HDFC Mutual Fund Increases Shareholding in Blue Dart Express to 7.17%
HDFC Mutual Fund has increased its shareholding in Blue Dart Express Ltd from 5.01% to 7.17% as of January 20, 2026, acquiring 5,12,018 shares through open market transactions. The disclosure was made under SEBI regulations, with the acquisition involving multiple HDFC fund schemes. Blue Dart Express has a paid-up equity share capital of ₹23,72,79,340.00 comprising 2,37,27,934 equity shares of ₹10.00 each.
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Blue Dart Express has received a regulatory disclosure from HDFC Mutual Fund regarding a substantial increase in shareholding. The mutual fund has raised its stake in the logistics company from 5.01% to 7.17% as of January 20, 2026, marking a significant institutional investment move.
Shareholding Details
The disclosure, made under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, reveals the following shareholding changes:
| Parameter | Before Acquisition | After Acquisition | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Shares | 11,89,672 | 17,01,690 | +5,12,018 |
| Shareholding Percentage | 5.01% | 7.17% | +2.16% |
| Acquisition Date | August 06, 2025 | January 20, 2026 | - |
Company Share Capital Structure
Blue Dart Express maintains a stable equity structure with the following details:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Paid-up Equity Share Capital | ₹23,72,79,340.00 |
| Total Equity Shares | 2,37,27,934 |
| Face Value per Share | ₹10.00 |
| Stock Exchange Listing | BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited |
Acquisition Method and Schemes Involved
The shares were acquired through open market transactions on January 20, 2026. The acquisition involved multiple HDFC Mutual Fund schemes, demonstrating diversified institutional interest:
- HDFC BSE 500 ETF and Index Fund
- HDFC Dividend Yield Fund
- HDFC Balanced Advantage Fund
- HDFC Large and Mid Cap Fund
- HDFC Manufacturing Fund
- HDFC NIFTY 500 MULTICAP 50:25:25 Index Fund
- HDFC Hybrid Equity Fund
- HDFC Retirement Savings Fund (Equity and Hybrid-Equity Plans)
- HDFC NIFTY Small Cap 250 ETF and Index Fund
- HDFC Small Cap Fund
- HDFC Transportation and Logistics Fund
- HDFC Infrastructure Fund
- HDFC Multi-Asset Allocation Fund
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was submitted by Dinesh Bhakade, Deputy Vice President - Compliance at HDFC Asset Management Company Limited, serving as the Investment Manager for HDFC Mutual Fund schemes. The communication was addressed to Tushar Gunderia, Head (Legal & Compliance) & Company Secretary at Blue Dart Express Ltd, and copied to the listing departments of both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited.
HDFC Mutual Fund confirmed that it does not belong to the promoter or promoter group of Blue Dart Express. The acquisition represents a strategic investment decision by one of India's leading mutual fund houses in the logistics and express delivery sector.
Historical Stock Returns for Blue Dart Express
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.54% | -2.49% | -2.47% | -21.38% | -19.83% | +25.59% |
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