HDFC Mutual Fund raises UTI AMC stake to 5.28% via open market buys
- HDFC Mutual Fund raised stake in UTI AMC to 5.28% from 4.89%
- Acquired 5,02,179 shares worth 0.39% via open market
- Total holding stands at 67,84,787 shares as on September 1, 2026
- Transaction disclosed under SEBI SAST Regulation 29(1)

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HDFC Mutual Fund schemes have increased their equity stake in UTI Asset Management Company Limited to 5.28% of the paid-up capital following open market acquisitions.
The acquisition brings the aggregate holding of HDFC Mutual Fund to 67,84,787 shares as on September 1, 2026. This represents an addition of 5,02,179 shares, or 0.39% of the total voting capital, purchased during the reporting period.
Acquisition Details
The purchase was executed through various HDFC Mutual Fund schemes acting in concert. The transaction was disclosed under Regulation 29(1) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.
| Metric | Before Acquisition | Acquisition | After Acquisition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shares Held | 62,82,608 | 5,02,179 | 67,84,787 |
| Holding (%) | 4.89% | 0.39% | 5.28% |
The schemes involved in the acquisition include the HDFC BSE 500 ETF, HDFC Dividend Yield Fund, HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund, and HDFC Small Cap Fund, among others managed by HDFC Asset Management Company Limited.
Capital Structure Context
UTI Asset Management Company Limited has a paid-up equity share capital of ₹1,28,53,90,280, comprising 12,85,39,028 equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each. The total share capital remained unchanged following this acquisition.
No encumbrances, pledges, or convertible securities were reported in connection with these holdings. The acquirer is not part of the promoter group.
Historical Stock Returns for UTI AMC
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.02% | -1.14% | -3.84% | -8.94% | -34.75% | -25.04% |
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