 

The recoverable amount of CGUs is determined based on higher of value-in-use and fair value less cost to sell. Key assumptions in the cash flow projections are prepared based on current economic conditions and comprises estimated long term growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimated operating margins (Refer to Note 2.3).

 

2. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

 

2.1 BUSINESS COMBINATIONS

 

Accounting policy

 

Business combinations have been accounted for using the acquisition method under the provisions of Ind AS 103, Business Combinations.

 

The purchase price in an acquisition is measured at the fair value of the assets transferred, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the date of acquisition, which is the date on which control is transferred to the Group. The purchase price also includes the fair value of any contingent consideration. Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities and contingent liabilities assumed in a business combination are measured initially at their fair value on the date of acquisition. Contingent consideration is remeasured at fair value at each reporting date and changes in the fair value of the contingent consideration are recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

The interest of non-controlling shareholders is initially measured either at fair value or at the non-controlling interests’ proportionate share of the acquiree’s identifiable net assets. The choice of measurement basis is made on an acquisition-by-acquisition basis. Subsequent to acquisition, the carrying amount of non-controlling interests is the amount of those interests at initial recognition plus the non-controlling interests’ share of subsequent changes in equity of subsidiaries.

 

Business combinations between entities under common control is accounted for at carrying value of the assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the Group's consolidated financial statements.

 

The payments related to options issued by the Group over the non-controlling interests in its subsidiaries are accounted as financial liabilities and initially recognized at the estimated present value of gross obligations. Such options are subsequently measured at fair value in order to reflect the amount payable under the option at the date at which it becomes exercisable. In the event that the option expires unexercised, the liability is derecognized.

 

Transaction costs that the Group incurs in connection with a business combination such as finder’s fees, legal fees, due diligence fees, and other professional and consulting fees are expensed as incurred.

 

Acquisition

 

Oddity

 

On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd ) acquired 100% voting interests in oddity GmbH, oddity group services GmbH, oddity space GmbH, oddity jungle GmbH, oddity code GmbH and oddity waves GmbH (collectively known as oddity), Germany-based digital marketing, experience, and commerce agency. This acquisition is expected to strengthen the Group's creative, branding and experience design capabilities in Germany and across Europe.

 

The purchase price is allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based upon determination of fair values at the date of acquisition as follows:

(In crore)

Component Acquiree's carrying amount Fair value adjustments Purchase price allocated
Net Assets(1)  49    49
Intangible assets –      
Customer contracts and relationships#    99  99
Deferred tax liabilities on intangible assets    (30)  (30)
Total  49  69  118
Goodwill      178
Total purchase price      296

 

(1)Includes cash and cash equivalents acquired of 21 crore.

 

#The estimated useful life is around 5 years

 

The excess of the purchase consideration paid over the fair value of assets acquired has been attributed to goodwill. The primary items that generated this goodwill are the value of the acquired assembled workforce and estimated synergies neither of which qualify as an intangible asset.

 

Goodwill is not tax-deductible.

 

The purchase consideration of 296 crore includes cash of 251 crore and contingent consideration with an estimated fair value of 45 crore as on the date of acquisition.

 

At the acquisition date, the key inputs used in determination of the fair value of contingent consideration are the probabilities assigned towards achievement of financial targets and discount rate of 12.5%. The undiscounted value of contingent consideration as of December 31, 2022 was 57 crore. Additionally, these acquisition have retention bonus payable to the employees of the acquiree over three years, subject to their continuous employment with the Group along with achievement of financial targets for the respective years. Bonus is recognized in employee benefit expenses in the Statement of Profit and Loss over the period of service.

 

Fair value of trade receivables acquired, is 39 crore as of acquisition date and as of December 31, 2022 the amounts are fully collected.

 

The transaction costs of 4 crore related to the acquisition have been included under administrative expenses of Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss for the quarter ended June 30, 2022.

 

BASE life science A/S

 

On September 01, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% voting interests in BASE life science A/S, a consulting and technology firm in the life sciences industry in Europe. This acquisition is expected to augment the Group's life sciences expertise, scale its digital transformation capabilities with cloud based industry solutions and expand its presence in Nordics region and across Europe.

 

The purchase price allocated to assets acquired and liabilities assumed based upon determination of fair values at the date of acquisition as follows:

 

(In crore)

Component Acquiree's carrying amount Fair value adjustments Purchase price allocated
Net Assets(1)  54    54
Intangible assets –      
Customer contracts and relationships#    175  175
 Vendor relationships#    30  30
Brand#    24  24
Deferred tax liabilities on intangible assets    (50)  (50)
Total  54  179  233
Goodwill      452
Total purchase price      685

 

(1)Includes cash and cash equivalents acquired of 5 crore.

 

#Useful lives are estimated to be in the range of 1 to 6 years

 

The excess of the purchase consideration paid over the fair value of assets acquired has been attributed to goodwill. The primary items that generated this goodwill are the value of the acquired assembled workforce and estimated synergies, neither of which qualify as an intangible asset.

 

Goodwill is not tax-deductible.

 

Additionally, this acquisition has shareholder and employee retention payouts payable to the employees of the acquiree over three years, subject to their continuous employment with the group. Performance and retention bonus is recognized in employee benefit expenses in the Statement of Comprehensive Income over the period of service.

 

Fair value of trade receivables acquired, is 72 crore as of acquisition date and as of December 31, 2022 the amounts are substantially collected.

 

The transaction costs of 3 crore related to the acquisition have been included under administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.

 

2.2 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

 

Accounting policy

 

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any. Costs directly attributable to acquisition are capitalized until the property, plant and equipment are ready for use, as intended by the Management. The charge in respect of periodic depreciation is derived at after determining an estimate of an asset’s expected useful life and the expected residual value at the end of its life. The Group depreciates property, plant and equipment over their estimated useful lives using the straight-line method. The estimated useful lives of assets are as follows:

 

Buildings (1) 22-25 years
Plant and machinery (1)(2) 5 years
Office equipment 5 years
Computer equipment (1) 3-5 years
Furniture and fixtures (1) 5 years
Vehicles(1) 5 years
Leasehold improvements Lower of useful life of the asset or lease term

 

(1)Based on technical evaluation, the Management believes that the useful lives as given above best represent the period over which the Management expects to use these assets. Hence, the useful lives for these assets is different from the useful lives as prescribed under Part C of Schedule II of the Companies Act 2013

 

(2)Includes Solar plant with a useful life of 20 years

 

Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed periodically, including at each financial year end. The useful lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events, which may impact their life, such as changes in technology.

 

Advances paid towards the acquisition of property, plant and equipment outstanding at each Balance Sheet date is classified as capital advances under other non-current assets and the cost of assets not ready to use before such date are disclosed under ‘Capital work-in-progress’. Subsequent expenditures relating to property, plant and equipment is capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Group and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. Repairs and maintenance costs are recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss when incurred. The cost and related accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the financial statements upon sale or retirement of the asset and the resultant gains or losses are recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

Impairment

 

Property, plant and equipment are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the three months ended December 31, 2022 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Land - Freehold Buildings (1) Plant and machinery Office Equipment Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2022  1,431  11,328  3,276  1,435  8,897  2,359  1,306  44  30,076
Additions - Business Combination (Refer to Note 2.1)                  
Additions    165  89  32  348  100  31    765
Deletions**      (1)  (6)  (393)  (17)  (1)    (418)
Translation difference    37  4  5  43  8  17    114
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,431  11,530  3,368  1,466  8,895  2,450  1,353  44  30,537
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2022    (4,308)  (2,473)  (1,177)  (6,360)  (1,871)  (930)  (38)  (17,157)
Depreciation    (109)  (70)  (32)  (343)  (61)  (49)  (1)  (665)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions**        6  392  17  1    416
Translation difference    (8)  (4)  (3)  (28)  (7)  (14)    (64)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (4,425)  (2,547)  (1,206)  (6,339)  (1,922)  (992)  (39)  (17,470)
Carrying value as at October 1, 2022  1,431  7,020  803  258  2,537  488  376  6  12,919
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,431  7,105  821  260  2,556  528  361  5  13,067

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the three months ended December 31, 2021 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Land - Freehold Buildings (1) Plant and machinery Office Equipment Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at October 1, 2021  1,412  11,047  3,431  1,403  7,834  2,232  1,229  44  28,632
Additions  18  60  63  14  338  24  9    526
Deletions*      (45)  (4)  (138)  (5)  (36)    (228)
Translation difference    16  1  1  (1)  1  3    21
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,430  11,123  3,450  1,414  8,033  2,252  1,205  44  28,951
Accumulated depreciation as at October 1, 2021    (3,884)  (2,540)  (1,095)  (5,693)  (1,680)  (792)  (35)  (15,719)
Depreciation    (105)  (64)  (30)  (274)  (54)  (45)  (1)  (573)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      26  4  138  4  26    198
Translation difference    (4)    (2)  (1)  (1)      (8)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (3,993)  (2,578)  (1,123)  (5,830)  (1,731)  (811)  (36)  (16,102)
Carrying value as at October 1, 2021  1,412  7,163  891  308  2,141  552  437  9  12,913
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,430  7,130  872  291  2,203  521  394  8  12,849

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Land - Freehold Buildings (1) Plant and machinery Office Equipment Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2022  1,431  11,224  3,210  1,427  8,527  2,278  1,234  44  29,375
Additions - Business Combination (Refer to Note 2.1)        5  6  1  2    14
Additions    308  164  67  1,016  202  117  1  1,875
Deletions**      (7)  (36)  (686)  (37)  (12)  (1)  (779)
Translation difference    (2)  1  3  32  6  12    52
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,431  11,530  3,368  1,466  8,895  2,450  1,353  44  30,537
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2022    (4,100)  (2,344)  (1,150)  (6,034)  (1,779)  (856)  (37)  (16,300)
Depreciation    (325)  (208)  (90)  (968)  (174)  (139)  (3)  (1,907)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions**      6  36  685  37  12  1  777
Translation difference      (1)  (2)  (22)  (6)  (9)    (40)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2022    (4,425)  (2,547)  (1,206)  (6,339)  (1,922)  (992)  (39)  (17,470)
Carrying value as at April 1, 2022  1,431  7,124  866  277  2,493  499  378  7  13,075
Carrying value as at December 31, 2022  1,431  7,105  821  260  2,556  528  361  5  13,067

 

** During the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of 275 crore (net book value: Nil) and 504 crore (net book value: Nil), respectively were retired.

 

The changes in the carrying value of property, plant and equipment for the nine months ended December 31, 2021 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Land - Freehold Buildings (1) Plant and machinery Office Equipment Computer equipment Furniture and fixtures Leasehold Improvements Vehicles Total
Gross carrying value as at April 1, 2021  1,399  10,565  3,296  1,371  7,639  2,149  1,188  44  27,651
Additions  31  515  197  53  982  112  55    1,945
Deletions*      (47)  (12)  (595)  (12)  (46)    (712)
Translation difference    43  4  2  7  3  8    67
Gross carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,430  11,123  3,450  1,414  8,033  2,252  1,205  44  28,951
Accumulated depreciation as at April 1, 2021    (3,675)  (2,425)  (1,043)  (5,636)  (1,580)  (700)  (32)  (15,091)
Depreciation    (311)  (179)  (90)  (782)  (159)  (141)  (4)  (1,666)
Accumulated depreciation on deletions*      28  12  595  11  36    682
Translation difference    (7)  (2)  (2)  (7)  (3)  (6)    (27)
Accumulated depreciation as at December 31, 2021    (3,993)  (2,578)  (1,123)  (5,830)  (1,731)  (811)  (36)  (16,102)
Carrying value as at April 1, 2021  1,399  6,890  871  328  2,003  569  488  12  12,560
Carrying value as at December 31, 2021  1,430  7,130  872  291  2,203  521  394  8  12,849

 

*During the three months ended and nine months ended December 31, 2021, certain assets which were old and not in use having gross book value of 54 crore (net book value: Nil) and 316 crore ( net book value: Nil) respectively, were retired.

 

(1)Buildings include 250/- being the value of five shares of 50/- each in Mittal Towers Premises Co-operative Society Limited.

 

The aggregate depreciation has been included under depreciation and amortization expense in the interim condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

2.3 GOODWILL AND INTANGIBLE ASSETS

 

2.3.1 Goodwill

 

Accounting policy

 

Goodwill represents the purchase consideration in excess of the Group's interest in the net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities of the acquired entity. When the net fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired exceeds purchase consideration, the fair value of net assets acquired is reassessed and the bargain purchase gain is recognized in capital reserve. Goodwill is measured at cost less accumulated impairment losses.

 

Impairment

 

Goodwill is tested for impairment on an annual basis and whenever there is an indication that the recoverable amount of a cash generating unit (CGU) is less than its carrying amount. For the impairment test, goodwill is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition and which represents the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes. A CGU is the smallest identifiable group of assets that generates cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or group of assets. Impairment occurs when the carrying amount of a CGU including the goodwill, exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the CGU. The recoverable amount of a CGU is the higher of its fair value less cost to sell and its value-in-use. Value-in-use is the present value of future cash flows expected to be derived from the CGU. Key assumptions in the cash flow projections are prepared based on current economic conditions and includes estimated long term growth rates, weighted average cost of capital and estimated operating margins.

 

Total impairment loss of a CGU is allocated first to reduce the carrying amount of goodwill allocated to the CGU and then to the other assets of the CGU pro-rata on the basis of the carrying amount of each asset in the CGU. An impairment loss on goodwill is recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss and is not reversed in the subsequent period.

 

Following is a summary of changes in the carrying amount of goodwill:

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Carrying value at the beginning  6,195  6,079
Goodwill on acquisitions (Refer to Note 2.1)  630  
Translation differences  422  116
Carrying value at the end  7,247  6,195

 

For the purpose of impairment testing, goodwill acquired in a business combination is allocated to the CGU or groups of CGUs, which benefit from the synergies of the acquisition.

 

2.3.2 Intangible Assets

 

Accounting policy

 

Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment. Intangible assets are amortized over their respective individual estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis, from the date that they are available for use. The estimated useful life of an identifiable intangible asset is based on a number of factors including the effects of obsolescence, demand, competition, and other economic factors (such as the stability of the industry, and known technological advances) and the level of maintenance expenditures required to obtain the expected future cash flows from the asset. Amortization methods and useful lives are reviewed periodically including at each financial year end.

 

Research costs are expensed as incurred. Software product development costs are expensed as incurred unless technical and commercial feasibility of the project is demonstrated, future economic benefits are probable, the Group has an intention and ability to complete and use or sell the software and the costs can be measured reliably. The costs which can be capitalized include the cost of material, direct labor, overhead costs that are directly attributable to prepare the asset for its intended use.

 

Impairment

 

Intangible assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the CGU to which the asset belongs.

 

If such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss is measured by the amount by which the carrying value of the assets exceeds the estimated recoverable amount of the asset. An impairment loss is reversed in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. The carrying amount of the asset is increased to its revised recoverable amount, provided that this amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of any accumulated amortization) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior years.

 

 

 

2.4 INVESTMENTS

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current Investments    
Unquoted    
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Preference securities  213  192
Equity instruments  2  2
   215  194
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss    
Preference securities    24
Compulsorily convertible debentures    7
Others (1)  158  152
   158  183
Quoted    
Investments carried at amortized cost    
Government bonds  14  
Tax free bonds  1,743  1,901
   1,757  1,901
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Non convertible debentures  3,002  3,718
Government securities  7,254  7,655
   10,256  11,373
Total non-current investments  12,386  13,651
Current Investments    
Unquoted    
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss    
Liquid mutual fund units  3,165  2,012
   3,165  2,012
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Commercial Paper  1,064  
Certificates of deposit  2,764  3,429
   3,828  3,429
Quoted    
Investments carried at amortized cost    
Government bonds  8  21
Tax free bonds  350  200
   358  221
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    
Non convertible debentures  1,067  495
Government securities  312  516
   1,379  1,011
Total current investments  8,730  6,673
Total investments  21,116  20,324
Aggregate amount of quoted investments  13,750  14,506
Market value of quoted investments (including interest accrued), current  1,773  1,247
Market value of quoted investments (including interest accrued), non current  12,245  13,612
Aggregate amount of unquoted investments  7,366  5,818
Investments carried at amortized cost  2,115  2,122
Investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  15,678  16,007
Investments carried at fair value through profit or loss  3,323  2,195

 

(1)Uncalled capital commitments outstanding as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 was 94 crore and 28 crore, respectively.

 

Refer to Note 2.10 for Accounting policies on Financial Instruments.

 

Method of fair valuation:

(In crore)

Class of investment Method Fair value as at
    December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Liquid mutual fund units Quoted price  3,165  2,012
Tax free bonds and government bonds Quoted price and market observable inputs  2,319  2,447
Non-convertible debentures Quoted price and market observable inputs  4,069  4,213
Government securities Quoted price and market observable inputs  7,566  8,171
Commercial Papers Market observable inputs  1,064  
Certificates of deposit Market observable inputs  2,764  3,429
Unquoted equity and preference securities - carried at fair value through other comprehensive income Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  215  194
Unquoted equity and preference securities - carried at fair value through profit or loss Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model    24
Unquoted compulsorily convertible debentures - carried at fair value through profit or loss Discounted cash flows method    7
Others Discounted cash flows method, Market multiples method, Option pricing model  158  152
Total    21,320  20,649

 

Note: Certain quoted investments are classified as Level 2 in the absence of active market for such investments.

 

2.5 LOANS

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non Current    
Loans considered good - Unsecured    
Other loans    
Loans to employees  44  34
   44  34
Loans credit impaired - Unsecured    
Other loans    
Loans to employees    
Less: Allowance for credit impairment    
     
Total non-current loans  44  34
Current    
Loans considered good - Unsecured    
Other loans    
Loans to employees  278  248
Total current loans  278  248
Total loans  322  282

 

2.6 OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non Current    
Security deposits (1)  46  47
Rental deposits (1)  226  186
Unbilled revenues (1)#  1,137  695
Net investment in sublease of right of use asset (1)  320  322
Restricted deposits (1)*  95  33
Others (1)  683  177
Total non-current other financial assets  2,507  1,460
Current    
Security deposits (1)  10  7
Rental deposits (1)  38  58
Restricted deposits (1)*  2,348  2,177
Unbilled revenues (1)#  7,056  5,659
Interest accrued but not due (1)  382  362
Foreign currency forward and options contracts (2) (3)  87  143
Escrow and other deposits pertaining to buyback (Refer to Note 2.11) (1) **  592  
Net investment in sublease of right of use asset (1)  53  50
Others (1)  264  271
Total current other financial assets  10,830  8,727
Total other financial assets  13,337  10,187
 
(1) Financial assets carried at amortized cost  13,250  10,044
(2) Financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  13  20
(3) Financial assets carried at fair value through profit or loss  74  123

 

*Restricted deposits represent deposits with financial institutions to settle employee-related obligations as and when they arise during the normal course of business.
**Includes 240 crore towards shares purchased but not settled as of December 31, 2022
#Classified as financial asset as right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.

 

2.7 TRADE RECEIVABLES

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
 
Trade Receivable considered good - Unsecured  28,243  23,252
Less: Allowance for expected credit loss  583  554
Trade Receivable considered good - Unsecured  27,660  22,698
 
Trade Receivable - credit impaired - Unsecured  123  113
Less: Allowance for credit impairment  123  113
Trade Receivable - credit impaired - Unsecured    
Total trade receivables  27,660  22,698

 

2.8 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Balances with banks    
In current and deposit accounts  9,349  13,942
Cash on hand    
Others    
Deposits with financial institutions  2,238  3,530
Total cash and cash equivalents  11,587  17,472
Balances with banks in unpaid dividend accounts  35  36
Deposit with more than 12 months maturity  103  1,616
Balances with banks held as margin money deposits against guarantees  1  1

 

Cash and cash equivalents as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 include restricted cash and bank balances of 384 crore and 471 crore respectively. The restrictions are primarily on account of bank balances held by irrevocable trusts controlled by the company and bank balances held as margin money deposits against guarantees.

 

The deposits maintained by the Group with banks and financial institutions comprise of time deposits, which can be withdrawn by the Group at any point without prior notice or penalty on the principal.

 

2.9 OTHER ASSETS

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non Current    
Capital advances  114  88
Advances other than capital advances    
Others    
Withholding taxes and others  685  674
Unbilled revenues #  571  246
Defined benefit plan assets  20  20
Prepaid expenses  147  99
Deferred Contract Cost *    
Cost of obtaining a contract  186  593
Cost of fulfillment  548  309
Total Non-Current other assets  2,271  2,029
 
Current    
Advances other than capital advances    
 Payment to vendors for supply of goods  90  193
Others    
Unbilled revenues #  6,083  5,909
Withholding taxes and others  2,913  1,941
Prepaid expenses  2,784  1,996
Deferred Contract Cost *    
Cost of obtaining a contract  954  858
Cost of fulfillment  165  91
Other receivables  342  325
Total Current other assets  13,331  11,313
Total other assets  15,602  13,342

 

#Classified as non financial asset as the contractual right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

*Includes technology assets taken over by the Group from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Group in accordance with Ind AS 115 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Group has entered into financing arrangements with a third party for these assets. As at December 31, 2022, the financial liability pertaining to such arrangements amounts to 747 crore. During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, 38 crore was settled directly by the third party to the customer on behalf of the Group and accordingly considered as non-cash transaction (Refer to Note 2.12)

 

Withholding taxes and others primarily consist of input tax credits and Cenvat recoverable from Government of India.

 

2.10 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

 

Accounting policy

 

2.10.1 Initial recognition

 

The Group recognizes financial assets and financial liabilities when it becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. All financial assets and liabilities are recognized at fair value on initial recognition, except for trade receivables which are initially measured at transaction price. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, which are not at fair value through profit or loss, are added to the fair value on initial recognition. Regular way purchase and sale of financial assets are accounted for at trade date.

 

2.10.2 Subsequent measurement

 

a. Non-derivative financial instruments

 

(i) Financial assets carried at amortized cost

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at amortized cost if it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold the asset in order to collect contractual cash flows and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

 

(ii) Financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI)

 

A financial asset is subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income if it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. The Group has made an irrevocable election for its investments which are classified as equity instruments to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income based on its business model.

 

(iii) Financial assets carried at fair value through profit or loss

 

A financial asset which is not classified in any of the above categories is subsequently fair valued through profit or loss.

 

(iv) Financial liabilities

 

Financial liabilities are subsequently carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method, except for contingent consideration and financial liability under option arrangements recognized in a business combination which is subsequently measured at fair value through profit or loss.

 

b. Derivative financial instruments

 

The Group holds derivative financial instruments such as foreign exchange forward and option contracts to mitigate the risk of changes in exchange rates on foreign currency exposures. The counterparty for such contracts is generally a bank.

 

(i) Financial assets or financial liabilities, carried at fair value through profit or loss.

 

This category includes derivative financial assets or liabilities which are not designated as hedges.

 

Although the Group believes that these derivatives constitute hedges from an economic perspective, they may not qualify for hedge accounting under Ind AS 109, Financial Instruments. Any derivative that is either not designated as hedge, or is so designated but is ineffective as per Ind AS 109, is categorized as a financial asset or financial liability, at fair value through profit or loss.

 

Derivatives not designated as hedges are recognized initially at fair value and attributable transaction costs are recognized in net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss when incurred. Subsequent to initial recognition, these derivatives are measured at fair value through profit or loss and the resulting exchange gains or losses are included in other income. Assets/ liabilities in this category are presented as current assets/current liabilities if they are either held for trading or are expected to be realized within 12 months after the Balance Sheet date.

 

(ii) Cash flow hedge

 

The Group designates certain foreign exchange forward and options contracts as cash flow hedges to mitigate the risk of foreign exchange exposure on highly probable forecast cash transactions.

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. Any ineffective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized immediately in the net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss. If the hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. If the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated or exercised, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognized in cash flow hedging reserve till the period the hedge was effective remains in cash flow hedging reserve until the forecasted transaction occurs. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, then the amount accumulated in cash flow hedging reserve is reclassified to net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

2.10.3 Derecognition of financial instruments

 

The Group derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire or it transfers the financial asset and the transfer qualifies for derecognition under Ind AS 109. A financial liability (or a part of a financial liability) is derecognized from the Group's Balance Sheet when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged or cancelled or expires.

 

2.10.4 Fair value of financial instruments

 

In determining the fair value of its financial instruments, the Group uses a variety of methods and assumptions that are based on market conditions and risks existing at each reporting date. The methods used to determine fair value include discounted cash flow analysis, available quoted market prices and dealer quotes. All methods of assessing fair value result in general approximation of value, and such value may never actually be realized.

 

Refer to table 'Financial instruments by category' below for the disclosure on carrying value and fair value of financial assets and liabilities. For financial assets and liabilities maturing within one year from the Balance Sheet date and which are not carried at fair value, the carrying amounts approximates fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

2.10.5 Impairment

 

The Group recognizes loss allowances using the expected credit loss (ECL) model for the financial assets and unbilled revenue which are not fair valued through profit or loss. Loss allowance for trade receivables and unbilled revenues with no significant financing component is measured at an amount equal to lifetime ECL. For all other financial assets, ECLs are measured at an amount equal to the 12-month ECL, unless there has been a significant increase in credit risk from initial recognition in which case those are measured at lifetime ECL.

 

The Group determines the allowance for credit losses based on historical loss experience adjusted to reflect current and estimated future economic conditions. The Group considers current and anticipated future economic conditions relating to industries the Group deals with and the countries where it operates.

 

The amount of ECLs (or reversal) that is required to adjust the loss allowance at the reporting date to the amount that is required to be recorded is recognized as an impairment gain or loss in Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

Financial instruments by category

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at December 31, 2022 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Amortized cost Financial assets/ liabilities at
fair value through profit or loss
Financial assets/liabilities at
fair value through OCI
Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon
initial recognition
Mandatory Equity instruments
designated upon
initial recognition
Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to Note 2.8)  11,587          11,587  11,587
Investments (Refer to Note 2.4)              
Equity and preference securities        215    215  215
Tax free bonds and government bonds  2,115          2,115  2,319 (1)
Liquid mutual fund units      3,165      3,165  3,165
Non convertible debentures          4,069  4,069  4,069
Government securities          7,566  7,566  7,566
Commercial Paper          1,064  1,064  1,064
Certificates of deposit          2,764  2,764  2,764
Other investments      158      158  158
Trade receivables (Refer to Note 2.7)  27,660          27,660  27,660
Loans (Refer to Note 2.5)  322          322  322
Other financials assets (Refer to Note 2.6)(3)  13,250    74    13  13,337  13,269 (2)
Total  54,934    3,397  215  15,476  74,022  74,158
Liabilities:              
Trade payables  4,788          4,788  4,788
Lease liabilities (Refer to Note 2.19)  7,720          7,720  7,720
Financial Liability under option arrangements (Refer to Note 2.12)      671      671  671
Other financial liabilities (Refer to Note 2.12)  17,942    286    33  18,261  18,261
Total  30,450    957    33  31,440  31,440

 

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on tax free bonds and government bonds carried at amortized cost of 68 crore
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue on contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

The carrying value and fair value of financial instruments by categories as at March 31, 2022 were as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Amortized cost Financial assets/ liabilities at
fair value through profit or loss
Financial assets/liabilities at
fair value through OCI
Total carrying value Total fair value
    Designated upon
initial recognition
Mandatory Equity instruments
designated upon
initial recognition
Mandatory    
Assets:              
Cash and cash equivalents (Refer to Note 2.8)  17,472          17,472  17,472
Investments (Refer to Note 2.4)              
Equity and preference securities      24  194    218  218
Compulsorily convertible debentures      7      7  7
Tax free bonds and government bonds  2,122          2,122  2,447 (1)
Liquid mutual fund units      2,012      2,012  2,012
Non convertible debentures          4,213  4,213  4,213
Government securities          8,171  8,171  8,171
Certificates of deposit          3,429  3,429  3,429
Other investments      152      152  152
Trade receivables (Refer to Note 2.7)  22,698          22,698  22,698
Loans (Refer to Note 2.5)  282          282  282
Other financials assets (Refer to Note 2.6)(3)  10,044    123    20  10,187  10,096 (2)
Total  52,618    2,318  194  15,833  70,963  71,197
Liabilities:              
Trade payables  4,134          4,134  4,134
Lease liabilities (Refer to Note 2.19)  5,474          5,474  5,474
Financial Liability under option arrangements (Refer to Note 2.12)      655      655  655
Other financial liabilities (Refer to Note 2.12)  15,061    181    3  15,245  15,245
Total  24,669    836    3  25,508  25,508

 

(1)On account of fair value changes including interest accrued
(2)Excludes interest accrued on tax free bonds and government bonds carried at amortized cost of 91 crore
(3)Excludes unbilled revenue on contracts where the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones

 

For trade receivables and trade payables and other assets and payables maturing within one year from the Balance Sheet date, the carrying amounts approximate the fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments.

 

Fair value hierarchy

 

Level 1 - Quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

 

Level 2 - Inputs other than quoted prices included within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. as prices) or indirectly (i.e. derived from prices).

 

Level 3 - Inputs for the assets or liabilities that are not based on observable market data (unobservable inputs).

 

Fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as at December 31, 2022 is as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars As at December 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end
of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in liquid mutual funds (Refer to Note 2.4)  3,165  3,165    
Investments in tax free bonds (Refer to Note 2.4)  2,297  897  1,400  
Investments in government bonds (Refer to Note 2.4)  22  22    
Investments in non convertible debentures (Refer to Note 2.4)  4,069  2,206  1,863  
Investment in government securities (Refer to Note 2.4)  7,566  7,411  155  
Investments in equity instruments (Refer to Note 2.4)  2      2
Investments in preference securities (Refer to Note 2.4)  213      213
Investments in commercial paper (Refer to Note 2.4)  1,064    1,064  
Investments in certificates of deposit (Refer to Note 2.4)  2,764    2,764  
Other investments (Refer to Note 2.4)  158      158
Derivative financial instruments - gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to Note 2.6)  87    87  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments - loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to Note 2.12)  225    225  
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to Note 2.12)  671      671
Liability towards contingent consideration (Refer to Note 2.12)(1)  94      94

 

(1)Discount rate pertaining to contingent consideration ranges from 9% to 14%

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, non-convertible debentures and tax free bonds of 974 crore was transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on quoted price. Further, non-convertible debentures, tax free bonds and government securities of 2,688 crore were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

Fair value hierarchy of assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis as at March 31, 2022 was as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars As at March 31, 2022 Fair value measurement at end
of the reporting period using
     Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Assets        
Investments in liquid mutual funds (Refer to Note 2.4)  2,012  2,012    
Investments in tax free bonds (Refer to Note 2.4)  2,425  1,238  1,187  
Investments in government bonds (Refer to Note 2.4)  22  22    
Investments in non convertible debentures (Refer to Note 2.4)  4,213  3,736  477  
Investment in government securities (Refer to Note 2.4)  8,171  8,046  125  
Investments in equity instruments (Refer to Note 2.4)  2      2
Investments in preference securities (Refer to Note 2.4)  216      216
Investments in certificates of deposit (Refer to Note 2.4)  3,429    3,429  
Investments in compulsorily convertible debentures (Refer to Note 2.4)  7      7
Other investments (Refer to Note 2.4)  152      152
Derivative financial instruments - gain on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to Note 2.6)  143    143  
Liabilities        
Derivative financial instruments - loss on outstanding foreign exchange forward and option contracts (Refer to Note 2.12)  61    61  
Financial liability under option arrangements (Refer to Note 2.12)  655      655
Liability towards contingent consideration (Refer to Note 2.12)(1)  123      123

 

(1)Discount rate pertaining to contingent consideration ranges from 8% to 14.5%

 

During the year ended March 31, 2022, tax free bonds and non-convertible debentures of 576 crore were transferred from Level 2 to Level 1 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on quoted price. Further, tax free bonds and non-convertible debentures of 965 crore was transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 of fair value hierarchy, since these were valued based on market observable inputs.

 

A one percentage point change in the unobservable inputs used in fair valuation of Level 3 assets and liabilities does not have a significant impact in its value.

 

Majority of investments of the Group are fair valued based on Level 1 or Level 2 inputs. These investments primarily include investment in liquid mutual fund units, tax free bonds, certificates of deposit, commercial paper, treasury bills, government securities, quoted bonds issued by government and quasi-government organizations and non-convertible debentures. The Group invests after considering counterparty risks based on multiple criteria including Tier I capital, Capital Adequacy Ratio, Credit Rating, Profitability, NPA levels and Deposit base of banks and financial institutions. These risks are monitored regularly as per Group's risk management program.

 

2.11 EQUITY

 

Accounting policy

 

Ordinary Shares

 

Ordinary shares are classified as equity share capital. Incremental costs directly attributable to the issuance of new ordinary shares, share options and buyback are recognized as a deduction from equity, net of any tax effects.

 

Treasury Shares

 

When any entity within the Group purchases the company's ordinary shares, the consideration paid including any directly attributable incremental cost is presented as a deduction from total equity, until they are cancelled, sold or reissued. When treasury shares are sold or reissued subsequently, the amount received is recognized as an increase in equity, and the resulting surplus or deficit on the transaction is transferred to / from securities premium.

 

Description of reserves

 

Capital Redemption Reserve

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Indian Companies Act, 2013, the Company creates capital redemption reserve equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

Retained earnings

 

Retained earnings represent the amount of accumulated earnings of the Group.

 

Securities premium

 

The amount received in excess of the par value has been classified as securities premium. Amounts have been utilized for bonus issue and share buyback from share premium account.

 

Share options outstanding account

 

The share options outstanding account is used to record the fair value of equity-settled share based payment transactions with employees. The amounts recorded in share options outstanding account are transferred to securities premium upon exercise of stock options and transferred to general reserve on account of stock options not exercised by employees.

 

Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve

 

The Special Economic Zone Re-investment reserve has been created out of the profit of the eligible SEZ unit in terms of the provisions of Sec 10AA (1)(ii) of Income Tax Act, 1961. The reserve should be utilized by the Company for acquiring new plant and machinery for the purpose of its business in terms of the provisions of the Sec 10AA (2) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

 

Other components of equity

 

Other components of equity include currency translation, remeasurement of net defined benefit liability / asset, equity instruments fair valued through other comprehensive income, changes on fair valuation of investments and changes in fair value of derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, net of taxes.

 

Currency translation reserve

 

The exchange differences arising from the translation of financial statements of foreign subsidiaries with functional currency other than Indian rupees is recognized in other comprehensive income and is presented within equity.

 

Cash flow hedge reserve

 

When a derivative is designated as a cash flow hedging instrument, the effective portion of changes in the fair value of the derivative is recognized in other comprehensive income and accumulated in the cash flow hedging reserve. The cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in the cash flow hedging reserve is transferred to the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss upon the occurrence of the related forecasted transaction.

 

EQUITY SHARE CAPITAL

(In crore, except as otherwise stated)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Authorized    
Equity shares, 5 par value    
480,00,00,000 (480,00,00,000) equity shares  2,400  2,400
Issued, Subscribed and Paid-Up    
Equity shares, 5 par value(1)  2,086  2,098
4,17,03,48,621 (4,19,30,12,929) equity shares fully paid-up(2)    
   2,086  2,098

 

Note: Forfeited shares amounted to 1,500 (1,500)

 

(1)Refer to Note 2.20 for details of basic and diluted shares
(2)Net of treasury shares 12,568,222 (1,37,25,712)

 

The Company has only one class of shares referred to as equity shares having a par value of 5/-. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The equity shares represented by American Depositary Shares (ADS) carry similar rights to voting and dividends as the other equity shares. Each ADS represents one underlying equity share.

 

In the event of liquidation of the Company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive any of the remaining assets of the Company in proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders, after distribution of all preferential amounts. However, no such preferential amounts exist currently, other than the amounts held by irrevocable controlled trusts. For irrevocable controlled trusts, the corpus would be settled in favor of the beneficiaries.

 

For details of shares reserved for issue under the employee stock option plan of the Company refer to the note below.

 

The reconciliation of the number of shares outstanding and the amount of share capital as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 are as follows:

(In crore, except as stated otherwise)

Particulars As at December 31, 2022 As at March 31, 2022
  Number of shares Amount Number of shares Amount
As at the beginning of the period 419,30,12,929  2,098 424,51,46,114  2,124
Add: Shares issued on exercise of employee stock options 24,99,692  1 36,74,152  2
Less: Shares bought back  25,164,000  13  55,807,337  28
As at the end of the period  417,03,48,621  2,086 419,30,12,929  2,098

 

Capital allocation policy

 

Effective fiscal 2020, the Company expects to return approximately 85% of the free cash flow cumulatively over a 5-year period through a combination of semi-annual dividends and/or share buyback and/or special dividends, subject to applicable laws and requisite approvals, if any. Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditure as per the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows prepared under IFRS. Dividend and buyback include applicable taxes.

 

Update on buyback announced in October 2022:

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on October 13, 2022, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,300 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,850 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval by way of Postal Ballot.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors by way of e-voting on the postal ballot, the results of which were declared on December 3, 2022. At the Maximum buyback price of 1,850/- per equity share and the Maximum buyback size of 9,300 crore the indicative maximum number of equity shares bought back would be 50,270,270 Equity Shares (Maximum buyback shares) comprising approximately 1.19% of the paid-up equity share capital of the Company as of September 30, 2022 and as on December 5, 2022, the date of the Public Announcement for the buyback (on a standalone basis).

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The Company will fund the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013.The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on December 7, 2022 and is expected to be completed on or before June 6, 2023. During the quarter ended December 31, 2022, 25,164,000 equity shares were purchased from the stock exchange which includes 3,170,000 shares which have been purchased but have not been settled and therefore not extinguished as of December 31, 2022. In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, during the quarter ended December 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 11 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve/retained earnings.

 

Buyback completed in September 2021

 

In line with the capital allocation policy, the Board, at its meeting held on April 14, 2021, approved the buyback of equity shares, from the open market route through the Indian stock exchanges, amounting to 9,200 crore (Maximum Buyback Size, excluding buyback tax) at a price not exceeding 1,750 per share (Maximum Buyback Price), subject to shareholders' approval in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

 

The shareholders approved the proposal of buyback of Equity Shares recommended by its Board of Directors in the Annual General meeting held on June 19, 2021.

 

The buyback was offered to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company (other than the Promoters, the Promoter Group and Persons in Control of the Company) under the open market route through the stock exchange. The buyback of equity shares through the stock exchange commenced on June 25, 2021 and was completed on September 8, 2021. During this buyback period, the Company had purchased and extinguished a total of 55,807,337 equity shares from the stock exchange at a volume weighted average buy back price of 1,648.53/- per equity share comprising 1.31% of the pre buyback paid-up equity share capital of the Company. The buyback resulted in a cash outflow of 9,200 crore (excluding transaction costs and tax on buyback). The Company funded the buyback from its free reserves including Securities Premium as explained in Section 68 of the Companies Act, 2013.

 

In accordance with section 69 of the Companies Act, 2013, as at March 31, 2022, the Company has created ‘Capital Redemption Reserve’ of 28 crore equal to the nominal value of the shares bought back as an appropriation from general reserve.

 

The Company’s objective when managing capital is to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern and to maintain an optimal capital structure so as to maximize shareholder value. In order to maintain or achieve an optimal capital structure, the Company may adjust the amount of dividend payment, return capital to shareholders, issue new shares or buy back issued shares. As of December 31, 2022, the Company has only one class of equity shares and has no debt. Consequent to the above capital structure there are no externally imposed capital requirements.

 

Dividend

 

The final dividend on shares is recorded as a liability on the date of approval by the shareholders and interim dividends are recorded as a liability on the date of declaration by the Company's Board of Directors. Income tax consequences of dividends on financial instruments classified as equity will be recognized according to where the entity originally recognized those past transactions or events that generated distributable profits.

 

The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. Companies are required to pay/distribute dividend after deducting applicable taxes. The remittance of dividends outside India is governed by Indian law on foreign exchange and is also subject to withholding tax at applicable rates.

 

The amount of per share dividend recognized as distribution to equity shareholders in accordance with Companies Act 2013 is as follows:

(in )

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Final dividend for fiscal 2021        15.00
Interim dividend for fiscal 2022    15.00    15.00
Final dividend for fiscal 2022      16.00  
Interim dividend for fiscal 2023  16.50    16.50  

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on April 13, 2022 recommended a final dividend of 16/- per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2022. The same was approved by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on June 25, 2022 which resulted in a net cash outflow of 6,711 crore (excluding dividend paid on treasury shares).

 

The Board of Directors in their meeting held on October 13, 2022 declared a interim dividend of 16.50/- per equity share which resulted in a net cash outflow of 6,921 crore, excluding dividend paid on treasury shares.

 

Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP):

 

Accounting policy

 

The Group recognizes compensation expense relating to share-based payments in net profit based on estimated fair values of the awards on the grant date. The estimated fair value of awards is recognized as an expense in the statement of profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period for each separately vesting portion of the award as if the award was in-substance, multiple awards with a corresponding increase to share options outstanding account.

 

Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Program 2019 (the 2019 Plan) :

 

On June 22, 2019 pursuant to approval by the shareholders in the Annual General Meeting, the Board has been authorized to introduce, offer, issue and provide share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2019 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2019 Plan shall not exceed 5,00,00,000 equity shares. To implement the 2019 Plan, up to 4,50,00,000 equity shares may be issued by way of secondary acquisition of shares by Infosys Expanded Stock Ownership Trust. The Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted under the 2019 Plan shall vest based on the achievement of defined annual performance parameters as determined by the administrator (Nomination and Remuneration Committee). The performance parameters will be based on a combination of relative Total Shareholder Return (TSR) against selected industry peers and certain broader market domestic and global indices and operating performance metrics of the Company as decided by administrator. Each of the above performance parameters will be distinct for the purposes of calculation of quantity of shares to vest based on performance. These instruments will generally vest between a minimum of 1 to maximum of 3 years from the grant date.

 

2015 Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (the 2015 Plan) :

 

On March 31, 2016, pursuant to the approval by the shareholders through postal ballot, the Board was authorized to introduce, offer, issue and allot share-based incentives to eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries under the 2015 Plan. The maximum number of shares under the 2015 Plan shall not exceed 2,40,38,883 equity shares (this includes 1,12,23,576 equity shares which are held by the trust towards the 2011 Plan as at March 31, 2016). The Company expects to grant the instruments under the 2015 Plan over the period of 4 years. The plan numbers mentioned above would further be adjusted for the September 2018 bonus issue.

 

The equity settled and cash settled RSUs and stock options would vest generally over a period of 4 years and shall be exercisable within the period as approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NARC). The exercise price of the RSUs will be equal to the par value of the shares and the exercise price of the stock options would be the market price as on the date of grant.

 

Controlled trust holds 1,25,68,222 and 1,37,25,712 shares as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively, under the 2015 Plan. Out of these shares, 200,000 equity shares each have been earmarked for welfare activities of the employees as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022.

 

The following is the summary of grants during the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

 

Particulars 2019 Plan 2015 Plan
 

Three months ended

December 31,

Nine months ended

December 31,

Three months ended

December 31,

Nine months ended

December 31,

  2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021 2022 2021
Equity Settled RSUs                
Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs)      176,893  73,962      287,325  101,697
Employees other than KMPs  3,814    374,774    48,050  25,270  48,050  25,270
Total Grants  3,814    551,667  73,962  48,050  25,270  335,375  126,967

 

Notes on grants to KMP:

 

CEO & MD

 

Based on the recommendations of the Board and the approval of the shareholders at the AGM held on June 25, 2022, Salil Parekh has been reappointed as the CEO and MD of the Company for a term commencing on July 1, 2022 and ending on March 31, 2027. The remuneration is approved by the shareholders in the AGM. The revised employment agreement is effective July 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2015 Plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement effective till June 30, 2022, approved the grant of performance-based RSUs of fair value of 13 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 84,361 performance based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Further, in line with the shareholders approval and revised employment contract which is effective July 1, 2022, the Board, on July 24, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee:

 

Approved the grant of performance-based RSUs (Annual performance equity grant) of fair value of 21.75 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 140,228 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance equity ESG grant) of fair value of 2 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on achievement of certain environment, social and governance milestones as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 12,894 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Approved the performance-based grant of RSUs (Annual performance Equity TSR grant) of fair value of 5 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2015 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement based on Company’s performance on cumulative relative TSR over the years and as determined by the Board. Accordingly, 32,236 performance based RSU’s were granted effective August 1, 2022.

 

Under the 2019 Plan:

 

The Board, on April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved performance-based grant of RSUs amounting to 10 crore for fiscal 2023 under the 2019 Plan. These RSUs will vest in line with the employment agreement effective till June 30, 2022 based on achievement of certain performance targets. Accordingly, 64,893 performance based RSU’s were granted effective May 2, 2022.

 

Other KMPs

 

Under the 2015 Plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, in accordance with employment agreement, the Board, approved performance-based grant of 5,616 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. The performance based RSUs will vest over three years based on certain performance targets.

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved time based grant of 11,990 RSUs to a KMP under the 2015 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over four years.

 

Under the 2019 Plan:

 

On April 13, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance based grant of 8,000 RSUs to a KMP under the 2019 Plan. The grants were made effective May 2, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

On May 21, 2022, based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board, approved performance based grant of 1,04,000 RSUs to other KMPs under the 2019 Plan. The grants were made effective June 1, 2022. These RSUs will vest over three years based on achievement of certain performance targets.

 

Break-up of employee stock compensation expense:

(in crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,  
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Granted to:        
KMP#   17  41  51
Employees other than KMP  117 77  345  251
Total (1)  117  94  386  302
(1) Cash-settled stock compensation expense included in the above  5 5  4  17

 

#Includes reversal of employee stock compensation expense on account of resignation

 

The fair value of the awards are estimated using the Black-Scholes Model for time and non-market performance based options and Monte Carlo simulation model is used for TSR based options.

 

The inputs to the model include the share price at date of grant, exercise price, expected volatility, expected dividends, expected term and the risk free rate of interest. Expected volatility during the expected term of the options is based on historical volatility of the observed market prices of the Company's publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Expected volatility of the comparative company have been modelled based on historical movements in the market prices of their publicly traded equity shares during a period equivalent to the expected term of the options. Correlation coefficient is calculated between each peer entity and the indices as a whole or between each entity in the peer group.

 

The fair value of each equity settled award is estimated on the date of grant using the following assumptions:

 

Particulars For options granted in
  Fiscal 2023-
Equity Shares-RSU
Fiscal 2023-
ADS-RSU
Fiscal 2022-
Equity Shares-RSU
Fiscal 2022-
ADS-RSU
Weighted average share price () / ($ ADS)  1,525  19.01  1,791  24.45
Exercise price () / ($ ADS)  5.00  0.07  5.00  0.07
Expected volatility (%)  23-32  28-34 20-35 25-36
Expected life of the option (years)  1-4  1-4 1-4 1-4
Expected dividends (%)  2-3  2-3  2-3  2-3
Risk-free interest rate (%)  5-7  2-5 4-6 1-3
Weighted average fair value as on grant date () / ($ ADS)  1,283  14.40  1,548  20.82

 

The expected life of the RSU/ESOP is estimated based on the vesting term and contractual term of the RSU/ESOP, as well as expected exercise behavior of the employee who receives the RSU/ESOP.

 

 

 

2.12 OTHER FINANCIAL LIABILITIES

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current    
Others    
Accrued compensation to employees (1)  8  8
Accrued expenses (1)  1,496  946
Compensated absences  87  92
Financial liability under option arrangements (2)    655
Payable for acquisition of business - Contingent consideration (2)    56
Other Payables (1)(5)  310  580
Total non-current other financial liabilities  1,901  2,337
Current    
Unpaid dividends (1)  35  36
Others    
Accrued compensation to employees (1)  3,536  4,061
Accrued expenses (1)  7,841  7,476
Retention monies (1)  14  13
Payable for acquisition of business - Contingent consideration (2)  94  67
Payable by controlled trusts (1)  211  211
 Financial liability relating to buyback (Refer to Note 2.11) (1) (4)  1,616  
Compensated absences  2,400  2,182
Financial liability under option arrangements (2)  671  
Foreign currency forward and options contracts (2) (3)  225  61
Capital creditors (1)  388  431
Other payables (1)(5)  2,487  1,299
Total current other financial liabilities  19,518  15,837
Total other financial liabilities  21,419  18,174
 
(1) Financial liability carried at amortized cost  17,942  15,061
(2) Financial liability carried at fair value through profit or loss  957  836
(3) Financial liability carried at fair value through other comprehensive income  33  3
Contingent consideration on undiscounted basis  100  132

 

(4)In accordance with Ind AS 32 Financial Instruments: Presentation, the Company has recorded a financial liability as at December 31, 2022 for the obligation to acquire its own equity shares to the extent of standing instructions provided to its registered broker for the buyback (Refer to Note 2.11) . The financial liability is recognized at the present value of the maximum amount that the Company would be required to pay to the registered broker for buy back, with a corresponding debit in general reserve / retained earnings.

 

(5)Deferred contract cost (Refer to Note 2.9) includes technology assets taken over by the Group from a customer as a part of transformation project which is not considered as distinct goods or services and the control related to the assets is not transferred to the Group in accordance with Ind AS 115 - Revenue from contract with customers. Accordingly, the same has been considered as a reduction to the total contract value and accounted as Deferred contract cost. The Group has entered into financing arrangements with a third party for these assets. As at December 31, 2022, the financial liability pertaining to such arrangements amounts to 747 crore. During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, 38 crore was settled directly by the third party to the customer on behalf of the Group and accordingly considered as non-cash transaction.

 

Accrued expenses primarily relates to cost of technical sub-contractors, telecommunication charges, legal and professional charges, brand building expenses, overseas travel expenses and office maintenance.

 

2.13 OTHER LIABILITIES

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Non-current    
Others    
Deferred income - government grants  63  64
Accrued defined benefit liability  474  367
Deferred income  7  9
Others  7  11
Total non-current other liabilities  551  451
Current    
Unearned revenue  7,117  6,324
Others    
Withholding taxes and others  3,393  2,834
Accrued defined benefit liability  4  5
Deferred income - government grants  11  11
 Tax on buyback (Refer to Note 2.11)  643  
Others  3  4
Total current other liabilities  11,171  9,178
Total other liabilities  11,722  9,629

 

2.14 PROVISIONS

 

Accounting policy

 

A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation that is reasonably estimable, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation. Provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows at a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability.

 

a. Post sales client support

 

The Group provides its clients with a fixed-period post sales support on its fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts. Costs associated with such support services are accrued at the time related revenues are recorded and included in Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss. The Group estimates such costs based on historical experience and estimates are reviewed on a periodic basis for any material changes in assumptions and likelihood of occurrence.

 

b.Onerous contracts

 

Provisions for onerous contracts are recognized when the expected benefits to be derived by the Group from a contract are lower than the unavoidable costs of meeting the future obligations under the contract. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract. The provision is measured at the present value of the lower of the expected cost of terminating the contract and the expected net cost of continuing with the contract. Before a provision is established the Group recognizes any impairment loss on the assets associated with that contract.

 

Provision for post-sales client support and other provisions:

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current    
Others    
Post-sales client support and other provisions  1,417  975
Total provisions  1,417  975

 

Provision for post sales client support and other provisions majorly represents costs associated with providing sales support services which are accrued at the time of recognition of revenues and are expected to be utilized over a period of 1 year.

 

 

2.15 INCOME TAXES

 

Accounting policy

 

Income tax expense comprises current and deferred income tax. Income tax expense is recognized in net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss except to the extent that it relates to items recognized directly in equity, in which case it is recognized in equity or other comprehensive income. Current income tax for current and prior periods is recognized at the amount expected to be paid to or recovered from the tax authorities, using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized for all temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the financial statements except when the deferred income tax arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and affects neither accounting nor taxable profit or loss at the time of the transaction. Deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date and are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that the related tax benefit will be realized.

 

Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are measured using tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the Balance Sheet date and are expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of changes in tax rates on deferred income tax assets and liabilities is recognized as income or expense in the period that includes the enactment or the substantive enactment date. A deferred income tax asset is recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and tax losses can be utilized. Deferred income taxes are not provided on the undistributed earnings of subsidiaries and branches where it is expected that the earnings of the subsidiary or branch will not be distributed in the foreseeable future.

 

The Group offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis, or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The income tax provision for the interim period is made based on the best estimate of the annual average tax rate expected to be applicable for the full financial year. Tax benefits of deductions earned on exercise of employee share options in excess of compensation charged to income are credited to equity.

 

Income tax expense in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss comprises:

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Current taxes  2,195  2,063  7,027  5,986
Deferred taxes  150  58  (145)  130
Income tax expense  2,345  2,121  6,882  6,116

 

Income tax expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of 76 crore and provisions (net of reversal) of 7 crore, respectively. Income tax expense for the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes reversal (net of provisions) of 36 crore and 26 crore, respectively. These provisions and reversals pertaining to prior periods are primarily on account of adjudication of certain disputed matters, upon filing of tax return and completion of assessments, across various jurisdictions.

 

Deferred income tax for three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 substantially relates to origination and reversal of temporary differences.

 

The Company’s Advanced Pricing Arrangement (APA) with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for US branch income tax expired in March 2021. The Company has applied for renewal of APA and currently the US taxable income is based on the Company’s best estimate determined based on the expected value method.

 

2.16 REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS

 

Accounting policy

 

The Group derives revenues primarily from IT services comprising software development and related services, cloud and infrastructure services, maintenance, consulting and package implementation, licensing of software products and platforms across the Group’s core and digital offerings (together called as “software related services”) and business process management services. Contracts with customers are either on a time-and-material, unit of work, fixed-price or on a fixed-timeframe basis.

 

Revenues from customer contracts are considered for recognition and measurement when the contract has been approved in writing by the parties, to the contract, the parties to contract are committed to perform their respective obligations under the contract, and the contract is legally enforceable. Revenue is recognized upon transfer of control of promised products or services (“performance obligations”) to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Group has received or expects to receive in exchange for these products or services (“transaction price”). When there is uncertainty as to collectability, revenue recognition is postponed until such uncertainty is resolved.

 

The Group assesses the services promised in a contract and identifies distinct performance obligations in the contract. The Group allocates the transaction price to each distinct performance obligation based on the relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In the absence of such evidence, the primary method used to estimate standalone selling price is the expected cost plus a margin, under which the Group estimates the cost of satisfying the performance obligation and then adds an appropriate margin based on similar services.

 

The Group’s contracts may include variable consideration including rebates, volume discounts and penalties. The Group includes variable consideration as part of transaction price when there is a basis to reasonably estimate the amount of the variable consideration and when it is probable that a significant reversal of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur when the uncertainty associated with the variable consideration is resolved.

 

Revenue on time-and-material and unit of work based contracts, are recognized as the related services are performed. Fixed price maintenance revenue is recognized ratably either on a straight-line basis when services are performed through an indefinite number of repetitive acts over a specified period or ratably using a percentage of completion method when the pattern of benefits from the services rendered to the customer and the Group’s costs to fulfil the contract is not even through the period of contract because the services are generally discrete in nature and not repetitive. Revenue from other fixed-price, fixed-timeframe contracts, where the performance obligations are satisfied over time is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method. Efforts or costs expended are used to determine progress towards completion as there is a direct relationship between input and productivity. Progress towards completion is measured as the ratio of costs or efforts incurred to date (representing work performed) to the estimated total costs or efforts. Estimates of transaction price and total costs or efforts are continuously monitored over the term of the contracts and are recognized in net profit in the period when these estimates change or when the estimates are revised. Revenues and the estimated total costs or efforts are subject to revision as the contract progresses. Provisions for estimated losses, if any, on incomplete contracts are recorded in the period in which such losses become probable based on the estimated efforts or costs to complete the contract.

 

The billing schedules agreed with customers include periodic performance based billing and / or milestone based progress billings. Revenues in excess of billing are classified as unbilled revenue while billing in excess of revenues are classified as contract liabilities (which we refer to as unearned revenues).

 

In arrangements for software development and related services and maintenance services, by applying the revenue recognition criteria for each distinct performance obligation, the arrangements with customers generally meet the criteria for considering software development and related services as distinct performance obligations. For allocating the transaction price, the Group measures the revenue in respect of each performance obligation of a contract at its relative standalone selling price. The price that is regularly charged for an item when sold separately is the best evidence of its standalone selling price. In cases where the Group is unable to determine the standalone selling price, the Group uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. For software development and related services, the performance obligations are satisfied as and when the services are rendered since the customer generally obtains control of the work as it progresses.

 

Certain cloud and infrastructure services contracts include multiple elements which may be subject to other specific accounting guidance, such as leasing guidance. These contracts are accounted in accordance with such specific accounting guidance. In such arrangements where the Group is able to determine that hardware and services are distinct performance obligations, it allocates the consideration to these performance obligations on a relative standalone selling price basis. In the absence of standalone selling price, the Group uses the expected cost-plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. When such arrangements are considered as a single performance obligation, revenue is recognized over the period and measure of progress is determined based on promise in the contract.

 

Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to use” the licenses is recognized at the time the license are made available to the customer. Revenue from licenses where the customer obtains a “right to access” is recognized over the access period.

 

Arrangements to deliver software products generally have three elements: license, implementation and Annual Technical Services (ATS).When implementation services are provided in conjunction with the licensing arrangement and the license and implementation have been identified as two distinct separate performance obligations, the transaction price for such contracts are allocated to each performance obligation of the contract based on their relative standalone selling prices. In the absence of standalone selling price for implementation, the Group uses the expected cost plus margin approach in estimating the standalone selling price. Where the license is required to be substantially customized as part of the implementation service the entire arrangement fee for license and implementation is considered to be a single performance obligation and the revenue is recognized using the percentage-of-completion method as the implementation is performed. Revenue from client training, support and other services arising due to the sale of software products is recognized as the performance obligations are satisfied. ATS revenue is recognized ratably on a straight line basis over the period in which the services are rendered.

 

Contracts with customers includes subcontractor services or third-party vendor equipment or software in certain integrated services arrangements. In these types of arrangements, revenue from sales of third-party vendor products or services is recorded net of costs when the Group is acting as an agent between the customer and the vendor, and gross when the Group is the principal for the transaction. In doing so, the group first evaluates whether it controls the good or service before it is transferred to the customer. The Group considers whether it has the primary obligation to fulfil the contract, inventory risk, pricing discretion and other factors to determine whether it controls the goods or service and therefore is acting as a principal or an agent.

 

The incremental costs of obtaining a contract (i.e., costs that would not have been incurred if the contract had not been obtained) are recognized as an asset if the Group expects to recover them.

 

Certain eligible, nonrecurring costs (e.g. set-up or transition or transformation costs) that do not represent a separate performance obligation are recognized as an asset when such costs (a) relate directly to the contract; (b) generate or enhance resources of the Group that will be used in satisfying the performance obligation in the future; and (c) are expected to be recovered.

 

Capitalized contract costs relating to upfront payments to customers are amortized to revenue and other capitalized costs are amortized to expenses over the respective contract life on a systematic basis consistent with the transfer of goods or services to customer to which the asset relates. Capitalized costs are monitored regularly for impairment. Impairment losses are recorded when present value of projected remaining operating cash flows is not sufficient to recover the carrying amount of the capitalized costs.

 

The Group presents revenues net of indirect taxes in its Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

Revenue from operation for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 are as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue from software services  35,870  29,766  102,375  83,425
Revenue from products and platforms  2,448  2,101  6,951  5,940
Total revenue from operations  38,318  31,867  109,326  89,365

 

Disaggregated revenue information

The table below presents disaggregated revenues from contracts with customers by geography and offerings for each of our business segments. The Group believes that this disaggregation best depicts how the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of our revenues and cash flows are affected by industry, market and other economic factors.

 

For the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

(In crore)

Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail(2) Communication (3) Energy , Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing Hi-Tech Life Sciences(4) Others (5) Total
Revenues by Geography*                  
North America  7,219  3,844  2,887  2,712  1,940  2,892  1,975  287  23,756
   6,310  3,136  2,301  1,951  1,646  2,389  1,725  237  19,695
Europe  1,882  1,341  976  1,845  2,994  68  684  105  9,895
   1,724  1,224  973  1,477  1,794  59  627  58  7,936
India  452  19  43  68  26  116  7  196  927
   491  24  48  36  18  104  6  228  955
Rest of the world  1,682  276  804  332  139  19  29  459  3,740
   1,498  228  657  276  140  15  25  442  3,281
Total  11,235  5,480  4,710  4,957  5,099  3,095  2,695  1,047  38,318
   10,023  4,612  3,979  3,740  3,598  2,567  2,383  965  31,867
Revenue by offerings                  
Digital  6,223  3,615  3,150  3,148  3,773  1,984  1,679  531  24,103
   5,264  2,895  2,437  2,211  2,440  1,503  1,457  444  18,651
Core  5,012  1,865  1,560  1,809  1,326  1,111  1,016  516  14,215
   4,759  1,717  1,542  1,529  1,158  1,064  926  521  13,216
Total  11,235  5,480  4,710  4,957  5,099  3,095  2,695  1,047  38,318
   10,023  4,612  3,979  3,740  3,598  2,567  2,383  965  31,867

 

For the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

(In crore)

Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail(2) Communication (3) Energy , Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing Hi-Tech Life Sciences(4) Others (5) Total
Revenues by Geography*                  
North America  21,139  10,901  8,324  7,299  5,668  8,288  5,446  816  67,881
   17,979  8,862  6,080  5,481  4,654  6,885  4,598  694  55,233
Europe  5,525  3,874  2,829  5,216  7,881  204  1,834  224  27,587
   5,050  3,524  2,666  4,204  4,554  165  1,672  166  22,001
India  1,416  55  127  163  62  334  20  703  2,880
   1,362  73  264  103  51  296  21  375  2,545
Rest of the world  4,865  837  2,395  1,036  346  52  104  1,343  10,978
   4,414  659  2,040  823  261  42  86  1,261  9,586
Total  32,945  15,667  13,675  13,714  13,957  8,878  7,404  3,086  109,326
   28,805  13,118  11,050  10,611  9,520  7,388  6,377  2,496  89,365
Revenue by offerings                  
Digital  18,142  10,217  9,120  8,536  10,046  5,595  4,601  1,471  67,728
   15,060  7,934  6,588  6,095  5,732  4,228  3,657  1,009  50,303
Core  14,803  5,450  4,555  5,178  3,911  3,283  2,803  1,615  41,598
   13,745  5,184  4,462  4,516  3,788  3,160  2,720  1,487  39,062
Total  32,945  15,667  13,675  13,714  13,957  8,878  7,404  3,086  109,326
   28,805  13,118  11,050  10,611  9,520  7,388  6,377  2,496  89,365

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance

 

(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics

 

(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media

 

(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care

 

(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

* Geographical revenue is based on the domicile of customer

 

Digital Services

 

Digital Services comprise of service and solution offerings of the Group that enable our clients to transform their businesses. These include offerings that enhance customer experience, leverage AI-based analytics and big data, engineer digital products and IoT, modernize legacy technology systems, migrate to cloud applications and implement advanced cyber security systems.

 

Core Services

 

Core Services comprise traditional offerings of the Group that have scaled and industrialized over a number of years. These primarily include application management services, proprietary application development services, independent validation solutions, product engineering and management, infrastructure management services, traditional enterprise application implementation, support and integration services.

 

Products & platforms

 

The Group derives revenues from the sale of products and platforms including Finacle – core banking solution, Edge Suite of products, Panaya platform, Infosys Equinox, Infosys Applied AI, Stater digital platform and Infosys McCamish – insurance platform.

 

Trade Receivables and Contract Balances

 

The timing of revenue recognition, billings and cash collections results in receivables, unbilled revenue, and unearned revenue on the Group’s Consolidated Balance Sheet. Amounts are billed as work progresses in accordance with agreed-upon contractual terms, either at periodic intervals (e.g., monthly or quarterly) or upon achievement of contractual milestones.

 

The Group’s receivables are rights to consideration that are unconditional. Unbilled revenues comprising revenues in excess of billings from time and material contracts and fixed price maintenance contracts are classified as financial asset when the right to consideration is unconditional and is due only after a passage of time.

 

Invoicing to the clients for other fixed price contracts is based on milestones as defined in the contract and therefore the timing of revenue recognition is different from the timing of invoicing to the customers. Therefore unbilled revenues for other fixed price contracts (contract asset) are classified as non-financial asset because the right to consideration is dependent on completion of contractual milestones.

 

Invoicing in excess of earnings are classified as unearned revenue.

 

Trade receivables and unbilled revenues are presented net of impairment in the consolidated Balance Sheet.

 

 

2.17 OTHER INCOME, NET

 

Accounting policy

 

Other income is comprised primarily of interest income, dividend income, gain/loss on investment and exchange gain/loss on forward and options contracts and on translation of foreign currency assets and liabilities. Interest income is recognized using the effective interest method. Dividend income is recognized when the right to receive payment is established.

 

Foreign currency

 

Accounting policy

 

Functional currency

 

The functional currency of Infosys, Infosys BPM, EdgeVerve, Skava and controlled trusts is the Indian rupee. The functional currencies for foreign subsidiaries are their respective local currencies. These financial statements are presented in Indian rupees (rounded off to crore; one crore equals ten million).

Transactions and translations

 

Foreign-currency denominated monetary assets and liabilities are translated into the relevant functional currency at exchange rates in effect at the Balance Sheet date. The gains or losses resulting from such translations are recognized in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss and reported within exchange gains/ (losses) on translation of assets and liabilities, net, except when deferred in Other Comprehensive Income as qualifying cash flow hedges. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at fair value are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date when the fair value was determined. Non-monetary assets and non-monetary liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are translated at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of transaction. The related revenue and expense are recognized using the same exchange rate.

 

Transaction gains or losses realized upon settlement of foreign currency transactions are included in determining net profit for the period in which the transaction is settled. Revenue, expense and cash-flow items denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the relevant functional currencies using the exchange rate in effect on the date of the transaction.

 

The translation of financial statements of the foreign subsidiaries to the presentation currency is performed for assets and liabilities using the exchange rate in effect at the Balance Sheet date and for revenue, expense and cash-flow items using the average exchange rate for the respective periods. The gains or losses resulting from such translation are included in currency translation reserves under other components of equity. When a subsidiary is disposed off, in full, the relevant amount is transferred to net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss. However when a change in the parent's ownership does not result in loss of control of a subsidiary, such changes are recorded through equity.

Other Comprehensive Income, net of taxes includes translation differences on non-monetary financial assets measured at fair value at the reporting date, such as equities classified as financial instruments and measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI).

 

Goodwill and fair value adjustments arising on the acquisition of a foreign entity are treated as assets and liabilities of the foreign entity and translated at the exchange rate in effect at the Balance Sheet date.

 

Government grant

 

The Group recognizes government grants only when there is reasonable assurance that the conditions attached to them shall be complied with, and the grants will be received. Government grants related to assets are treated as deferred income and are recognized in net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic and rational basis over the useful life of the asset. Government grants related to revenue are recognized on a systematic basis in net profit in the interim condensed consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss over the periods necessary to match them with the related costs which they are intended to compensate.

 

Other income for the three months and nine months December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 is as follows:

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Interest income on financial assets carried at amortized cost        
Tax free bonds and Government bonds  38  38  113  114
Deposit with Bank and others  174  165  551  661
Interest income on financial assets carried at fair value through other comprehensive income        
Non-convertible debentures, commercial paper, certificates of deposit and government securities  241 140  724  453
Income on investments carried at fair value through profit or loss:        
Gain / (loss) on liquid mutual funds and other investments  46 35  87  100
Income on investments carried at fair value through other comprehensive income    1  1  1
Exchange gains / (losses) on forward and options contracts  (363) 118  (789)  174
Exchange gains / (losses) on translation of other assets and liabilities  552  (59)  1,153  (12)
Miscellaneous income, net  81 74  190  167
Total other income  769  512  2,030  1,658

 

2.18 EXPENSES

 

Accounting policy

 

Gratuity and Pensions

 

The Group provides for gratuity, a defined benefit retirement plan ('the Gratuity Plan') covering eligible employees majorly of Infosys and its Indian subsidiaries. The Gratuity Plan provides a lump-sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death, incapacitation or termination of employment, of an amount based on the respective employee's salary and the tenure of employment with the Group. The Company contributes Gratuity liabilities to the Infosys Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust (the Trust). In case of Infosys BPM and EdgeVerve, contributions are made to the Infosys BPM Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust and EdgeVerve Systems Limited Employees' Gratuity Fund Trust, respectively. Trustees administer contributions made to the Trusts and contributions are invested in a scheme with the Life Insurance Corporation of India as permitted by Indian law.

 

The Group operates defined benefit pension plan in certain overseas jurisdictions, in accordance with the local laws. These plans are managed by third party fund managers. The plans provide for periodic payouts after retirement and/or for a lumpsum payment as set out in rules of each fund and includes death and disability benefits.

 

Liabilities with regard to these defined benefit plans are determined by actuarial valuation, performed by an external actuary, at each Balance Sheet date using the projected unit credit method. These defined benefit plans expose the Group to actuarial risks, such as longevity risk, currency risk, interest rate risk and market risk.

 

The Group recognizes the net obligation of a defined benefit plan in its Balance Sheet as an asset or liability. Gains and losses through re-measurements of the net defined benefit liability / (asset) are recognized in other comprehensive income and are not reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods. The actual return of the portfolio of plan assets, in excess of the yields computed by applying the discount rate used to measure the defined benefit obligation is recognized in other comprehensive income. The effect of any plan amendments is recognized in net profit in the Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

Provident fund

 

Eligible employees of Infosys receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined benefit plan. Both the eligible employee and the Company make monthly contributions to the provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. The Company contributes a portion to the Infosys Limited Employees' Provident Fund Trust. The trust invests in specific designated instruments as permitted by Indian law. The remaining portion is contributed to the government administered pension fund. The rate at which the annual interest is payable to the beneficiaries by the trust is being administered by the Government of India. The Company has an obligation to make good the shortfall, if any, between the return from the investments of the trust and the notified interest rate.

 

In respect of Indian subsidiaries, eligible employees receive benefits from a provident fund, which is a defined contribution plan. Both the eligible employee and the respective companies make monthly contributions to this provident fund plan equal to a specified percentage of the covered employee's salary. Amounts collected under the provident fund plan are deposited in a government administered provident fund. The Companies have no further obligation to the plan beyond its monthly contributions.

 

Superannuation

 

Certain employees of Infosys and its Indian subsidiaries are participants in a defined contribution plan. The Group has no further obligations to the plan beyond its monthly contributions which are periodically contributed to a trust fund, the corpus of which is invested with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

 

Compensated absences

 

The Group has a policy on compensated absences which are both accumulating and non-accumulating in nature. The expected cost of accumulating compensated absences is determined by actuarial valuation performed by an independent actuary at each Balance Sheet date using projected unit credit method on the additional amount expected to be paid/availed as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulated at the Balance Sheet date. Expense on non-accumulating compensated absences is recognized in the period in which the absences occur.

 

The Code on Social Security, 2020 (‘Code’) relating to employee benefits during employment and post-employment benefits received Presidential assent in September 2020. The Code has been published in the Gazette of India. However, the date on which the entire Code will come into effect has not been notified. The Company will assess the impact of the Code when it comes into effect in entirety and will record any related impact in the period the Code becomes effective.

 

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Employee benefit expenses        
Salaries including bonus  19,467  15,725  55,712  45,532
Contribution to provident and other funds  559  424  1,596  1,159
Share based payments to employees (Refer to Note 2.11)  117  94  386  302
Staff welfare  129  112  354  335
   20,272  16,355  58,048  47,328
Cost of software packages and others        
For own use  518  301  1,442  1,010
Third party items bought for service delivery to clients  2,567  1,560  6,575  3,533
   3,085  1,861  8,017  4,543
Other expenses        
Repairs and maintenance  312  266  876  799
Power and fuel  47  36  130  100
Brand and marketing  228  147  640  362
Short-term leases  27  14  68  46
Rates and taxes  75  53  221  180
Consumables  39  38  118  106
Insurance  44  44  131  120
Provision for post-sales client support and others  130  40  200  75
Commission to non-whole time directors  4  3  11  8
Impairment loss recognized / (reversed) under expected credit loss model  106  54  197  141
Contributions towards Corporate Social responsibility  146  88  320  348
Others  149  86  334  222
   1,307  869  3,246  2,507

 

2.19 Leases

 

Accounting Policy

 

The Group as a lessee

 

The Group’s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for land, buildings and computers. The Group assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the group assesses whether: (1) the contract involves the use of an identified asset (2) the Group has substantially all of the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and (3) the Group has the right to direct the use of the asset.

 

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Group recognizes a right-of-use asset (“ROU”) and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Group recognizes the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

 

As a lessee, the Group determines the lease term as the non-cancellable period of a lease adjusted with any option to extend or terminate the lease, if the use of such option is reasonably certain. The Group makes an assessment on the expected lease term on a lease-by-lease basis and thereby assesses whether it is reasonably certain that any options to extend or terminate the contract will be exercised. In evaluating the lease term, the Company considers factors such as any significant leasehold improvements undertaken over the lease term, costs relating to the termination of the lease and the importance of the underlying asset to Infosys’s operations taking into account the location of the underlying asset and the availability of suitable alternatives. The lease term in future periods is reassessed to ensure that the lease term reflects the current economic circumstances.

 

Certain lease arrangements includes the options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised.

 

The right-of-use assets are initially recognized at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

 

Right-of-use assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over the shorter of the lease term and useful life of the underlying asset.

 

Right of use assets are evaluated for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable. For the purpose of impairment testing, the recoverable amount (i.e. the higher of the fair value less cost to sell and the value-in-use) is determined on an individual asset basis unless the asset does not generate cash flows that are largely independent of those from other assets. In such cases, the recoverable amount is determined for the Cash Generating Unit (CGU) to which the asset belongs.

 

The lease liability is initially measured at amortized cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of these leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use asset if the Group changes its assessment if whether it will exercise an extension or a termination option.

 

Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows.

 

The Group as a lessor

 

Leases for which the Group is a lessor is classified as a finance or operating lease. Whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee, the contract is classified as a finance lease. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

 

When the Group is an intermediate lessor, it accounts for its interests in the head lease and the sublease separately. The sublease is classified as a finance or operating lease by reference to the right-of-use asset arising from the head lease.

 

For operating leases, rental income is recognized on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2022:

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset  
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers Total
Balance as of October 1, 2022  622  3,843  14  1,146  5,625
Additions(1)    133  2  1,010  1,145
Deletions    (10)    (97)  (107)
Depreciation  (1)  (170)  (2)  (162)  (335)
Translation difference  3  51  1  97  152
Balance as of December 31, 2022  624  3,847  15  1,994  6,480

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the three months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset  
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers Total
Balance as of October 1, 2021  629  3,738  16  216  4,599
Additions(1)    238  2  189  429
Deletions    (64)    (17)  (81)
Depreciation  (2)  (167)  (2)  (38)  (209)
Translation difference  2  (3)  (1)  (3)  (5)
Balance as of December 31, 2021  629  3,742  15  347  4,733

 

(1)-Net of adjustments on account of modifications.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers  
Balance as of April 1, 2022  628  3,711  16  468  4,823
Additions(1)    619  6  2,004  2,629
Deletions    (12)    (250)  (262)
Depreciation  (4)  (500)  (7)  (320)  (831)
Translation difference    29    92  121
Balance as of December 31, 2022  624  3,847  15  1,994  6,480

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications and lease incentives.

 

Following are the changes in the carrying value of right of use assets for the nine months ended December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

Particulars Category of ROU asset Total
  Land Buildings Vehicles Computers  
Balance as of April 1, 2021  630  3,984  19  161  4,794
Additions(1)    302  3  289  594
Deletions    (70)    (35)  (105)
Depreciation  (5)  (487)  (7)  (67)  (566)
Translation difference  4  13    (1)  16
Balance as of December 31, 2021  629  3,742  15  347  4,733

 

(1)Net of adjustments on account of modifications.

 

The aggregate depreciation expense on ROU assets is included under depreciation and amortization expense in the interim condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit and Loss.

 

The following is the break-up of current and non-current lease liabilities as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022:

 

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Current lease liabilities  1,143  872
Non-current lease liabilities  6,577  4,602
Total  7,720  5,474

 

 

2.20 BASIC AND DILUTED SHARES USED IN COMPUTING EARNINGS PER EQUITY SHARE

 

Accounting policy

 

Basic earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Group by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit attributable to the equity holders of the Group by the weighted average number of equity shares considered for deriving basic earnings per equity share and also the weighted average number of equity shares that could have been issued upon conversion of all dilutive potential equity shares. The dilutive potential equity shares are adjusted for the proceeds receivable had the equity shares been actually issued at fair value (i.e. the average market value of the outstanding equity shares). Dilutive potential equity shares are deemed converted as at the beginning of the period, unless issued at a later date. Dilutive potential equity shares are determined independently for each period presented.

 

The number of equity shares and potentially dilutive equity shares are adjusted retrospectively for all periods presented for any share splits and bonus shares issues including for changes effected prior to the approval of the financial statements by the Board of Directors.

 

2.21 CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND COMMITMENTS

 

Accounting policy

 

Contingent liability is a possible obligation arising from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the entity or a present obligation that arises from past events but is not recognized because it is not probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation or the amount of the obligation cannot be measured with sufficient reliability.

(In crore)

Particulars As at
  December 31, 2022 March 31, 2022
Contingent liabilities :    
Claims against the Group, not acknowledged as debts(1)  4,742  4,641
[Amount paid to statutory authorities 6,557 crore (6,006 crore)]    
Commitments :    
Estimated amount of contracts remaining to be executed on capital contracts and not provided for (net of advances and deposits)(2)  740  1,245
Other commitments*  94  28

 

*Uncalled capital pertaining to investments

 

(1)As at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, claims against the Group not acknowledged as debts in respect of income tax matters amounted to 4,051 crore and 4,001 crore, respectively.

 

The claims against the Group primarily represent demands arising on completion of assessment proceedings under the Income Tax Act, 1961. These claims are on account of multiple issues of disallowances such as disallowance of profits earned from STP Units and SEZ Units, disallowance of deductions in respect of employment of new employees under section 80JJAA, disallowance of expenditure towards software being held as capital in nature, payments made to Associated Enterprises held as liable for withholding of taxes. These matters are pending before various Appellate Authorities and the Management including its tax advisors expect that its position will likely be upheld on ultimate resolution and will not have a material adverse effect on the Group's financial position and results of operations.

 

Amount paid to statutory authorities against the tax claims amounted to 6,546 crore and 5,996 crore as at December 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022, respectively.

 

(2)Capital contracts primarily comprises of commitments for infrastructure facilities and computer equipments.

 

Legal Proceedings

 

The Group is subject to legal proceedings and claims, which have arisen in the ordinary course of business. The Group’s management reasonably expects that these legal actions, when ultimately concluded and determined, will not have a material and adverse effect on the Group’s results of operations or financial condition.

 

 

2.22 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

 

Refer to the Company's Annual Report for the year ended March 31, 2022 for the full names and other details of the Company's subsidiaries and controlled trusts.

 

Changes in Subsidiaries

 

During the nine months ended December 31, 2022, the following are the changes in the subsidiaries:

 

-Infosys Consulting S.R.L. (Argentina) (formerly a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Holding AG) became the majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited with effect from April 1, 2022.

 

-On April 20, 2022, Infosys Germany GmbH (formerly Kristall 247. GmbH (“Kristall”)) (a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd) acquired 100% of voting interests in oddity space GmbH, oddity jungle GmbH, oddity waves GmbH, oddity group services GmbH, oddity code GmbH along with its subsidiary oddity code d.o.o., and oddity GmbH along with its two subsidiaries oddity (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., oddity Limited(Taipei).

 

-Panaya GmbH renamed as Infosys Financial Services GmbH.

 

-Infosys Arabia Limited, a majority owned and controlled subsidiary of Infosys Limited is under liquidation.

 

-Infosys Public Services Canada Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Infosys Public Services Inc. was incorporated on July 8, 2022.

 

-On September 1, 2022, Infosys Consulting Pte. Ltd. (a Wholly-owned subsidiary of Infosys Limited) acquired 100% of voting interests in BASE life science A/S along with its seven subsidiaries BASE life science AG, BASE life science GmbH, BASE life science Ltd., BASE life science S.A.S., BASE life science S.r.l., Innovisor Inc. and BASE life science Inc.

 

-BASE life science SL., a wholly owned subsidiary of BASE life science A/S was incorporated on September 6, 2022
-Panaya Germany GmbH, a wholly owned subsidiary of Panaya Inc. was incorporated on December 15,2022.

 

Change in key management personnel

 

The following are the changes in the key management personnel:

 

-Ravi Kumar S resigned effective October 11, 2022

 

Transaction with key management personnel:

 

The table below describes the compensation to key management personnel which comprise directors and executive officers:

(In crore)

Particulars Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
  2022 2021 2022 2021
Salaries and other short term employee benefits to whole-time directors and executive officers (1)(2)  12  33  86  106
Commission and other benefits to non-executive/independent directors  5  3  12  8
Total  17  36  98  114

 

(1)Total employee stock compensation expense for the three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes a charge of less than a crore and 17 crore, respectively, towards key managerial personnel. For the nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 includes a charge of 41 crore and 51 crore, respectively, towards key managerial personnel. (Refer to Note 2.11) Stock compensation expense for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 include reversal of expense on account of resignation.

 

(2)Does not include post-employment benefit based on actuarial valuation as this is done for the Company as a whole.

 

 

 

2.23 SEGMENT REPORTING

 

Ind AS 108, Operating segments, establishes standards for the way that public business enterprises report information about operating segments and related disclosures about products and services, geographic areas, and major customers. The Group's operations predominantly relate to providing end-to-end business solutions to enable clients to enhance business performance. The Chief Operating Decision Maker (CODM) evaluates the Group's performance and allocates resources based on an analysis of various performance indicators by business segments. Accordingly, information has been presented along business segments. The accounting principles used in the preparation of the financial statements are consistently applied to record revenue and expenditure in individual segments, and are as set out in the accounting policies.

 

Business segments of the Group are primarily enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance, enterprises in Manufacturing, enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics, enterprises in the Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services, enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media, enterprises in Hi-Tech, enterprises in Life Sciences and Healthcare and all other segments. The Financial services reportable segments has been aggregated to include the Financial Services operating segment and Finacle operating segment because of the similarity of the economic characteristics. All other segments represent the operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services.

 

Revenue and identifiable operating expenses in relation to segments are categorized based on items that are individually identifiable to that segment. Revenue for 'all other segments' represents revenue generated by Infosys Public services and revenue generated from customers located in India, Japan and China and other enterprises in Public services. Allocated expenses of segments include expenses incurred for rendering services from the Group's offshore software development centers and on-site expenses, which are categorized in relation to the associated efforts of the segment. Certain expenses such as depreciation and amortization, which form a significant component of total expenses, are not specifically allocable to specific segments as the underlying assets are used interchangeably. The Management believes that it is not practical to provide segment disclosures relating to those costs and expenses, and accordingly these expenses are separately disclosed as "unallocated" and adjusted against the total income of the Group.

 

Assets and liabilities used in the Group's business are not identified to any of the reportable segments, as these are used interchangeably between segments. The Management believes that it is currently not practicable to provide segment disclosures relating to total assets and liabilities since a meaningful segregation of the available data is onerous.

 

Business segment revenue information is collated based on individual customers invoiced or in relation to which the revenue is otherwise recognized.

 

Disclosure of revenue by geographic locations is given in note 2.16 Revenue from operations.

 

Business Segments

 

Three months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

 

(In crore)

 Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail (2) Communication (3) Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing Hi-Tech Life Sciences (4) All other segments (5) Total
Revenue from operations  11,235  5,480  4,710  4,957  5,099  3,095  2,695  1,047  38,318
   10,023  4,612  3,979  3,740  3,598  2,567  2,383  965  31,867
Identifiable operating expenses  6,549  2,837  2,858  2,594  3,206  1,786  1,580  746  22,156
   5,659  2,234  2,356  2,012  2,341  1,522  1,406  661  18,191
Allocated expenses  2,008  997  810  906  858  496  431  289  6,795
   1,630  748  660  653  624  409  337  232  5,293
Segment profit  2,678  1,646  1,042  1,457  1,035  813  684  12  9,367
   2,734  1,630  963  1,075  633  636  640  72  8,383
Unallocable expenses                  1,125
                   899
Other income, net (Refer to Note 2.17)                  769
                   512
Finance cost                  80
                   53
Profit before tax                  8,931
                   7,943
Income tax expense                  2,345
                   2,121
Net Profit                  6,586
                   5,822
Depreciation and amortization                  1,125
                   899
Non-cash expenses other than depreciation and amortization                  —
                   —

 

Nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021:

(In crore)

 Particulars Financial Services (1) Retail (2) Communication (3) Energy, Utilities, Resources and Services Manufacturing Hi-Tech Life Sciences (4) All other segments (5) Total
Revenue from operations  32,945  15,667  13,675  13,714  13,957  8,878  7,404  3,086  109,326
   28,805  13,118  11,050  10,611  9,520  7,388  6,377  2,496  89,365
Identifiable operating expenses  18,829  8,023  8,488  7,309  9,245  5,225  4,320  2,100  63,539
   16,317  6,333  6,648  5,632  5,766  4,409  3,619  1,715  50,439
Allocated expenses  5,873  2,883  2,386  2,552  2,500  1,444  1,223  794  19,655
   4,752  2,170  1,916  1,866  1,772  1,156  959  690  15,281
Segment operating income  8,243  4,761  2,801  3,853  2,212  2,209  1,861  192  26,132
   7,736  4,615  2,486  3,113  1,982  1,823  1,799  91  23,645
Unallocable expenses                  3,104
                   2,586
Other income, net (Refer to Note 2.17)                  2,030
                   1,658
Finance cost                  202
                   150
Profit before tax                  24,856
                   22,567
Income tax expense                  6,882
                   6,116
Net Profit                  17,974
                   16,451
Depreciation and amortization expense                  3,104
                   2,586
Non-cash expenses other than depreciation and amortization                  —
                   —

 

(1)Financial Services include enterprises in Financial Services and Insurance
(2)Retail includes enterprises in Retail, Consumer Packaged Goods and Logistics
(3)Communication includes enterprises in Communication, Telecom OEM and Media
(4)Life Sciences includes enterprises in Life sciences and Health care
(5)Others include operating segments of businesses in India, Japan, China, Infosys Public Services & other enterprises in Public Services

 

Significant clients

 

No client individually accounted for more than 10% of the revenues for the three months and nine months ended December 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.

 

2.24 FUNCTION WISE CLASSIFICATION OF CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS

 

(In crore)

Particulars Note No. Three months ended December 31, Nine months ended December 31,
    2022 2021 2022 2021
Revenue from operations 2.16  38,318  31,867  109,326  89,365
Cost of Sales    26,561  21,415  76,342  59,726
Gross profit    11,757  10,452  32,984  29,639
Operating expenses          
Selling and marketing expenses    1,611  1,325  4,591  3,809
General and administration expenses    1,904  1,643  5,365  4,771
Total operating expenses    3,515  2,968  9,956  8,580
Operating profit    8,242  7,484  23,028  21,059
Other income, net 2.17  769  512  2,030  1,658
Finance cost    80  53  202  150
Profit before tax    8,931  7,943  24,856  22,567
Tax expense:          
Current tax 2.15  2,195  2,063  7,027  5,986
Deferred tax 2.15  150  58  (145)  130
Profit for the period    6,586  5,822  17,974  16,451
 
Other comprehensive income          
Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Remeasurement of the net defined benefit liability/asset, net    29  (53)  (17)  (72)
Equity instruments through other comprehensive income, net    1  —  8  41
     30  (53)  (9)  (31)
Items that will be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss          
Fair value changes on derivatives designated as cash flow hedge, net    (57)  (7)  (43)  4
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations, net    676  (33)  715  91
Fair value changes on investments, net    48  (77)  (298)  16
     667  (117)  374  111
           
Total other comprehensive income / (loss), net of tax    697  (170)  365  80
 
Total comprehensive income for the period    7,283  5,652  18,339  16,531
 
Profit attributable to:          
Owners of the Company    6,586  5,809  17,967  16,425
Non-controlling interests    —  13  7  26
     6,586  5,822  17,974  16,451
Total comprehensive income attributable to:          
Owners of the Company    7,268  5,640  18,322  16,506
Non-controlling interests    15  12  17  25
     7,283  5,652  18,339  16,531
           

 

for and on behalf of the Board of Directors of Infosys Limited

 

Nandan M. Nilekani

Chairman

Salil Parekh

Chief Executive Officer

and Managing Director

D. Sundaram

Director

     

Nilanjan Roy

Chief Financial Officer

Jayesh Sanghrajka

Executive Vice President and

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

A.G.S. Manikantha

Company Secretary

     

Bengaluru

January 12, 2023