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ITC Announces Record Date for Hotels Business Demerger
Team Finance Saathi
18/Dec/2024
What's Covered Under the Article
- ITC Limited fixes January 6, 2025, as the record date for Hotels Business Demerger.
- ITC shareholders to receive ITC Hotels equity shares under the approved scheme.
- Details shared regarding the demerger under applicable provisions of the Companies Act.
On 18th December 2024, ITC Limited issued an important update regarding the demerger of its Hotels business. The company, along with its subsidiary ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL), confirmed that the record date for the demerger will be Monday, 6th January 2025. This decision marks a significant step in the restructuring process, where ITC will spin off its Hotels division, allowing shareholders to receive equity shares of ITC Hotels Limited (ITCHL).
Demerger Process and Impact on Shareholders
As per the Scheme of Arrangement under Sections 230 to 232 of the Companies Act, 2013, the demerger will allow eligible shareholders of ITC Limited to be allotted equity shares of ITC Hotels Limited. This move is part of ITC's strategy to unlock value in its hospitality business by separating it from its other segments, including FMCG, Paperboards & Packaging, Agri-business, and Information Technology.
Shareholders of ITC Limited will benefit from this restructuring, which will allow them to hold shares in a dedicated entity focused on the hotels business. This step is expected to enhance transparency and increase shareholder value, as the market will now have a clear view of the performance of ITC's hotels and hospitality division.
The demerger comes after a detailed Scheme of Arrangement, which was approved by the boards of ITC and ITC Hotels Limited. The record date of 6th January 2025 will determine the shareholders who are eligible to receive these shares.
Importance of the Record Date and What It Means for Investors
The record date is an important milestone in any demerger process. It is the date on which the company's books are closed to determine the shareholders who will receive the benefits of the restructuring. For ITC, this means that shareholders who are registered by the record date will receive the allotted shares of ITC Hotels Limited.
This demarcation is crucial for investors, as it allows them to understand the ownership structure post-demerger. Shareholders who are on record by 6th January 2025 will be entitled to the newly issued shares, based on the ratio outlined in the Scheme of Arrangement. Those who buy shares after this date will not be eligible for this allotment, making it an important consideration for potential investors looking to benefit from the demerger.
What Lies Ahead for ITC Hotels Limited?
As part of the separation, ITC Hotels Limited is expected to focus more intensively on expanding its hotel business. This includes managing and growing its existing hotel properties as well as exploring new opportunities within the hospitality industry. The demerger is expected to create a more focused strategy for ITC Hotels, leading to improved operational efficiencies and a more competitive stance in the market.
Moreover, investors in ITC Hotels Limited will have a clearer view of the company's financials, as it will no longer be under the umbrella of ITC's broader conglomerate, which also includes businesses in FMCG and agri-business. This separation could lead to better valuation and more strategic moves tailored specifically to the hospitality industry.
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