GIC Private Limited Trims Stake in Max Healthcare to 5.813%
GIC Private Limited, acting for the Government of Singapore (GOS) and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has sold 960,808 shares of Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. This reduced their combined stake from 5.912% to 5.813%. The Government of Singapore's stake decreased to 4.508%, while MAS's stake is now 1.305%. This sale triggered a disclosure under SEBI takeover regulations.

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Max Healthcare Institute , acting on behalf of the Government of Singapore (GOS) and Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has reduced its stake in Max Healthcare Institute Ltd through a series of open market transactions. The most recent sale triggered a disclosure requirement under takeover regulations.
Details of the Transaction
GIC Private Limited sold a total of 960,808 equity shares of Max Healthcare Institute Ltd. This sale resulted in a reduction of their combined holding from 57,476,494 shares (5.912% of the company) to 56,515,686 shares (5.813%).
The breakdown of the sale is as follows:
| Entity | Shares Sold | Stake Reduction |
|---|---|---|
| Government of Singapore | 784,744 | 0.081% |
| Monetary Authority of Singapore | 176,064 | 0.018% |
Impact on Shareholding
Following this transaction, the shareholding structure has changed:
| Entity | Previous Stake | New Stake |
|---|---|---|
| Government of Singapore | 4.589% | 4.508% |
| Monetary Authority of Singapore | 1.323% | 1.305% |
| Combined GIC Holding | 5.912% | 5.813% |
Historical Context
It's worth noting that GIC's stake in Max Healthcare has been steadily decreasing over time. In their last major disclosure in August 2022, GIC held a 7.85% stake in the company. Since then, they have been gradually reducing their position through multiple non-reportable tranches.
Regulatory Compliance
The recent sale triggered the disclosure requirement under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. GIC Private Limited, as the investment manager acting on behalf of both the Government of Singapore and the Monetary Authority of Singapore, has the power to exercise voting rights for all the shares it manages.
Company Overview
Max Healthcare Institute Ltd is a prominent healthcare services provider in India, listed on both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited. The company's total equity share capital stood at 972,236,431 shares.
This transaction highlights the ongoing portfolio adjustments by major institutional investors in the Indian healthcare sector. While GIC remains a significant shareholder in Max Healthcare, their gradual reduction in stake over the past few years suggests a strategic realignment of their investment in the company.
Historical Stock Returns for Max Healthcare Institute
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.82% | -6.59% | -5.23% | -4.64% | +4.99% | +747.44% |














































