Amber unit IL JIN acquires 37.50% in Ascent for Rs 328 Cr
Amber Enterprises India Limited announced that its material subsidiary, IL JIN Electronics (India) Private Limited, has acquired an additional 37.50% equity stake in Ascent Circuits Private Limited for Rs 328 Crore. The transaction, completed on June 19, 2026, increases IL JIN's shareholding in Ascent from 60% to 97.50%. Following the acquisition, Mr. Manjunath Punyamurthy resigned as Managing Director of Ascent Circuits effective June 18, 2026. The company aims to acquire the remaining 1% stake by June 30, 2026, to reach 98.50% ownership.

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Amber Enterprises India Limited announced that its material subsidiary, IL JIN Electronics (India) Private Limited, has acquired an additional 37.50% equity stake in Ascent Circuits Private Limited for Rs 328 Crore. The transaction, completed on June 19, 2026, increases IL JIN's shareholding in Ascent from 60% to 97.50%. This strategic move enhances operational control and strengthens the company's position in the electronics manufacturing sector.
Following the acquisition, Mr. Manjunath Punyamurthy has resigned from the position of Managing Director of Ascent Circuits Private Limited. The resignation was effective from the close of business hours on June 18, 2026, pursuant to the contractual covenants stipulated in the Share Purchase Agreements dated June 18, 2026. The resignation is not attributable to any reasons other than the agreed contractual obligations.
The acquisition is part of a larger strategy to consolidate ownership. A previous agreement aimed to acquire a total of 38.50% to reach 98.50% ownership. The remaining 1% stake acquisition is expected to be finalized on or before June 30, 2026. The consideration for the entire transaction is paid in cash.
Financial and Operational Details
Ascent Circuits, incorporated in 1999, specializes in the manufacturing of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). The company has demonstrated consistent financial growth over the past three years.
| Financial Year | Turnover (Rs. in Lakh) |
|---|---|
| 2025 - 2026 | 40,187 |
| 2024 - 2025 | 32,517 |
| 2023 - 2024 | 26,320 |
Transaction Structure and Compliance
The transaction qualifies as a related party transaction under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as Ascent is a step-down subsidiary of Amber Enterprises. The company confirmed that the deal has been undertaken at arm's length. No special or continuing rights, such as rights to appoint directors or restrict capital structure changes, have been included in the agreements.
Historical Stock Returns for Amber Enterprises
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.02% | -1.92% | -3.60% | +26.34% | +2.04% | +153.73% |
How will Amber Enterprises fund the remaining cash consideration for the final 1% stake acquisition?
What strategic operational changes does IL JIN plan to implement at Ascent Circuits following the consolidation of ownership?
Who will be appointed to replace the outgoing Managing Director to lead the subsidiary under the new ownership structure?


































