HDFC Mutual Fund has reported an aggregate increase in its shareholding in Five-Star Business Finance Limited (FSBFL). As of February 17, 2026, the Schemes’ holding has risen by 2.15%. The total stake now stands at 7.15% of the paid-up equity share capital. The acquisition, amounting to 63,26,176 shares, was executed via an Open Market transaction on February 17, 2026.
HDFC Mutual Fund Increases Stake in Five-Star Business Finance
HDFC Asset Management Company Limited, acting as the Investment Manager for the Schemes of HDFC Mutual Fund, formally disclosed an increase in its aggregate holding in Five-Star Business Finance Limited (FSBFL). This disclosure was made on February 19, 2026, referencing transactions completed by the schemes.
Shareholding Threshold Before Acquisition
Prior to this recent acquisition activity, the aggregate holding of the HDFC Mutual Fund Schemes in FSBFL stood at 5.00%. This corresponded to 1,47,36,692 equity shares, based on the capital structure recorded as of September 05, 2025.
Details of the Recent Acquisition
Subsequent to the transaction, the Schemes acquired an additional 63,26,176 shares carrying voting rights, representing a 2.15% increase in holding. The mode of acquisition was explicitly noted as Open Market purchase.
Post-Acquisition Holding Summary
- Total Shares Acquired/Sold: 63,26,176 shares
- Percentage Increase: 2.15%
- Total Shares Held Post-Acquisition: 2,10,62,868 shares
- New Aggregate Holding: 7.15% of total share/voting capital.
Changes in Equity Capital Base
The notification highlights a slight change in the total equity capital base of Five-Star Business Finance Limited between the two reporting dates. Before the acquisition, the capital was Rs. 29,44,39,835/- (29,44,39,835 shares). After the acquisition, the equity share capital stood at Rs. 29,45,44,298/- (29,45,44,298 equity shares of Rs. 1/- each).
The disclosure confirms that the acquirer, HDFC Mutual Fund, does not belong to the Promoter/Promoter group of the Target Company.
Source: BSE
