Aster DM Healthcare Acquires OCRPS in Alfaone Medicals for Strategic Investment
Aster DM Healthcare Ltd has completed the acquisition of Optionally Convertible Redeemable Preference Shares (OCRPS) in Alfaone Medicals Private Limited, an associate company, through a rights issue process. The transaction occurred on June 29, 2026.The investment involves Aster DM acquiring 3,57,143 OCRPS of Alfaone Medicals Private Limited. These preference shares were acquired at a price of Rs. 700/- each, which included a security premium of Rs. 690/- per share. The face value of the OCRPS is Rs. 10/- each.
The total cost associated with this acquisition was recorded as Rs. 25,00,00,100/-.
Transaction and Shareholding Details
The acquisition has specific implications for the share structure of Alfaone Medicals Private Limited (AMPL). The transaction involves a cash consideration form of investment by Aster DM Healthcare Ltd into the healthcare industry.The following table outlines the pre-acquisition and post-acquisition shareholding metrics concerning the OCRPS in AMPL:
| Particular | Pre-Acquisition Status | Post-Acquisition Status |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Equity Shares | 11,50,941 (48.91%) | 11,50,941 (48.91%) |
| Number of OCRPS | 33,97,100 (100%) | 37,54,243 (100%) |
Background on Alfaone Medicals Private Limited
Alfaone Medicals Private Limited was incorporated on December 03, 2020, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The company's primary business is the trading of drugs and pharmaceuticals within the Healthcare Industry.The investment by Aster DM Healthcare Ltd is designated for general corporate purposes. AMPL operates with a paid-up share capital of Rs. 5,75,00,410/-.
AMPL’s turnover over the past few financial years shows stable performance:
| Financial Year | Turnover (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| FY2023-24 | 621.79 lakhs |
| FY2024-25 | 616.32 lakhs |
| FY2025-26 | 589.55 lakhs |
In relation to the acquisition, AMPL is noted as an associate company and a related party of Aster DM Healthcare Limited, with the transaction conducted on an arm's length basis following approval by the Board.
ASTERDM Stock Price Movement
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