Patanjali Food & Herbal Park, Falcone Peak to Invest in KBC Global via Preferential Warrants

KBC Global’s Preferential Warrant Issue

KBC Global Ltd (formerly Karda Construction Ltd) has announced a major fundraising initiative through the issuance of preferential convertible warrants. On October 16, 2024, the board approved the issue of 45.23 crore convertible warrants on a preferential basis at Rs. 2.20 per warrant, amounting to Rs. 99.50 crore. The funds raised will be used to repay debt and fuel future growth.

Key Investors Involved

Notable investors such as Patanjali Food & Herbal Park and Falcone Peak Fund (CEIC) Ltd are participating in this preferential issue. Here’s a breakdown of the key allocations:

• Falcone Peak Fund (CEIC) Ltd: 26 crore warrants
• Patanjali Parivahan Pvt Ltd and Patanjali Food & Herbal Park: 4.55 crore warrants
• Foresight Holding Pvt Ltd: 2.28 crore warrants

Post-warrant conversion, these investors are expected to hold the following stakes:

• Falcone Peak Fund: 8.48%
• Patanjali companies: 1.48%
• Foresight Holding Pvt Ltd: 1.04%

Regulatory Compliance and Timeline

The preferential warrant issue is in line with SEBI’s (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018. The warrants will convert into equity shares within 18 months of allotment upon receipt of the remaining amount. An Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) is scheduled for November 15, 2024, to approve this issue.

Strengthening International Footprint

KBC Global’s growth is not limited to Indian markets. Through its subsidiary KBC International Ltd, the company signed an MoU with Liberia Special Economic Zone Authority to develop residential and commercial spaces worth $12.5 million. This project, set to begin in Q2 2025, marks the company’s second international order.

Additionally, in June 2024, KBC Global secured a $20 million contract through its subsidiary Karda International Infrastructure Ltd, for infrastructure development in Africa. This positions the company as a rising player in the continent’s infrastructure sector.

Domestic Expansion and Debt Management

KBC Global has been active in expanding its domestic portfolio with new projects in Nashik. The company recently launched a project in Deolali with both commercial and residential units. Moreover, KBC Global successfully regularized its Rs. 13.50 crore debt with Capri Global Capital Ltd, receiving favorable terms and waivers, further improving its financial position.

Ongoing Projects and Possessions

The company has also made progress in its existing projects. In September 2024, KBC Global handed over 13 units across various projects, bringing the total number of possessions since April 2024 to over 135 residential and commercial units in Nashik.

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