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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tech Data Reports Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2020 Results

CLEARWATER, Fla., (November 26, 2019) -- Tech Data (NASDAQ: TECD) (the “Company”) today announced its financial results for the third quarter ended October 31, 2019.

* Third quarter ended October 31, 2018 includes a $25 million benefit ($18 million net of tax; $0.47 cents per diluted share) from the collection of an accounts receivable balance previously considered uncollectible.

A reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP financial measures is presented in the financial tables of this press release.

This information is also available on the Investor Relations section of Tech Data’s website at www.techdata.com/investor.

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Regional Financial Highlights:

* Third quarter ended October 31, 2018 includes a $25 million benefit from the collection of an accounts receivable balance previously considered uncollectible.

Note: WW = worldwide

Stock-based compensation expense was $7.3 million, a decrease of $0.8 million, compared to the prior-year quarter. These expenses are excluded from the regional operating results and presented as a separate line item in the company’s segment reporting (see the GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation in the financial tables of this press release).

•Worldwide net sales were $9.1 billion, a decrease of 2 percent compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis, net sales were flat.

o Americas: Net sales were $4.2 billion, an increase of 2 percent compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 2 percent.

o Europe: Net sales were $4.6 billion, a decrease of 6 percent compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis, net sales decreased 2 percent.

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o Asia Pacific: Net sales were $0.3 billion, an increase of 4 percent compared to the prior-year quarter. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 4 percent.

o Three vendors represented 10 percent or more of worldwide net sales: Apple Inc. 17%; Cisco Systems 11%; and HP Inc. 10%.

•Net cash generated by operations during the quarter was $310 million. The cash conversion cycle improved by one day to 17 days, compared to the year-ago period.

•At October 31, 2019, the company had approximately $1.6 billion of goodwill and acquired intangibles.

•Return on invested capital for the trailing twelve months was 12 percent, compared to 8 percent in the prior year. Adjusted return on invested capital for the trailing twelve months was 15 percent, compared to 12 percent in the year-ago period.

•In the quarter, the company repurchased 518,433 shares for $49 million at an average purchase price of $95.09 per share. In connection with the subsequent events described below, the company has suspended its share repurchase program.

“We delivered solid third quarter results while continuing to execute on our strategy and portfolio optimization actions,” said Rich Hume, chief executive officer. “In Q3, we also announced our intention to acquire DLT Solutions, a premier software and cloud solutions aggregator focused on the U.S. public sector. This acquisition reflects our strategy of delivering higher value – strengthening our end-to-end portfolio and accelerating our capabilities in next-generation technologies.”

Subsequent Events

On November 13, 2019, Tech Data announced it had entered into a definitive agreement (the “Merger Agreement”) to be acquired by Tiger Midco, LLC, an affiliate of funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (NYSE: APO), a leading global alternative investment manager (“Apollo”). The Merger Agreement provides that Tiger Midco, LLC will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Tech Data common stock for $130 per share in cash. Tech Data filed a Current Report on Form 8-K on November 13, 2019 providing further information with respect to the Merger Agreement. As previously announced, due to the pending acquisition by affiliates of the Apollo Funds, Tech Data does not plan to host an earnings conference call nor provide forward-looking guidance.

Non-GAAP Financial Information

The non-GAAP financial information contained in this release is included with the intention of providing investors a more complete understanding of the Company’s operational results and trends, but should only be used in conjunction with results reported in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”). Certain non-GAAP measures presented in this release or other releases, presentations and similar documents issued by the Company include sales, income or expense items as adjusted for the impact of changes in foreign currencies (referred to as “constant currency”), non-GAAP operating income, non-GAAP operating margin, non-GAAP net income, non-GAAP earnings per diluted share and Adjusted Return on Invested Capital. Certain non-GAAP measures also exclude acquisition-related intangible assets amortization expense, benefits associated with legal settlements, acquisition, integration and restructuring expenses, value-added tax assessments and related interest expense, gain on disposal of subsidiary, tax indemnifications, changes in deferred tax valuation allowances and the impact of U.S. tax reform. A detailed reconciliation of the adjustments between results calculated using GAAP and non-GAAP in this release is contained in the attached financial schedules. This information can also be obtained from the Company’s Investor Relations website at www.techdata.com/investor.

Forward-Looking Statements

This communication includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.

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Such forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain, and shareholders and other potential investors must recognize that actual results may differ materially from Tech Data’s expectations as a result of a variety of factors. Such forward-looking statements are based upon management’s current expectations and include known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which Tech Data is unable to predict or control, that may cause Tech Data’s actual results, performance, or plans to differ materially from any future results, performance or plans expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Risks and uncertainties related to the proposed merger include, but are not limited to, the occurrence of any event, change or other circumstance that could give rise to the termination of the merger agreement; the failure of the parties to satisfy conditions to completion of the proposed merger, including the failure of Tech Data’s shareholders to approve the proposed merger or the failure of the parties to obtain required regulatory approvals; the risk that regulatory or other approvals are delayed or are subject to terms and conditions that are not anticipated; and the risks, uncertainties, and other factors detailed from time to time in Tech Data’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K filed or furnished with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”).

Many of these factors are beyond Tech Data’s control. Tech Data cautions investors that any forward-looking statements made by Tech Data are not guarantees of future performance. Tech Data disclaims any obligation to update any such factors or to announce publicly the results of any revisions to any of the forward-looking statements to reflect future events or developments.

No Offer or Solicitation

This communication shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any sale of securities, in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction. No offering of securities shall be made except by means of a prospectus meeting the requirements of Section 10 of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

About Tech Data

Tech Data connects the world with the power of technology. Our end-to-end portfolio of products, services and solutions, highly specialized skills, and expertise in next-generation technologies enable channel partners to bring to market the products and solutions the world needs to connect, grow and advance. Tech Data is ranked No. 88 on the Fortune 500^® and has been named one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies for 10 straight years. To find out more, visit www.techdata.com or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Investor Contact

Tania Almond

Investor Relations Director

+1 727.538.7064

tania.almond@techdata.com

Media Contact

Bobby Eagle

Director, External Communications

+1 727.538.5864

bobby.eagle@techdata.com

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