APICO board recommends 50% capital hike via bonus issue

06/11/2024 Argaam
Logo ofArabian Plastic Industrial Co. (APICO)

Logo of Arabian Plastic Industrial Co. (APICO)


Arabian Plastic Industrial Co.'s (APICO) board of directors recommended, on Nov. 5, increasing capital by 50% through a one-for-two bonus share distribution.

 

The capital hike will be financed through capitalizing SAR 25 million from retained earnings, as follows: 

 

Capital Increase Details

Current Capital

SAR 50 mln

Number of Shares

5 mln

Percentage Increase

50% (one-for-two bonus share distribution)

Method

1-for-1 bonus issue by capitalizing SAR 58.08 mln from retained earnings

New Capital

SAR 75 mln

New Number of Shares

7.5 mln

Method

Capitalizing SAR 25 mln from retained earnings

Reason

Enhancing the company's strategic growth plan, addressing expansion needs and aspirations, as well as emphasizing the company's financial solvency and strong financial position

Record Date

Shareholders of record and registered with the Securities Depository Center Co. (Edaa) at the end of the second trading day after the record date

 

In a statement to Tadawul, the company said fractional shares, if any, will be compiled into one portfolio, to be offered for sale at market price. The proceeds will be distributed among eligible shareholders pro rata within 30 days maximum.

 

The move is still subject to obtaining the relevant approvals from official authorities and the extraordinary general meeting (EGM).

 

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