Promoter Group Succession Confirmed as Trusts Acquire Stake in Muthoot Fincorp Limited
Muthoot Microfin Limited (MML) has confirmed that a significant transaction involving the acquisition and settlement of shares in Muthoot Fincorp Limited (MFL) has been completed, aligning with succession planning within the company's promoter group. The settling entities are headed by Mr. Thomas John Muthoot, Mr. Thomas George Muthoot, Mr. Thomas Muthoot, Mrs. Preethi John Muthoot, Mrs. Nina George, and Mrs. Remmy Thomas.The transaction involved these individuals settling an aggregate of 65,28,72,800 equity shares of MFL. This acquisition represents 66.76% of the paid up equity share capital of MFL. The settled shares were vested in six specific Trusts: Thomas John Muthoot (MF) Trust, Thomas George Muthoot (MF) Trust, Thomas Muthoot (MF) Trust, Preethi John Muthoot (MF) Trust, Nina George (MF) Trust, and Remmy Thomas (MF) Trust (collectively referred to as the Acquirer Trusts).
The settlement of shares in MFL, which is a promoter of MML, has implications for the control structure of MML. Since MFL holds 50.21% equity share capital in MML, the transaction results in the Acquirer Trusts indirectly exercising control over MFL's shareholding in MML. Management confirmed that despite this change in ownership structure within MFL, there is no change in the total shareholding of the Promoters in the Target Company (MML) after the settlement was completed.
Details regarding the acquisition and the trusts involved are provided below:
| Trust Name | Category of Person | Date of Appointment | Securities Held | % of Shareholding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas John Muthoot (MF) Trust | Member of the promoter group | August 5, 2026 | NA | Nil @ |
| Thomas George Muthoot (MF) Trust | Member of the promoter group | August 5, 2026 | NA | Nil @ |
| Thomas Muthoot (MF) Trust | Member of the promoter group | August 5, 2026 | NA | Nil @ |
| Preethi John Muthoot (MF) Trust | Member of the promoter group | August 2026 | 6, | Nil @ |
| Nina George (MF) Trust | Member of the promoter group | August 2026 | 6, | Nil @ |
| Remmy Thomas (MF) Trust | Member of the promoter group | August 2026 | 6, | Nil @ |
The acquiring Trusts' holdings in MML are reflected by the following relationship:
- MFL holds 50.21% equity share capital in Muthoot Microfin Limited (MML).
- As a result of the settlement, the Acquirer Trusts indirectly control MFL's shareholding in MML, and these trusts are members of the promoter group of MML.
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