Description

Matrimony.com Limited announces buyback of up to 8,93,129 equity shares at ₹655 per share through tender offer route for an aggregate amount not exceeding ₹5,850 lakhs.

Summary

Matrimony.com Limited has opened an offer to buyback up to 8,93,129 fully paid-up equity shares of face value ₹5 each at ₹655 per share through the tender offer route. The buyback represents 4.14% of the total paid-up equity share capital as on March 31, 2025, for an aggregate amount not exceeding ₹5,850 lakhs (excluding transaction costs). The buyback is on a proportionate basis from all eligible equity shareholders as on the Record Date of January 30, 2026. Shares are divided into two categories: Reserved Category for Small Shareholders and General Category for all other eligible shareholders.

Key Points

  • Buyback of up to 8,93,129 equity shares representing 4.14% of total paid-up equity share capital
  • Buyback price: ₹655 per equity share (face value ₹5)
  • Maximum buyback size: ₹5,850 lakhs (₹58.5 crores) excluding transaction costs
  • Buyback method: Tender offer route on proportionate basis
  • Record Date: January 30, 2026
  • Two categories: Reserved Category for Small Shareholders and General Category
  • Buyback Size is 24.68% of aggregate paid-up equity capital and free reserves (standalone) and 24.81% (consolidated) as per March 31, 2025 audited financials
  • Manager to Buyback: Saffron Capital Advisors Private Limited
  • Registrar to Buyback: KFin Technologies Limited
  • Company Secretary & Compliance Officer: Mr. Vijayanand Sankar

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes introduced. The buyback is conducted in compliance with existing regulations.

Compliance Requirements

  • Buyback conducted in accordance with Article 16 of Articles of Association
  • Compliance with Sections 68, 69, 70, 110 and other applicable provisions of Companies Act, 2013
  • Adherence to Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014
  • Compliance with SEBI (Buy-Back of Securities) Regulations, 2018 as amended
  • Compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
  • Subject to approvals from statutory/regulatory authorities including SEBI, NSE, BSE, ROC, RBI as required
  • Eligible shareholders must be registered as on Record Date (January 30, 2026)
  • Shareholders should consult stockbroker, investment consultant, Manager or Registrar for clarifications

Important Dates

  • Record Date: January 30, 2026
  • Financial statements reference date: March 31, 2025 (for capital calculation)
  • Offer opening: As per circular date (February 4, 2026)

Impact Assessment

Market Impact: High - The buyback of 4.14% of equity capital at a premium price of ₹655 per share (versus ₹5 face value) signals strong cash position and management confidence. This corporate action will reduce outstanding shares and potentially increase earnings per share for remaining shareholders.

Shareholder Impact: High - Participating shareholders will receive ₹655 per share in cash. Small shareholders have reserved category ensuring proportionate participation. The buyback provides an exit opportunity at the specified price and may support market price of shares.

Capital Structure Impact: Moderate - Deployment of ₹58.5 crores (24.68-24.81% of equity and reserves) will reduce free reserves and equity capital, altering the company’s capital structure. This represents a significant return of capital to shareholders.

Liquidity Impact: The tender offer mechanism ensures organized buyback process through stock exchanges with Manager and Registrar facilitation, minimizing market disruption while providing liquidity to shareholders on proportionate basis.

Impact Justification

Significant corporate action affecting 4.14% of paid-up equity capital with buyback value of ₹58.5 crores, directly impacting shareholder value and capital structure