Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has increased its stake in Hindustan Copper Ltd to 8.0%. This was achieved through the acquisition of additional shares via market purchases between August 16, 2024 and December 23, 2025. LIC now holds 78,321,071 shares in the copper producer, marking a substantial acquisition.
LIC Increases Shareholding in Hindustan Copper
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has disclosed an increase in its shareholding of Hindustan Copper Ltd. The acquisition of shares was carried out via market purchases.
Details of the Acquisition
Prior to the acquisition, LIC held 58,848,803 shares, representing 6.086% of the total share/voting capital. Through market purchases between August 16, 2024 and December 23, 2025, LIC acquired an additional 19,472,268 shares, equivalent to 2.014% of the total share/voting capital.
New Holding Post-Acquisition
Following the acquisition, LIC now holds a total of 78,321,071 shares, which represents 8.0% of the total share/voting capital of Hindustan Copper Ltd. The equity share capital / total voting capital of Hindustan Copper Ltd remains at 4,83,51,20,100.00 before and after the acquisition.
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