Wasatch Advisors LP, acting as the acquirer, reported a net reduction in its stake in AU Small Finance Bank Ltd following an off-market transfer on March 11, 2026. The holding of voting rights decreased by 0.179%, moving from 3.167% before the transaction to 2.988% after the sale. The total voting share capital of the target company remains substantial at Rs. 7,480,911,000.00.
Disclosure Summary: Stake Change
This disclosure, submitted by Wasatch Advisors LP on March 12, 2026, details a change in shareholding concerning AU Small Finance Bank Ltd. The transaction was executed via an Off Market Transfer on March 11, 2026.
Holding Before Acquisition/Sale
Prior to the transaction under consideration, the acquirer’s holding was:
- Shares carrying voting rights: 23,690,876 shares, representing 3.167% of the total share capital.
- Holdings in encumbrance, VRs, or warrants were Nil (0.00).
Details of Acquisition/Sale
The net change resulted in a disposal of equity:
- Shares carrying voting rights acquired/sold: -1,339,659 shares.
- This resulted in a net decrease of 0.179% in total share/voting capital.
Holding After Acquisition/Sale
Following the off-market transfer, the acquirer’s resulting holding is as follows:
- Shares carrying voting rights: 22,351,217 shares.
- This new holding constitutes 2.988% of the total share/voting capital.
Capital Structure Reference
The equity share capital of the Target Company (TC) before the said acquisition/sale stood at Rs. 7,480,911,000.00, based on a total issued share count of 748,091,100 shares (with a par value of Rs 10.00).
The Total diluted share/voting capital of the TC after the said transaction is 748,091,100.00.
Certification Details
The document was signed on behalf of Wasatch Advisors LP by Dan Thurber, V.P., General Counsel, and was dated March 12, 2026.
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