V.K. Mercantile Private Limited Acquires Additional 35,000 Equity Shares in Dollar Industries Limited
V.K. Mercantile Private Limited has made another strategic acquisition in Dollar Industries Limited, purchasing 35,000 equity shares through open market transactions. This latest acquisition increases the promoter group entity's shareholding from 14.00% to 14.06%, bringing total holdings to 79,74,670 shares. The transaction was properly disclosed under SEBI regulations and demonstrates continued investment confidence by the promoter group.

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V.K. Mercantile Private Limited has disclosed another acquisition of equity shares in Dollar Industries Limited, this time acquiring 35,000 equity shares through open market purchase. The latest acquisition was completed and reported to both the National Stock Exchange and BSE Limited, demonstrating continued investment by the promoter group entity.
Latest Acquisition Details
The recent share acquisition involved 35,000 equity shares representing 0.06% of Dollar Industries' total share capital. V.K. Mercantile, which belongs to the promoter group of Dollar Industries, made this purchase through open market transactions.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Shares Acquired | 35,000 |
| Mode of Purchase | Open Market Purchase |
| Percentage Acquired | 0.06% |
| Acquisition Type | Equity Shares |
Updated Shareholding Position
Following this latest acquisition, V.K. Mercantile's shareholding in Dollar Industries has increased further. The company's total holding has moved from 79,39,670 shares to 79,74,670 shares, representing an increase from 14.00% to 14.06% of the total voting capital.
| Shareholding Position | Before Latest Acquisition | After Latest Acquisition |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Shares | 79,39,670 | 79,74,670 |
| Percentage Holding | 14.00% | 14.06% |
| Voting Rights | 14.00% | 14.06% |
Company Information
Dollar Industries Limited maintains its equity share capital at 5,67,16,120 equity shares of INR 2/- each, totaling INR 11,34,32,240. The company's shares continue to be listed on both BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited.
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made in accordance with Regulation 29(3) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The filing was signed by Ankit Gupta, Director of V.K. Mercantile Private Limited (DIN: 07194153), and submitted from the company's Kolkata office.
V.K. Mercantile Private Limited, incorporated with CIN U51109WB1989PTC047489, operates from Om Tower on Chowringhee Road in Kolkata and maintains its status as part of Dollar Industries' promoter group. This latest acquisition demonstrates the continued confidence of the promoter group in Dollar Industries' prospects.
Historical Stock Returns for Dollar Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.73% | -3.12% | -19.46% | -33.48% | -33.04% | +2.95% |






























