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  • Ghorahi Cement Industry Resumes IPO Share Issue for General Public

    Ghorahi Cement Industry Resumes IPO Share Issue for General Public


    Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited will be reissuing its IPO shares to the general public. This decision was made after a temporary setback during the initial offering, where some investors applied for shares without having enough funds. The company has conducted a thorough investigation into the matter and has taken transparent and corrective actions. The reissuance of shares aims to provide a fair and transparent opportunity for interested investors to participate in the IPO. The reissuance period will be from the 22nd to the 24th of Ashad, 2080.

     

  • Announcement: Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund Limited Calls 1st Special General Meeting to Discuss Key Agendas and Shareholder Participation

    Announcement: Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund Limited Calls 1st Special General Meeting to Discuss Key Agendas and Shareholder Participation


    Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund Limited has announced its plans to hold the 1st Special General Meeting (SGM) on the 7th of Shrawan, 2080. The meeting will take place in Jhamsikhel, Lalitpur, and is scheduled to commence at 10 am on the aforementioned day.

    The SGM will address several important agendas that require the attention and participation of the shareholders. Firstly, there will be a proposal to amend the Articles of Association, which are the fundamental rules governing the company’s operations. This suggests that certain changes or updates are being considered to ensure the smooth functioning and adaptability of the organization.

    Additionally, another significant item on the agenda is the issuance of 100% right shares from the company’s paid-up capital. This means that existing shareholders will have the opportunity to acquire additional shares in proportion to their existing holdings. The Board of Directors (BODs) will be entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing this process, granting them full authority in its execution.

    Furthermore, the meeting aims to discuss the recruitment of strategic founding investors following the issuance of the right shares. This indicates the company’s intention to bring in new investors who can contribute strategically to the growth and development of the organization. By attracting these investors, Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund Limited aims to strengthen its financial position and gain valuable expertise and resources.

    It is important to note that the book closure date has been set for Ashad 28. This means that only shareholders registered before this date will be eligible to attend the SGM. Therefore, shareholders are urged to ensure their registration is completed before Ashad 28 to participate in this significant meeting.

    Overall, the 1st Special General Meeting of Nepal Infrastructures Investment Fund Limited holds great importance for the company and its shareholders. The proposed agendas, including the amendment of the Articles of Association, issuance of right shares, and recruitment of strategic founding investors, reflect the company’s efforts to enhance its operations and secure a strong financial foundation for future growth.

  • Upper Syange Hydropower Limited Announces IPO for General Public

    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited Announces IPO for General Public


    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited has released its offer letter, signaling its intention to issue an Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public. The company plans to issue 539,500 unit shares with a face value of Rs. 100 each, starting from the 10th of Ashad, 2080. The goal is to raise Rs. 5.39 crore through this IPO. The initial closing date for the subscription is the 13th of Ashad, with a possible extension until the 24th of Ashad, 2080, if the issue is not fully subscribed.

    Out of the total 650,000 units, 10% (65,000 units) has already been allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 5% (32,500 units) has been set aside for mutual funds, and 2% (13,000 units) has been allocated for the company’s employees. The remaining 539,500 units are available for the general public. Following the IPO issuance, the company’s paid-up capital will increase to Rs. 22 crores.

    Previously, the company had issued 2,20,000 unit shares worth Rs. 2.2 crores to project-affected locals in Lamjung District and 65,000 unit shares to Nepalese citizens working abroad. The promoter-public share ratio will be 60.45:39.55 after the completion of this IPO.

    Siddhartha Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO. Interested applicants can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 100,000 units.

    CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has reaffirmed the issuer rating of ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ for Upper Syange Hydropower Limited, indicating a moderate risk of default in meeting financial obligations in Nepal.

    Upper Syange Hydropower Limited, originally incorporated as Upper Syange Hydropower Private Limited on January 26, 2009, converted to a public limited company on March 30, 2017. The company is promoted by individual and institutional promoters from various backgrounds. It is currently working on the development of a 2.4 MW Run-of-River (RoR) Upper Syange Hydropower Project (USHP) in Lamjung district, following the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism.

  • Three Star Hydropower Limited Announces IPO Offering to the General Public, Seeking Rs 6.13 Crore

    Three Star Hydropower Limited Announces IPO Offering to the General Public, Seeking Rs 6.13 Crore


    Three Star Hydropower Limited has recently released an offer letter announcing its Initial Public Offering (IPO) to the general public. The company plans to issue 613,162 unit shares with a face value of Rs 100 each, starting from the 5th of Ashad, 2080. The objective is to raise Rs 6.13 crore through this IPO. The early closing date for the issue is set for the 8th of Ashad, with a possibility of extension until the 19th of Ashad, 2080 if the issue is not fully subscribed.

    Among the total 738,750 units, 10% (73,875 units) have already been issued and allocated to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 5% (36,938 units) have been reserved for mutual funds, and 2% (14,775 units) have been set aside for the employees of the company. The remaining 613,162 units are available for the general public. Following the IPO issuance, the paid-up capital of Three Star Hydropower Limited will reach Rs. 49.25 Crores.

    Previously, the company had issued 492,500 unit shares worth Rs. 4.92 crores to project-affected locals of Khotang District and 73,875 unit shares to Nepalese citizens working abroad. Overall, promoter shareholders hold 75% of the company’s shares.

    Himalayan Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO issuance. Interested individuals can submit applications for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 50,000 units.

    ICRA Nepal has assigned an issuer rating of [ICRANP-IR] B- (pronounced ICRA NP issuer rating B minus) to Three Star Hydropower Limited. This rating suggests a high risk of default regarding the timely servicing of financial obligations for issuers in this category.

  • Exciting Opportunities Await: Ridi Power Company Calls Special General Meeting for Lucrative Rights Offering and Capital Amendment

    Exciting Opportunities Await: Ridi Power Company Calls Special General Meeting for Lucrative Rights Offering and Capital Amendment


    Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) has announced its plan to hold a Special General Meeting (SGM) on 8th Ashad, 2080. The meeting will take place at the Indreni Complex in Naya Baneshwor, Kathmandu, starting at 11 am.

    One of the key proposals on the agenda is a rights offering of a 1:0.50 ratio, which means that existing shareholders will have the opportunity to purchase additional shares at a ratio of one share for every two shares held. The total number of rights shares being offered is 77,44,506 units, valued at Rs. 77.44 Crores. However, this issuance is subject to approval by the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON).

    The rights shares will be issued based on the company’s paid-up capital, which currently stands at Rs. 1,54,89,01,200. If approved, the authorized, issued, and paid-up capital of the company will increase accordingly. To facilitate these changes, the meeting will also seek to amend the relevant sections of the Articles of Association and grant full authority to the Board of Directors (BoDs) to carry out the necessary amendments as guided by the regulatory board.

    The book closure date for shareholders to be eligible to attend the SGM is Jestha 32. This means that shareholders who hold shares in the company on or before this date will have the right to participate in the meeting and have their voices heard.

    The SGM serves as an important platform for shareholders to discuss and decide on crucial matters related to the company’s future direction and growth.

  • Rawa Energy Development Limited Concludes IPO of 643,667 Unit Shares

    Rawa Energy Development Limited Concludes IPO of 643,667 Unit Shares


    Rawa Energy Development Limited has announced the closure of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) for the issuance of 643,667 unit shares with a face value of Rs. 100 per share. The IPO was opened on 18th Jestha, 2080 and will conclude on 22nd Jestha, 2080.

    Previously, the company had allocated 2,80,000 unit shares worth Rs. 2.8 crores to the project-affected locals of Khotang District. However, only 87,370 units were allotted to valid applicants, leaving 192,330 units unsubscribed. These unsubscribed shares, along with 560,000 units (20% of the issued capital reserved for the general public), make up a total of 752,330 units available for the general public.

    Out of the total 752,330 units, 56,000 units have been issued and allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 37,616 units have been set aside for mutual funds, and 15,047 units have been reserved for employees of the company. The remaining 643,667 units are available for the general public.

    The company aims to raise Rs. 6.43 crore through this IPO. Prabhu Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO issuance, and interested applicants can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 10,000 units.

    As of yesterday evening, the issue has already received a significant oversubscription. According to CDSC, a total of 869,645 applicants have applied for 95,86,400 units, indicating an oversubscription of 14.89 times.

    CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has assigned an issuer rating of ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ to Rawa Energy Development Limited. This rating signifies a moderate risk of default in the timely servicing of financial obligations in Nepal.

    Rawa Energy Development Ltd, incorporated on August 16, 2009, as a private limited company and later converted to a public limited company on June 28, 2019, is promoted by individuals with extensive experience in the hydropower and other sectors. The company operates the 3 MW Upper Rawa Khola Small Hydropower Project (URKHP) in Khotang District, which has been in commercial operation since September 20, 2020. The project follows the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism.

  • AHPC Board Decisions: Special General Meeting and Right Share Issuance

    AHPC Board Decisions: Special General Meeting and Right Share Issuance


    The Board of Directors of Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC) recently held a meeting at 3 PM, where they made significant decisions. One of the key resolutions reached during the meeting was to convene a Special General Meeting (SGM) on Ashad 07, 2080. The purpose of the SGM is to discuss and seek approval for various matters pertaining to the company.

    The primary agenda on the table is the endorsement of the issuance of right shares in a 1:1 ratio. This means that AHPC plans to issue 18,679,626 right shares with a par value of Rs. 100, amounting to a total value of Rs. 1.86 Arba. The intention behind issuing these right shares is twofold and has specific targets for the allocated funds.

    The first objective is to invest 50% of the total amount raised through the right shares, which corresponds to 9,339,813 unit right shares worth Rs. 93.39 crore, into the Likhu Khola Hydropower Project. This particular project, with a capacity of 30 MW, is being promoted by PK Hydropower Pvt. Ltd. By allocating these shares, AHPC aims to support the development and implementation of the Likhu Khola Hydropower Project.

    The second objective is to utilize the remaining 9,339,813 unit shares worth Rs. 93.39 crore to repay the loan taken by AHPC for the Kabeli ‘B’-1 Cascade Hydropower Project, located in Panchthar. The issuance of right shares will facilitate the company in meeting its financial obligations and reducing its debt burden.

    These decisions, which include calling for an SGM and endorsing the issuance of right shares with specific allocations, will be presented during the Special General Meeting. It is during this meeting that AHPC’s shareholders will have the opportunity to discuss, deliberate, and ultimately vote on these matters. The outcomes of the SGM will shape the future actions and direction of Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited.

  • Rawa Energy Development Limited Launches IPO Offering of 643,667 Shares to Raise Rs. 6.43 Crore

    Rawa Energy Development Limited Launches IPO Offering of 643,667 Shares to Raise Rs. 6.43 Crore


    Rawa Energy Development Limited has announced the opening of its initial public offering (IPO) of 643,667 unit shares with a face value of Rs. 100 per share. The IPO subscription period begins on 18th Jestha, 2080 and ends on 22nd Jestha. In the event of undersubscription, the closing date may be extended until 32nd Jestha, 2080.

    Previously, the company had issued 280,000 unit shares worth Rs. 2.8 crores to project-affected locals in Khotang District. However, only 87,370 units were allotted to valid applicants, leaving 192,330 units unsubscribed. These remaining shares, along with 560,000 units (20% of the issued capital) reserved for the general public, make up a total of 752,330 units available for the general public.

    Out of the total 752,330 units, 56,000 units have already been issued and allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, while 37,616 units have been set aside for mutual funds, and 15,047 units have been reserved for the company’s employees. The remaining 643,667 units are offered to the general public.

    The company aims to raise Rs. 6.43 crore through this IPO. Prabhu Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO, and interested applicants can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 10,000 units.

    CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has assigned an issuer rating of ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ to Rawa Energy Development Limited. This rating suggests a moderate risk of default in terms of timely financial obligations in Nepal.

    Rawa Energy Development Ltd, initially incorporated as a private limited company on August 16, 2009, later converted to a public limited company on June 28, 2019. The company is promoted by experienced individuals in the hydropower and other sectors, with a focus on developing hydroelectric projects in Nepal. The company’s flagship project is the 3 MW Upper Rawa Khola Small Hydropower Project (URKHP) in Khotang District, which has been in commercial operation since September 20, 2020. The project follows the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism.

  • Rawa Energy Development Limited Launches IPO Offering 643,667 Unit Shares for Public Subscription

    Rawa Energy Development Limited Launches IPO Offering 643,667 Unit Shares for Public Subscription


    Rawa Energy Development Limited has initiated the issuance of 643,667 unit IPO shares, with a face value of Rs 100 per share, starting from today, the 18th of Jestha, 2080. The IPO is set to conclude on the 22nd of Jestha, and if the subscription falls short, the deadline may be extended until the 32nd of Jestha.

    In the past, the company allocated shares worth Rs. 2.8 crores to project-affected locals in the Khotang District. However, only 31.2% of the shares, amounting to 87,370 units, were allotted to eligible applicants. Consequently, the remaining 192,330 units of unsubscribed shares from the project-affected locals are now combined with 560,000 units, which represents 20% of the issued capital and is reserved for the general public. This brings the total number of shares available for the general public to 752,330 units.

    Out of the total shares, 56,000 units have already been issued and allocated to Nepalese citizens working abroad, while 37,616 units have been set aside for mutual funds, and 15,047 units are reserved for the company’s employees. The remaining 643,667 units are now made available for the general public to participate in the IPO.

    The company aims to raise a total of Rs 6.43 crore from this IPO. Prabhu Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager to oversee the IPO process. Interested investors can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 10,000 units.

    CARE Ratings Nepal Limited (CRNL) has assigned an issuer rating of ‘CARE-NP BB (Is)’ to Rawa Energy Development Limited, indicating a moderate risk of default in terms of fulfilling financial obligations in Nepal.

    Rawa Energy Development Ltd is a public limited company that was initially incorporated as a private limited company on August 16, 2009, and subsequently converted to a public limited company on June 28, 2019. The company is promoted by experienced individuals with a strong background in the hydropower sector and other industries. Their focus is on establishing Hydroelectric Projects (HEP) in Nepal. The company currently operates the Upper Rawa Khola Small Hydropower Project (URKHP) with a capacity of 3 MW in the Khotang District. The project has been in commercial operation since September 20, 2020, and was constructed under the BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, and Transfer) mechanism.

  • Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Concludes FPO Issuance, Oversubscribed 39.4 Times

    Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited Concludes FPO Issuance, Oversubscribed 39.4 Times


    Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (UNLB) is concluding the issuance of its 379,425 unit FPO (Further Public Offering) shares to the general public. The issue, which began on 11th Jestha, 2080, will close today on 17th Jestha.

    Currently, the company has a paid-up capital of Rs. 11.06 crores, with 94.01% of shares (10,40,025 units) held by promoter shareholders and 5.99% (66,300 units) held by public shareholders. However, as per the requirements of the Banks and Financial Institutions Act of 2073 and the NRB (Nepal Rastra Bank), a minimum of 30% of the issued capital must be retained by public shareholders. Therefore, the company will issue 3,79,425 units of FPO shares to the general public. After the FPO, the promoter-to-public share structure will change from 94:6 to 70:30.

    It is important to note that Unique Nepal Laghubitta had initially planned to issue an IPO for 2.70 lakh shares. However, following a successful merger with Ghodighoda Laghubitta, the joint operation under the name of Unique Nepal Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited commenced on 30th Poush, 2078. As Ghodighoda Laghubitta was already a publicly listed company, the merged entity opted for an FPO to adjust the shareholding ratio.

    The company aims to raise Rs. 3.79 crore through this FPO. Muktinath Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for the FPO. Investors can apply for a minimum of 10 units and a maximum of 1000 units. The paid-up capital of the company will increase to Rs. 14.85 crores after the issuance of the mentioned FPO shares.

    According to CDSC (Central Depository System and Clearing Limited), a total of 12,85,226 applications have been received, requesting a total of 14,961,420 units. As a result, the issue is already oversubscribed by 39.4 times.

  • Lumbini Bikas Bank Limited Opens 11% Debenture 2089 Issuance to General Public and Institutions

    Lumbini Bikas Bank Limited Opens 11% Debenture 2089 Issuance to General Public and Institutions


    Lumbini Bikas Bank Limited (LBBL) has commenced the issuance of “11% LBBL Debenture 2089” to the general public and institutions. The debenture, which has a maturity period of 10 years and offers a coupon rate of 11%, will be available for application starting from today until the 19th of Jestha, 2080. In the event that the issue is not fully subscribed, the deadline may be extended until Jestha 30, 2080.

    A total of 10,00,000 units of the debenture will be issued at a par value of Rs. 1000 per unit. Among the total units, 60% (6,00,000 units) will be subscribed through private placement, while the remaining 4,00,000 units worth Rs. 40 crores will be open for public issue. Additionally, 5% of the public issue is allocated for mutual funds. The issuance aims to raise a total of Rs. 1 Arba.

    Nabil Investment Banking Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for this process. Investors have the opportunity to apply for a minimum of 25 units and a maximum of 1,00,000 units.

  • Kumari Bank Limited Initiates Auction of Promoter Shares to General Public

    Kumari Bank Limited Initiates Auction of Promoter Shares to General Public


    The promoters of Kumari Bank Limited (KBL) have decided to sell 7,57,699 units of their shares through an auction. This auction is open to individual investors, companies, and institutions, and will take place from 16th Jestha to 22nd Jestha, 2080.

    Interested bidders can participate in the auction with a minimum bid rate of Rs. 121 per share. The minimum bid quantity for the promoter shares is set at 1000 units. Bidders can place bids for the entire share issue, but they must adhere to the Nepal Rastra Bank’s guidelines regarding the maximum quantity of shares that can be held by a single entity.

    NIBL Ace Capital Limited has been appointed as the auction manager for this process. Bids will be opened at the auction manager’s premises on 23rd Jestha, 2080.

    At present, the Last Traded Price (LTP) of KBL shares stands at Rs. 168.