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Zee Media stock locked at 10% upper circuit as board approves fundraising Rs 200 crore via issue of warrants

Zee Media shares surged to the 10 percent upper circuit limit as the board approved a fundraising plan of Rs 200 crores through the issuance of Warrants.

September 28, 2024 / 13:36 IST
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In the last one year, Zee Media stock has zoomed 63 percent. In comparison, Nifty gained 30 percent during this period.
In the last one year, Zee Media stock has zoomed 63 percent. In comparison, Nifty gained 30 percent during this period.

Zee Media shares were locked at a 10 percent upper circuit as the board of the company has approved a fund-raising plan amounting to Rs 200 crores. The strategic move aims to enhance the company's financial standing and support its growth initiatives.

With this fundraise, Zee Media aims to attract investments from non-promoter entities through a preferential allotment, aligning with the regulations set forth by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

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The board has authorized the issuance of up to 13.3 crore Warrants, which are convertible into fully paid equity shares. Each Warrant will be priced at Rs 15, potentially raising up to Rs 200 crores for the company.

The payment made for the Warrants will be adjusted against the price of the shares upon issuance. The Warrants will be offered to non-promoter entities on a preferential basis, following relevant regulations.