Description

Listing and trading of 14,38,20,153 equity shares of Adani Ports issued to promoter on preferential basis with effect from January 22, 2026.

Summary

BSE has approved the listing and trading of 14,38,20,153 new equity shares of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (Scrip Code: 532921) issued to the promoter on a preferential basis. These shares will be available for trading from Thursday, January 22, 2026. The shares were allotted on December 23, 2025, at an issue price of Rs. 1,199 per share and are subject to a lock-in period until July 21, 2027.

Key Points

  • Total shares listed: 14,38,20,153 equity shares of Rs. 2/- each
  • Issue price: Rs. 1,199 per share (including premium of Rs. 1,197)
  • Allotment date: December 23, 2025
  • Trading commencement: January 22, 2026
  • Distribution numbers: 3751700586 to 3895520738
  • ISIN: INE742F01042
  • Shares issued on preferential basis to promoter
  • New shares rank pari-passu with existing equity shares

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is a standard listing notification for new securities issued under preferential allotment regulations.

Compliance Requirements

  • Trading members must note the new securities are listed and permitted for trading from January 22, 2026
  • All 14,38,20,153 shares are subject to mandatory lock-in until July 21, 2027
  • Shares cannot be transferred or sold during the lock-in period

Important Dates

  • Allotment Date: December 23, 2025
  • Trading Commencement: January 22, 2026
  • Lock-in Expiry: July 21, 2027

Impact Assessment

This preferential issue to the promoter represents a significant capital raise for Adani Ports. The lock-in period of approximately 18 months demonstrates long-term commitment from the promoter. The shares being pari-passu with existing shares means they carry equal voting and dividend rights. The substantial number of shares (approximately 14.38 crore) may impact the company’s share capital structure and dilution metrics, though the promoter allotment typically strengthens promoter holding. Trading members should update their systems to reflect the expanded share capital.

Impact Justification

Significant preferential allotment to promoter with substantial share count and lock-in period, but routine listing procedure for existing company.