Bharti Hexacom Shareholder Lock-In Ends: ₹17,510 Crore Worth Equity Freed for Trade

The end of Bharti Hexacom’s shareholder lock-in period on October 13, 2025, has set the stage for potentially increased activity in the stock. With 10 crore shares, representing 20% of the company's equity, now eligible for trade, this development could impact market dynamics significantly.

10 Crore Bharti Hexacom Shares Worth ₹17,510 Crore Now Eligible for Trade

According to a note from Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research, on October 13, 2025, 10 crore shares of Bharti Hexacom Ltd. became eligible for trading as the lock-in period expired. This marks a significant event for the company, given that these shares account for 20% of its total outstanding equity. At Friday’s closing price, these unlocked shares are valued at ₹17,510 crore. However, eligibility for trade does not imply immediate sale of shares in the secondary market.

Market Debut and Impressive Stock Performance

Bharti Hexacom made its debut in April 2024, listing at an issue price of ₹570 per share. Since its listing, the stock has delivered exceptional returns, rising over 207% as of Friday’s closing. This translates to more than tripling investors' capital in just under 18 months, highlighting robust investor interest and performance momentum.

Promoter Holding and Shareholding Pattern

As per the shareholding data from the June quarter, the promoters of Bharti Hexacom, which include Bharti Airtel Ltd., continue to hold a dominant 70% stake in the company. This suggests strong promoter confidence and a strategically controlled equity structure even post the lock-in period expiry.

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Conclusion

With ₹17,510 crore worth of shares now eligible for trade, Bharti Hexacom’s lock-in expiry could mark a new phase in market participation. Investors will keep a close watch on potential share movements even as the promoter group retains a majority 70% stake.

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