Riyadh Steel board recommends 40% capital increase via bonus issue

26/12/2023 Argaam
Logo ofRiyadh Steel Co.

Logo of Riyadh Steel Co.


Riyadh Steel Co.’s board of directors recommended a 40% capital increase through a 4-for-10 bonus share distribution, according to a statement to Tadawul

 

The capital increase will be financed through capitalizing SAR 20 million from retained earnings. 

 

Capital Increase Details 

Current Capital 

SAR 50 mln 

Number of Shares 

5 mln 

Increase Percentage  

40%  

Method 

Offering four bonus shares for every 10 shares held, via capitalizing SAR 20 mln from retained earnings 

New Capital 

SAR 70 mln 

New Number of Shares 

7 mln 

Reason 

To boost the financial position and support future growth plans 

Record Date 

Shareholders of record and those registered with Edaa on the second trading day following the record date  

 

Fractional shares, if any, will be compiled in one portfolio for all shareholders and will be offered at the market price. The proceeds are to be distributed pro rata within 30 days maximum.  

  

The bonus share distribution is subject to the approval of the regulatory authorities and the extraordinary general meeting (EGM).

 

In a separate statement, Riyadh Steel pointed out that the board also proposed to split the stock’s nominal value from  SAR 10 to SAR 1.

 

The proposal is subject to the approval of the competent authorities and the company’s shareholders.

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