HCC Board Approves ₹800 Crore Fundraise and Capital Increase
HCC's Board approved raising up to ₹800 crore via QIP, preferential allotment, or rights issue. Authorized share capital increased from ₹300 crore to ₹400 crore. The Board meeting was held on May 14, 2026. AGM date for FY26 will be announced later.
The approval to raise ₹800 crore and the increase in authorized share capital are substantial corporate actions that can significantly impact the company's financial structure and future growth prospects.
The company is planning to raise significant capital and increase its authorized share capital, which are generally positive steps for growth and financial flexibility.
Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) announced today, May 14, 2026, that its Board of Directors has approved a significant fundraising plan and an increase in its authorized share capital.
The company plans to raise up to ₹800 crore through various instruments, including qualified institutions placement, preferential allotment, rights issue, or a combination thereof. This move is subject to obtaining necessary regulatory and shareholder approvals.
Additionally, the Board has approved an increase in the company's authorized share capital from ₹300 crore to ₹400 crore. This involves an increase in the number of equity shares from 290 crore to 390 crore, with each share having a face value of ₹1. The number of redeemable preference shares remains at 1 crore, each with a face value of ₹10. Consequently, Clause V of the company's Memorandum of Association will be altered to reflect this change.
The Board meeting commenced at 1:30 p.m. and concluded at 4:45 p.m. The company will soon announce the date for its Annual General Meeting for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. Further disclosures as per SEBI's master circular are enclosed and available on the company's website.
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