Novelis Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hindalco Industries, has signed a subscription agreement with AV Minerals, under which AV Minerals will purchase 50 lakh common shares of Novelis for $750 million at $150 per share. The company has also filed a Form 8-K with the U.S. SEC regarding this transaction.
Novelis Inc., the U.S.-based aluminium giant and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Ltd, has entered into a subscription agreement with AV Minerals (Netherlands) N.V., the sole shareholder of Novelis. The transaction involves the issuance of 50 lakh common shares for a total consideration of $750 million.
The subscription, priced at $150 per share, strengthens Novelis’ equity base and reflects continued financial support from its parent company, Hindalco Industries. The company has also submitted a Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) detailing the transaction.
Key highlights of the announcement
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AV Minerals, a wholly-owned Hindalco subsidiary, will invest $750 million in Novelis through a fresh share subscription.
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The transaction involves the issuance of 50,00,000 common shares of Novelis at $150 per share.
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Funds infusion expected to strengthen Novelis’ balance sheet and support global expansion plans.
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Novelis has filed a Form 8-K with the U.S. SEC to formally disclose the development.
Source: Hindalco Industries Ltd exchange filing, U.S. SEC Form 8-K