HFCL allots 7.5cr warrants to promoters for ₹138.75 crore
HFCL Limited allotted 7,50,00,000 warrants convertible into equity shares to promoters and promoter group, raising ₹138.75 crore. The allotment was approved by the Board on May 25, 2026, at a subscription price of ₹18.50 per warrant. Upon full conversion, the promoter group's shareholding will increase from 12.79% to 16.87%.

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HFCL Limited has completed the allotment of 7,50,00,000 warrants convertible into equity shares on a preferential basis to persons belonging to the Promoter and Promoter Group categories. The Allotment Committee of the Board of Directors approved the issuance at its meeting held on May 25, 2026. The company received the warrant subscription amount of ₹18.50 per warrant, representing 25% of the Warrant Exercise Price of ₹74 per warrant, aggregating to ₹138.75 crore.
The entire issue size was allotted to two specific entities. NextWave Communications Private Limited, falling under the Promoter category, received 3,75,00,000 warrants. Satellite Finance Private Limited, categorized as Promoter Group, received the remaining 3,75,00,000 warrants.
Shareholding Pattern Changes
Upon full conversion of these warrants into equity shares, the shareholding structure of the Promoter and Promoter Group category will see a significant increase. The following table details the pre and post-allotment shareholding figures:
| Allottee | Category | Pre-Allotment Shares | Pre-Allotment % | Post-Allotment Shares | Post-Allotment % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NextWave Communications Private Limited | Promoter | 19,48,65,000 | 12.73 | 23,23,65,000 | 14.47 |
| Satellite Finance Private Limited | Promoter Group | 9,71,801 | 0.06 | 3,84,71,801 | 2.40 |
| Total | 19,58,36,801 | 12.79 | 27,08,36,801 | 16.87 |
The post-issue shareholding pattern is calculated based on the shareholding data as of May 22, 2026, assuming full conversion of warrants at ₹74 per equity share.
Regulatory Approvals
The preferential issue has secured necessary in-principle approvals from both BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, which were granted on May 12, 2026. Additionally, the members of the company had approved the issuance via a special resolution passed during the Extra-Ordinary General Meeting held on April 24, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for HFCL
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.00% | +7.65% | +48.55% | +165.69% | +108.33% | +304.82% |
How does HFCL plan to utilize the ₹138.75 crore raised from this warrant issuance?
What impact will the increased promoter stake have on HFCL's corporate governance and strategic decision-making?
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