CCI Clears Emirates NBD–RBL Bank Transaction, Tata Steel–TPPL Deal

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Emirates NBD Bank’s proposed acquisition of a controlling stake in RBL Bank Limited, clearing a key regulatory hurdle for the transaction.

Deal Structure and Transaction Details

As part of the proposed deal, Emirates NBD will acquire between 51% and 74% of RBL Bank’s shareholding through a combination of steps. These include a mandatory open offer under SEBI takeover regulations for up to 26% of the expanded voting capital, a preferential allotment of equity shares representing up to 60% of RBL Bank’s paid-up equity capital, and the amalgamation of Emirates NBD’s Indian banking operations into RBL Bank on a going-concern basis. Emirates NBD currently operates in India through three branch offices.

About Emirates NBD

Emirates NBD is a publicly listed joint stock company headquartered in Dubai and traded on the Dubai Financial Market. The banking group has a presence across multiple countries, including India, and offers a broad range of services such as retail banking, corporate and institutional banking, Islamic banking, investment and private banking, asset management, global markets and treasury, and brokerage services.

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CCI Approval for Tata Steel–Thriveni Pellets Deal

In a separate order, the CCI also approved Tata Steel Limited’s acquisition of a 50.01% equity stake in Thriveni Pellets Private Limited (TPPL) from Thriveni Earthmovers Private Limited.

Tata Steel is a listed, integrated steel producer with operations spanning mining, steelmaking, and downstream processing, catering to sectors including automotive, construction, energy, and infrastructure. TPPL is engaged in the sale of iron ore pellets in India, while its wholly owned subsidiary, Brahmani River Pellets Limited, focuses on the production and sale of iron ore pellets.

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