Tag: Issuance

  • TPC Proposes 100% Rights Share Issuance for Hydropower Project and Investments

    TPC Proposes 100% Rights Share Issuance for Hydropower Project and Investments


    Terhathum Power Company Limited (TPC) has suggested giving 100% rights shares to its existing shareholders. This decision was taken during a meeting of the Board of Directors on Ashad 12, 2080. The main aim behind issuing these rights shares is to support the progress of the Khorunga Tangmaya Khola hydropower project, which has a capacity of 2 MW. Furthermore, the funds generated from the rights shares will be utilized for investments in other hydropower companies that provide dividends to their investors.

     

  • “Dibyashwari Hydropower Company Proposes 100% Right Share Issuance”

    “Dibyashwari Hydropower Company Proposes 100% Right Share Issuance”


    Dibyashwari Hydropower Company Limited (DHPL) recently held a Board of Directors (BOD) meeting where they proposed to issue 100% right shares to their shareholders. Currently, DHPL has 2,640,000 unit shares listed in the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE) and a paid-up capital of Rs. 26.40 Crores. With the issuance of the proposed right shares, the company’s paid-up capital will increase to Rs. 52.8 Crores. DHPL intends to utilize the funds raised from this issuance to clear the loans it has taken from banks.

     

  • Ghorahi Cement Optimistic about IPO Resumption after SEBON Investigation

    Ghorahi Cement Optimistic about IPO Resumption after SEBON Investigation


     

    .Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited has expressed its belief that the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) will restart the process of issuing initial public offerings (IPOs) after conducting a thorough investigation. In a press release, the company addressed the dissemination of false information aimed at tarnishing its reputation in relation to its IPO issuance. The company firmly stated its commitment to transparently addressing and clarifying any allegations made against it.

     

  • Nepal Republic Media Limited Concludes Oversubscribed IPO Issuance

    Nepal Republic Media Limited Concludes Oversubscribed IPO Issuance


    Nepal Republic Media Limited, the publication house behind Nagarik Nepali Daily, Republica English Daily, and Shukrabar Weekly, is closing the issuance of its Initial Public Offering (IPO) today, on Jestha 30, 2080. The IPO opened on Jestha 26, 2080.

    The company has an issued capital of Rs. 96.75 crores, out of which 44.99% or 43,53,000 unit shares worth Rs. 43.53 crores have been allocated to the general public. Among these shares, 10% (4,35,300 units) were specifically issued to Nepalese citizens working abroad, while 4% (174,120 units) have been reserved for the employees of the company. Additionally, 5% (217,650 units) of the total shares on offer have been set aside for mutual funds. The remaining 35,25,930 units are available for the general public.

    Mega Capital Markets has been appointed as the issue manager for this IPO issuance. The minimum application quantity allowed for both the general public and Nepalese citizens working abroad is 10 units, while the maximum quantity is set at 500 units.

    According to the Central Depository System and Clearing Limited (CDSC), a total of 983,200 applicants have applied for a combined total of 10,743,740 units as of yesterday evening. This indicates that the IPO has been oversubscribed by a factor of 2.96 times so far.

    Infomerics Credit Rating Nepal Limited (Infomerics Nepal) has assigned Nepal Republic Media Limited an issuer rating of IRN B+ (Is) [Single B Plus (Issuer)]. This rating suggests a higher risk of default in terms of timely financial obligations.

    Nepal Republic Media Limited, incorporated in August 2008 as New Republic Media Private Ltd and later converted to Nepal Republic Media Ltd in June 2021, is the first media sector company to issue an IPO to the general public. The company, founded by Mr. Binod Raj Gyawali, aims to disseminate news through its various publications.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Chhyangdi Hydropower Appoints BoK Capital Market as Issue Manager for Right Share Issuance

    Chhyangdi Hydropower Appoints BoK Capital Market as Issue Manager for Right Share Issuance


    Chhyangdi Hydropower has chosen BoK Capital Market as the issue manager for its upcoming issuance of right shares. The company plans to offer existing shareholders the opportunity to purchase additional shares in a 1:1 ratio, totaling approximately Rs 38.69 crore. This move aims to strengthen shareholder ownership and support the company’s growth in the hydropower sector.

  • Summit Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha AGM Announced: Dividend Endorsement, Merger Proposal, and FPO Agenda on the Table

    Summit Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha AGM Announced: Dividend Endorsement, Merger Proposal, and FPO Agenda on the Table


    Summit Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (SMFDB) has announced the date for its 14th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 30th Jestha, 2080. The meeting is scheduled to take place at Arniko Party Palace in Banepa, commencing at 10:30 AM.

    One of the key agendas of the AGM is the endorsement of a 14.276582% dividend for the fiscal year 2078/79. During the 33rd board of directors meeting held on Falgun 15, it was decided to distribute this dividend on the paid-up capital of Rs. 49.40 crores. The proposed dividend includes a bonus dividend of 13.562753%, amounting to Rs. 6.70 crores, and a cash dividend of 0.713829%, equivalent to Rs. 35.26 lakhs (for tax purposes).

    Additionally, the AGM will discuss and vote on resolutions related to the Due Diligence Audit and Memorandum of Understanding for the proposed merger between Summit Laghubitta and National Microfinance Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (NMFBS). The share swap ratio for the merger has been set at 100:82, meaning that for every 100 units of Summit’s shares, shareholders will receive 82-unit shares of National Microfinance.

    Furthermore, the meeting will address the issuance of Further Public Offerings (FPO) to the general public, aiming to increase the company’s public shareholding ratio by 30%. Currently, the promoter to public shareholding ratio of the company stands at 80.63:19.37. There is also an agenda to raise the authorized capital to Rs. 70 crores.

    It is important to note that the book closure date has been set on Jestha 18. Shareholders who hold shares before this date will be eligible for the dividend payout and are welcome to attend the AGM. These discussions and resolutions signify the company’s efforts to enhance shareholder value and explore opportunities for growth and expansion.

  • LBBL Announces 11% Debenture Issuance for Public and Institutions

    LBBL Announces 11% Debenture Issuance for Public and Institutions


    Lumbini Bikas Bank Limited (LBBL) has announced its plan to issue 10,00,000 units of “11% LBBL Debenture 2089” to the general public and institutions. The debenture has a maturity period of 10 years and offers an 11% coupon rate. The application period for the debenture will be open from 16th Jestha to 19th Jestha, 2080, with a possible extension to Jestha 30, 2080, if the issue is not fully subscribed.

    The debenture will be issued at a par value of Rs. 1000 per unit, totaling 10 lakh units. Of these, 60% (6 lakh units) will be subscribed through private placement, while the remaining 4 lakh units worth Rs. 40 Crores will be available for the public to apply, with 5% allocated for mutual funds. The issuance aims to raise a total of Rs. 1 Arba.

    Nabil Investment Banking Limited will act as the issue manager for this debenture issuance. Interested investors can apply for a minimum of 25 units and a maximum of 1,00,000 units.

  • Arun Valley Hydropower Granted Approval to Issue 1:1 Right Shares for Shareholders

    Arun Valley Hydropower Granted Approval to Issue 1:1 Right Shares for Shareholders


     

    Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC) has received approval from the Electricity Regulatory Commission to issue right shares to its shareholders on a 1:1 basis. This means that each existing shareholder will have the opportunity to purchase one additional share for every share they currently hold.

    The decision to issue right shares was proposed during a board of directors meeting. AHPC plans to offer a total of 18,679,626 right shares, with a par value of Rs. 100 each, amounting to a value of Rs. 1.86 Arba. Out of this, half of the funds raised, approximately Rs. 93.39 crore, will be invested in the Likhu Khola Hydropower Project (30 MW) developed by PK Hydropower Pvt. Ltd. The remaining amount will be used to repay a loan taken by AHPC for the Kabeli ‘B’-1 Cascade Hydropower Project in Panchthar.

    However, it’s important to note that the issuance of the right shares is still pending final approval from the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON), in addition to the endorsement received from the Electricity Regulatory Commission.

  • NMB Bank has completed the sale of its 10.75% -2089/2090 NMB Debenture.

    NMB Bank has completed the sale of its 10.75% -2089/2090 NMB Debenture.


    NMB Bank Ltd issued 40 lakh units of Debenture totaling Rs. 4,00,00,00,000 under the issue and sales management of NIBL Ace Capital Limited (Four Arba Rupees Only). The debenture has a 10-year term and pays 10.75% interest per year.

    The “NMB Debenture 10.75% – 2089/2090” issue was opened on 2079/12/21, was oversubscribed in 4 days, and was closed on 2079/12/