Tag: RIDI

  • RIDI Initiates Auction of Unclaimed Right Shares: Opportunity for Public Participation

    RIDI Initiates Auction of Unclaimed Right Shares: Opportunity for Public Participation


    Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) has initiated the auction of the unclaimed portion of its right shares starting from the 29th of Chaitra, 2080, with the auction set to conclude on the 9th of Baisakh, 2081. The company aims to sell 11,35,657 units of ordinary right shares, representing the unclaimed segment from its recent rights offering.

    During the rights offering period, which ran from the 18th of Falgun to the 8th of Chaitra, 2080, RIDI issued shares at a ratio of 1:0.50 to its existing shareholders. However, out of the total right shares issued, only 66,08,849 units (85.34%) were allotted to eligible shareholders, indicating that 14.66% of the shares remained unclaimed.

    Therefore, the company has decided to make these unsold right shares available to the general public starting from today. Individuals and institutions alike have the opportunity to participate in the auction and bid for these shares.

    Muktinath Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for this right share auction. The minimum bid rate for the auction is set at Rs. 100, with a minimum bid quantity of 100 units. While bidders have the option to bid for the entire issue, they must adhere to the regulatory board’s guidelines to ensure that the specified quantity of shares per entity is not exceeded.

  • Last Day to Secure Dividend from United Ajod Insurance and Right from Ridi Power

    Last Day to Secure Dividend from United Ajod Insurance and Right from Ridi Power


    Today marks the final opportunity to secure the 10.8013% dividend offered by United Ajod Insurance Limited (UAIL).

    The company has scheduled its 30th Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 6th of Falgun, 2080. The AGM will take place at Anmol Banquet in Shankhamul, Kathmandu, starting at 11:00 AM.

    In a board meeting held on Magh 04, the directors decided to distribute a 10.8013% dividend for the fiscal year 2079/80. This dividend comprises 10.2612% in bonus shares and 0.5401% in cash dividend (for tax purposes). Currently, the company’s paid-up capital stands at Rs. 1.90 Arba.

     

  • Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) Announces Book Closure Date for 50% Right Shares, Valued at Rs. 77.44 Crores

    Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) Announces Book Closure Date for 50% Right Shares, Valued at Rs. 77.44 Crores


    Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) has disclosed the book closure date for its upcoming 50% right shares, set for the 22nd of Magh, 2080. Shareholders holding shares until Magh 21 will be eligible for the rights offering.

    The company is set to issue 50% right shares valued at Rs. 77.44 Crores, involving the issuance of 7,744,506 (1:0.50) units of right shares to its existing shareholders. With the current paid-up capital standing at Rs. 1.54 Arba, the proposed right share, totaling 77.44 lakhs units, will elevate the company’s paid-up capital to Rs. 2.32 Arba.

    Muktinath Capital Limited has been appointed as the issue manager for this process, overseeing the administration and execution of the right share issuance.

    As of the latest information, RIDI is currently trading at an Last Traded Price (LTP) of Rs. 292.00.

  • SEBON Approval: Ridi Power and Arun Valley Hydropower Set to Issue Right Shares for Expansion

    SEBON Approval: Ridi Power and Arun Valley Hydropower Set to Issue Right Shares for Expansion


    “The Securities Board of Nepal (SEBON) has given the green light to the rights offering proposals of two hydropower companies, Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) and Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC). Ridi Power Company plans to issue 50% right shares, totaling Rs. 77.44 Crores, equivalent to 7,744,506 units, to its existing shareholders. This move aims to fund the investment in the Tallo Balephi hydropower project of Sajha Power Development Company. The company’s current paid-up capital of Rs. 1.54 Arba will increase to Rs. 2.32 Arba after the adjustment of the proposed right shares. Muktinath Capital Limited will serve as the issue manager. As of the latest update, RIDI’s closing share price is Rs. 221.00.

    Similarly, Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company is set to issue 100% right shares, amounting to Rs. 1.86 Arba or 18,679,626 units, to its existing shareholders. This move is intended to finance investments in the Likhu Khola Hydropower Project and repay loans associated with the Kabeli ‘B’-1 Cascade Hydropower Project. After the adjustment, the company’s paid-up capital will rise from Rs. 1.86 Arba to Rs. 3.72 Arba. Muktinath Capital Limited is appointed as the issue manager for AHPC. The current closing share price for AHPC is Rs. 236.60.”

  • “Ridi Power Company’s 50% Right Share Added to SEBON Pipeline”

    “Ridi Power Company’s 50% Right Share Added to SEBON Pipeline”


     

    SEBON, the Securities Exchange Board of Nepal, has included Ridi Power Company Limited’s right shares in its initial evaluation phase. This hydropower firm intends to offer 50% right shares amounting to Rs. 77.44 Crores. This will involve distributing 7,744,506 (in a 1:0.50 ratio) units of right shares to its current shareholders. With the company’s existing paid-up capital at Rs. 1.54 Arba, the implementation of these proposed right shares will lead to a new paid-up capital of Rs. 2.32 Arba.

     

  • Iwa Khola Hydropower Project Faces Disruption in Commercial Electricity Production Due to Flood Damage

    Iwa Khola Hydropower Project Faces Disruption in Commercial Electricity Production Due to Flood Damage


    The Iwa Khola Hydropower Project, with a capacity of 9.9 MW and operated by Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI), is currently facing disruptions in its commercial electricity production. The interruption is a result of damages caused by recent floods in the area.

    RIDI released a press statement informing that both units of the Iwa Khola Hydropower Project have ceased commercial electricity production since Ashad 1st, 2080, due to the flood-induced damages. The floodwaters have caused significant harm to the project’s headworks, headrace pipe, equipment at the powerhouse, and other infrastructure.

    This incident is part of a larger issue affecting several hydropower projects in Nepal. According to the Independent Power Producers’ Association – Nepal (IPPAN), a total of 13 hydropower projects, including the Iwa Khola Hydropower Project, have suffered damages during the floods on Ashad 1st and 2nd. These affected projects collectively have a capacity of 150 MW.

    The damages inflicted by the floods have resulted in a setback for the operation of the Iwa Khola Hydropower Project and other affected projects. Efforts will be required to repair and restore the damaged infrastructure before the resumption of commercial electricity production can take place.

  • 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.

  • Ridi Power Company Receives Electricity Regulatory Commission Approval to Issue 50% Right Shares

    Ridi Power Company Receives Electricity Regulatory Commission Approval to Issue 50% Right Shares


     

    The Electricity Regulatory Commission (ERC) has approved Ridi Power Company (RIDI) to issue a 1: 0.50 right offering.

    The board of directors suggested on the 4th of Magh, 2079, to issue 50% right shares on the paid-up capital after adjusting 40% bonus shares for the fiscal year 2078/79, i.e. Rs. 1,54,89,01,200. The company’s paid-up capital will grow to Rs. 2.32 Arba following the adjustment of the proposed right share, i.e. 77,44,506 units. Furthermore, the ERC has granted the business permission to include the appropriate share-related topic in i

     

  • Higher Operating and Interest Expenses Caused a 95.81% Drop in Ridi Power’s Net Profit Company to Issue 50% Right Shares

    Higher Operating and Interest Expenses Caused a 95.81% Drop in Ridi Power’s Net Profit Company to Issue 50% Right Shares


    Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI) reported a 95.81% decrease in net profit in the second quarter (Q2) of the current fiscal year 2079/80. Profit declined to Rs. 1.96 crores in this quarter from Rs. 46.98 crores in the previous year’s equivalent quarter.

    In this quarter, the firm recorded total income of Rs. 18.92 crores, a 71.94% reduction from the previous year’s similar period.

    According to management, there has been no substantial change in the organization’s balance, income, or liquidity during this quarter. The operations are carried out in accordance with the company’s business plan. During this quarter period, as the company’s interest climbed, the income decreased, and it is projected that the profit will improve when the interest expenditure reduces in the future days, and the income will improve from the following quarter.

    It has a reserve resource of Rs. 50.25 crores and a share capital of Rs 1.10 Arba. For Fiscal Year 2078/79, the corporation additionally proposed 40% bonus shares worth Rs. 44,25,43,200 and a 2.10% cash dividend (including tax) of Rs 2,32,33,518. The firm has capitalized these extra dividends, resulting in an increased paid-up capital of Rs. 1.54 Arba.

    Furthermore, the business intends to issue 77,44,506 rights shares (1: 0.50 ratio right shares) to shareholders. Following SEBON clearance, this will be given from the paid-up capital of Rs. 1.54 Arba.

    Its annualized earnings per share are Rs 3.56, its net value per share is Rs 145.43, and its P/E ratio is 153.94.

  • Trading of Vijaya Laghubitta (VLBS) Suspended as the Company Declares Dividend By Violating NEPSE Guidelines

    Trading of Vijaya Laghubitta (VLBS) Suspended as the Company Declares Dividend By Violating NEPSE Guidelines


    The Vijaya Laghubitta Bittiya Sanstha Limited (VLBS) transaction has been halted, according to the official notice of the Nepal Stock Exchange (NEPSE), since the business declared dividends to be given to shareholders without first receiving authorisation from NEPSE.

    At 6:35 PM on Magh 25, after business hours, Nepal Stock Exchange received the letter from VLBS regarding the dividend declaration for the Fiscal Year 2078/79. However, on Magh 10 itself, Vijaya Laghubitta held a meeting to suggest dividends to the shareholders.

     

  • Reminder! Last Day to Claim TRH, RIDI, and AHPC Dividends

    Reminder! Last Day to Claim TRH, RIDI, and AHPC Dividends


     

    Today is the last day to grab the dividend proposed by Taragaon Regency Hotel Limited (TRH), Ridi Power Company Limited (RIDI), and Arun Valley Hydropower Development Company Limited (AHPC).

    Taragaon Regency Hotel Limited (TRH) has called its 26th AGM on 3rd Falgun, 2079. The meeting will be held in Nepal Tourism Board, Bhrikutimandap, starting at 11 AM.