Tag: Limited

  • “SEED Energy Joins Forces with NMB Capital for IPO Advisory”

    “SEED Energy Joins Forces with NMB Capital for IPO Advisory”


     

    SEED Energy Limited, a company supported by SEED Investment Private Limited, has joined forces with Nepal’s renowned merchant bank, NMB Capital Limited. This exciting collaboration marks a significant step as SEED Energy gets ready to introduce its ordinary shares to the public through an Initial Public Offering (IPO). This move is part of SEED Energy’s expansion into diverse economic sectors, including Hydropower, Infrastructure Manufacturing, and Hotels.

    Mr. Pankaj Chandra Shrestha, Chairman of SEED Energy, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We’re excited to share that SEED Energy is gearing up for an IPO of its ordinary shares, and we’re delighted to partner with NMB Capital as our trusted advisor for the IPO process. NMB Capital’s expertise will greatly assist us as we journey toward this important milestone. This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering value to all our stakeholders.”

     

  • “Transition to Public Entities Enables IPO Authorization for Private Limited Companies”

    “Transition to Public Entities Enables IPO Authorization for Private Limited Companies”


     

    Once a private limited company becomes a public entity, it will have the ability to initiate an initial public offering (IPO) after gaining approval.

    In a recent cabinet meeting on Tuesday, the Securities Registration and Issuance (Seventh Amendment) Regulations of 2080 were given the green light. This approval introduced new rules to the capital market, following recommendations from the Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON). Additionally, the need for a

  • “Sonapur Minerals Granted IPO Permission”

    “Sonapur Minerals Granted IPO Permission”


    Sonapur Minerals and Oil Limited has received approval from Nepal’s Securities Board (SEBON) to conduct its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on Shrawan 17. They will issue 1,23,200 unit shares at a premium price. The shares will be offered at Rs 225 per share to locals and employees, and at Rs 237.58 per share to the general public. NIMB Ace Capital will be the issue manager for the share offering. The company had applied for permission to conduct the IPO on the 4th of Asoj.

     

  • “Arun Kabeli Power Limited Lists 18,55,211 Unit Bonus Shares on NEPSE after Approving 10.5263% Dividend for Fiscal Year 2078/79”

    “Arun Kabeli Power Limited Lists 18,55,211 Unit Bonus Shares on NEPSE after Approving 10.5263% Dividend for Fiscal Year 2078/79”


    A total of 18,55,211 unit bonus shares of Arun Kabeli Power Limited (AKPL) have recently been listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE). The listing comes after the company’s 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on the 30th of Kartik, where a dividend of 10.5263% for the fiscal year 2078/79 was approved. The board of directors, during a meeting on Kartik 06, decided to distribute this dividend based on the paid-up capital, which stands at Rs. 1.85 Arba.

    The proposed dividend consists of 10% bonus shares valued at Rs. 18.55 Crores and a cash dividend of 0.5263% amounting to Rs. 1.05 Crores. These bonus shares are now officially listed on the NEPSE, making them available for trading.

    As of the current writing, the Last Traded Price (LTP) of AKPL stands at Rs. 227.50. Investors and shareholders will be able to trade the newly listed bonus shares on the exchange, reflecting the company’s distribution of profits among its shareholders for the specified fiscal year.

  • “Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited Initiates IPO Issue for Nepalese Citizens Working Abroad”

    “Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited Initiates IPO Issue for Nepalese Citizens Working Abroad”


    Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited has commenced the issuance of 9,60,000 unit IPO shares exclusively for Nepalese citizens working abroad, starting from today, 1st Shrawan. The IPO issue will remain open until the 15th Shrawan, 2080.

    The total issued capital of the life insurance company amounts to Rs. 3.2 Arba, of which 30% or 96,00,000 unit shares will be made available to the public, including Nepalese citizens working abroad and the general public. Among the total shares being issued, 10% or 960,000 units have been allocated specifically for Nepalese citizens working abroad. The remaining 86,40,000 units will be issued later to the general public, encompassing employees of the company and mutual funds.

    The IPO shares will be offered at a price of Rs. 239 per share, which includes a premium price of Rs. 139 in addition to the face value of Rs. 100.

    Nepal SBI Merchant Banking has been appointed as the issue manager for the IPO, which aims to raise a total of Rs. 2.22 Arba for Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited. Out of this amount, Rs. 1.26 Arba will be allocated as the premium amount, while the remaining portion will contribute to the company’s paid-up capital.

    Established on August 2, 2017, Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited is a licensed life insurance company authorized by the Insurance Board. The company offers a diverse range of products, including Money Back, Endowment, Whole Life, and Term Assurance products, through its extensive sales network. As of mid-December 2019, the company boasted a branch network of 21 (including the head office), 56 sub-branches, and 15,838 insurance agents.

    In addition, CRNL (Credit Rating Nepal Limited) has assigned a grading of ‘CARE-NP IPO Grade 4’ to the proposed IPO of Sun Nepal Life Insurance Company Limited, indicating below-average fundamentals. The company intends to issue 60 lakh shares with a target of raising Rs. 60 crores through the IPO.

  • Listing of 3,29,959.37 Unit Bonus Shares of Kisan Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (KLBSL) on NEPSE

    Listing of 3,29,959.37 Unit Bonus Shares of Kisan Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (KLBSL) on NEPSE


    A total of 3,29,959.37 unit bonus shares of Kisan Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (KLBSL) have been listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE). This listing marks the inclusion of the bonus shares in the trading system.

    During the company’s 4th Annual General Meeting held on 28th Chaitra, a dividend of 7.3684% was endorsed for the fiscal year 2078/79, amounting to Rs. 3.47 crores. This dividend was approved from the company’s paid-up capital of Rs. 47.13 crores. The decision made during the 112th board of directors meeting held on Falgun 09 included the distribution of 7% bonus shares worth Rs. 3.29 crores and a cash dividend of 0.3684% (for tax purposes) worth Rs. 17.36 lakhs.

    KLBSL’s last closing price on the previous Thursday was recorded at Rs. 710. This provides an indication of the company’s stock performance in the market.

    In summary, 3,29,959.37 unit bonus shares of KLBSL have been listed on NEPSE. The company’s 4th AGM endorsed a dividend of 7.3684%, which includes bonus shares and cash dividend. KLBSL’s last recorded closing price was Rs. 710.

  • Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited Concludes IPO Allotment, Reissues Shares to Public

    Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited Concludes IPO Allotment, Reissues Shares to Public


    The IPO allotment of Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited took place at the premises of Nabil Investment Banking Limited in Naxal, Kathmandu. The company had initially issued 69,11,670 units of IPO shares at a price of Rs. 435 per unit (including a premium of Rs. 335) to the general public on Jestha 32, 2079.

    However, the IPO faced a temporary setback when the issue was paused due to investors applying for shares without having sufficient funds. After conducting a thorough investigation, the company took transparent and corrective measures. As a result, Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited has decided to re-issue the 69,11,670 units of IPO shares to the general public from the 22nd to the 25th of Ashad, 2080.

    The company has a total issued capital of Rs. 3.97 Arba, out of which 20% (79,43,801 unit shares) was set aside for the public, including locals, Nepalese citizens working abroad, and the general public. Additionally, 1% (397,190 unit shares) were issued to project-affected locals of Dang District, and 7,54,661 unit shares were issued to Nepalese citizens working abroad starting from 18th Baisakh.

    Out of the shares issued to project-affected locals, only 77,290 shares were allotted to valid applicants. The public issue for Nepalese migrant workers was undersubscribed by 19.65% or 148,311 units. Consequently, the unsubscribed shares were added to the shares reserved for the general public.

    According to the offer letter, out of the total issued capital, 79,43,801 unit shares (20%) were allotted to the project-affected locals, 606,350 units were allotted to Nepalese citizens working abroad, 328,961 units were set aside for mutual funds, and 19,530 units were reserved for the company’s employees. The remaining shares, after all previous allotments and reservations, amount to a total of 69,11,670 units and are available for the general public.

    The IPO received applications from 5,57,701 valid applicants, who applied for a total of 77,93,710 units, resulting in oversubscription by more than 1.12 times.

    In summary, Ghorahi Cement Industry Limited concluded its IPO allotment and has decided to reissue the shares to the general public. The company faced initial challenges due to insufficient funds from investors but has taken corrective measures. The IPO received significant interest from valid applicants, oversubscribing the issue.

  • Successful Merger of United Insurance Company (Nepal) Limited and Ajod Insurance Limited: Listing of United Ajod Insurance Limited on NEPSE

    Successful Merger of United Insurance Company (Nepal) Limited and Ajod Insurance Limited: Listing of United Ajod Insurance Limited on NEPSE


    United Ajod Insurance Limited, following the successful merger between United Insurance Company (Nepal) Limited and Ajod Insurance Limited, has listed a total of 1,90,45,680 shares on the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE).

    The merger agreement was signed by UIC and AIL on Poush 27, 2079. The companies agreed on a swap ratio of 82.50:100, meaning that AIL shareholders’ number of shares would decrease by 17.5% in the newly merged company. Prior to the merger, AIL and UIC had respective share capitals of Rs. 1 Arba and Rs. 1.07 Arba. However, post-merger, the combined share capital of United Ajod Insurance Limited reached Rs. 1.90 Arba.

    Following the successful merger, UIC and AIL initiated joint transactions under the name “United Ajod Insurance Limited” on Jestha 14, 2080. The opening price range for the initial transactions was set at Rs. 489.49 per share. This marked the commencement of operations for the merged entity, which now operated as a unified entity under the name United Ajod Insurance Limited.

    In summary, the merger between United Insurance Company (Nepal) Limited and Ajod Insurance Limited has led to the listing of 1,90,45,680 shares of United Ajod Insurance Limited on NEPSE. The merger was executed based on a swap ratio of 82.50:100, resulting in a combined share capital of Rs. 1.90 Arba. The joint transactions under the name United Ajod Insurance Limited commenced with an initial open price range of Rs. 489.49 per share.

  • Barun Hydropower Company Limited (BARUN) Calls Special General Meeting to Discuss 1:1 Rights Offering and Amendments

    Barun Hydropower Company Limited (BARUN) Calls Special General Meeting to Discuss 1:1 Rights Offering and Amendments


    Barun Hydropower Company Limited (BARUN) has announced its plans to hold a Special General Meeting (SGM) on the 14th of Shrawan, 2080. The meeting is scheduled to take place at Lord Party Venue in Dhumbarahi and will commence at 1 pm.

    During the SGM, BARUN will propose a 1:1 ratio rights offering, equivalent to 100% of the company’s paid-up capital, which currently stands at Rs. 53.58 Crores. It is important to note that the issuance of these right shares is subject to approval from the regulatory bodies. If approved, the issuance will result in an increase in the company’s paid-up capital to Rs. 1.07 Arba.

    Considering the potential increase in the company’s capital after the issuance of the right shares, the SGM will also address the need for amending relevant sections of the Articles of Association. The purpose of these amendments is to align the Articles of Association with the updated capital structure. Furthermore, the shareholders will be asked to grant full authority to the Board of Directors (BoDs) to carry out the necessary work related to the amendments, as guided by the regulatory board.

    It should be noted that the book closure date for the SGM is set for Shrawan 05. Shareholders who maintain their ownership before this date will be eligible to attend the meeting and participate in the decision-making process.

  • Ngadi Group Power Limited (NGPL) Calls Special General Meeting (SGM) to Discuss Right Shares and Other Agendas

    Ngadi Group Power Limited (NGPL) Calls Special General Meeting (SGM) to Discuss Right Shares and Other Agendas


    Ngadi Group Power Limited (NGPL) has scheduled a Special General Meeting (SGM) to take place on the 14th of Shrawan, 2080. The meeting will be held at Lord Party Venue in Dhumbarahi and is set to commence at 10 am on that day.

    The SGM will address several important agendas, including the endorsement of 100% right shares based on the company’s current paid-up capital of Rs. 1.85 Arba. Another item on the agenda is the proposed change in the company’s location, which will require amending the Articles of Association subsequent to the issuance of the right shares. The shareholders will be asked to grant full authority to the Board of Directors (BoDs) to execute the necessary actions related to these amendments in accordance with the guidance provided by the regulatory board. Additionally, the meeting will discuss the repayment of debt incurred by the company.

    It is important to note that the book closure date is set for Shrawan 04. Shareholders who maintain their ownership before this date will be eligible to attend the SGM.

  • “SEBON Approves 100% Right Shares Issuance for Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Limited”

    “SEBON Approves 100% Right Shares Issuance for Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Limited”


    The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) has given its approval for Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Limited (UPPER) to issue 100% right shares. The company plans to issue shares worth NPR 10.59 Arba, equivalent to 105,900,000 units of right shares on a 1:1 basis to its existing shareholders. The application for this proposal was submitted to SEBON on Falgun 18, 2079.

    Once the proposed right shares are adjusted, the paid-up capital of Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Limited will increase to NPR 21.18 Arba. Sunrise Capital has been appointed as the issue manager for this process.

    Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Limited operates the 456-MW Upper Tamakoshi Hydroelectric Project in the Dolkha district of Bagmati Province, Nepal. As of mid-July 2022, the company’s paid-up capital stands at NPR 10,590 million, with 51% held by promoters and 49% held by the public. The project, which is the largest operational project in Nepal, is of the peaking run-of-the-river (PROR) type, with a peaking capacity of four hours, developed at a 32% probability of exceedance (Q32).

  • “Nepal Finance Limited to Auction 11.16 Lakh Promoter Shares from Ashad 29”

    “Nepal Finance Limited to Auction 11.16 Lakh Promoter Shares from Ashad 29”


     

    Nepal Finance Limited (NFS) is conducting an auction to sell 11,16,616.187 units of promoter shares to the general public. The auction will take place from 29th Ashad to 12th Shrawan, 2080. The auction is open to existing promoters, the general public, and institutions. The minimum bid rate is Rs. 100, and bidders must bid for a minimum quantity of 1000 units. However, there is a limit on the number of shares that each entity can bid for, as per the rules of the Nepal Rastra Bank. Prabhu Capital has been appointed as the auction manager.