J.K. Investors (Bombay) Limited has created a fresh pledge on 2,00,000 shares of Raymond Lifestyle Limited with Bajaj Finance Limited as collateral for loans taken by the company and group companies. The pledge creation was executed on January 8, 2026, and formally disclosed to stock exchanges on January 14, 2026, in compliance with SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.

Pledge Transaction Details

The latest pledge transaction has increased J.K. Investors' total encumbered shareholding in Raymond Lifestyle Limited. The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 31(2) of SEBI Takeover Regulations for creation of encumbrances on promoter shares.

Updated Shareholding Position

Following the fresh pledge creation, J.K. Investors' shareholding and encumbrance position in Raymond Lifestyle Limited has been updated. The promoter entity maintains its substantial holding while increasing its pledged portion.

Promoter Group Holdings

The disclosure also provides a comprehensive view of other promoter group entities' shareholdings in Raymond Lifestyle Limited. Other significant promoter holdings include J.K. Investo Trade (India) Limited with 66,20,069 shares (10.87%) and J.K. Helene Curtis Limited holding 28,73,640 shares (4.72%). Raymond Limited, another group entity, holds 15,05,000 shares representing 2.47% of the total share capital.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made by Arun Agarwal, Authorised Signatory of J.K. Investors (Bombay) Limited, and submitted to both BSE Limited (Scrip Code: 544240) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (Symbol: RAYMONDLSL). The company has also informed Raymond Lifestyle Limited's management at their registered office in Thane, Maharashtra, ensuring full regulatory compliance under SEBI guidelines.

Raymond Lifestyle Limited has announced the grant of 11,04,470 stock options to eligible employees under its Employee Stock Option Plan 2025 (RLL ESOP 2025). The Nomination and Remuneration Committee approved this grant during its meeting held on January 09, 2026, which commenced at 3:30 p.m. and concluded at 3:50 p.m.

Stock Option Grant Details

The stock options have been granted to eligible employees who are currently holding options under the Raymond Employees Stock Option Plan 2023. The grant represents a significant employee benefit initiative by the company to retain and incentivize its workforce.

Scheme Structure and Compliance

The RLL ESOP 2025 scheme operates in full compliance with the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. The scheme is designed to benefit employees of the company and its group companies, including holding, subsidiary, and associate companies.

Key features of the scheme include:

• The Nomination and Remuneration Committee acts as the Compensation Committee for scheme supervision
• The Trust administers the ESOP scheme under committee guidance
• Shares can be acquired through fresh issue subscription or secondary acquisition
• Maximum vesting period is capped at five years from the original Raymond Limited grant date

Vesting and Performance Parameters

The vesting of options follows both time-based and performance-based criteria. Performance parameters include market capitalization, revenue, EBITDA, Return on Capital Employed, and other metrics as determined by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. This structure ensures that option benefits are aligned with company performance and employee contribution.

Regulatory Disclosure

The company has made this disclosure pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and in accordance with SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024. The intimation has also been uploaded on the company's website at www.raymondlifestyle.com for stakeholder access.

This stock option grant represents Raymond Lifestyle Limited's continued commitment to employee engagement and retention through equity participation, allowing eligible employees to benefit from the company's long-term growth and performance.