The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has increased its stake in Sun Pharmaceutical Industries to 5.004%. This increase is a result of market purchases, with LIC now holding 12,00,79,148 shares. The acquisition was completed on January 13, 2026. LIC previously held 4.996% of the company, totaling 11,98,76,648 shares.
LIC Increases Shareholding
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has acquired additional shares in Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, increasing its total holding to 5.004% of the company’s equity. This acquisition was executed through market purchases.
Details of the Transaction
Prior to this acquisition, LIC held 11,98,76,648 shares, representing 4.996% of Sun Pharmaceutical Industries. An additional 2,02,500 shares were acquired, resulting in a total holding of 12,00,79,148 shares.
Key Dates and Figures
The acquisition was completed on January 13, 2026. The company’s equity share capital before and after the acquisition remained at 2,39,93,34,970.00.
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