Vedanta QIP News Today
On July 15, mining conglomerate Vedanta Ltd announced the launch of a qualified institutional placement (QIP) to raise up to ₹6,688 crore, setting the floor price at ₹461.26 per equity share. On Monday, Vedanta share price closed at ₹459.40, up by ₹9.95 or 2.21% on the BSE.
Shareholder Approval and Fundraising Goals
This fundraising initiative follows shareholder approval on June 21 to raise up to ₹8,500 crore. The company's board had approved raising funds through equity and other equity-linked instruments in May. The base size of the QIP is ₹5,016 crore, with a greenshoe option of an additional ₹1,672 crore.
Impact on Promoter Holdings and Lock-In Period
At the base price, the promoter's dilution will be 3.1% of the total equity, increasing to 4.1% if the greenshoe option is exercised. Post-QIP, there will be a 60-day lock-in period for promoters and the company.
Financial Performance
Vedanta recently reported a 27% drop in net profit for Q4 FY24 due to declining metal prices and subdued performance in the oil and gas segment.
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Utilisation of QIP Proceeds
The primary goals of the QIP are debt reduction and funding ongoing capital expenditures. Vedanta's capital expenditure target for the current fiscal year is $1.9 billion, up from $1.4 billion last year. The funds raised will also help retire high-cost debt, potentially boosting the company's profits.
Debt Profile
As of March 2024, Vedanta had a consolidated net debt of ₹56,338 crore and a net-debt to operating profit ratio of 1.5 times. The company's gross debt stood at ₹71,759 crore, with 82% in Indian rupees and the remainder in foreign currencies. Vedanta's debt structure includes ₹69,062 crore in term debt, ₹1,159 crore in working capital loans, and ₹1,538 crore in short-term borrowings.
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