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Adani Wilmar Faces Price Crash as It Kicks Off 20% Stake Sale Through Offer for Sale (OFS)

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Adani Wilmar Ltd (AWL), the consumer goods joint venture between Adani Group and Singapore’s Wilmar International, has recently experienced a significant drop in its share price.

This comes amid its ongoing stake sale through an Offer for Sale (OFS) process that began earlier this month.

Share Price Decline

The AWL stock has faced substantial volatility, especially following recent announcements. On January 10, 2025, the share price dropped approximately 10%, hitting the lower circuit limit of ₹291.60 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

This decline follows the announcement of Adani Enterprises’ decision to sell its entire 43.94% stake in AWL, leading to a loss of investor confidence and contributing to the sharp decline in stock value.

The stock continued its downward trend, closing lower during the OFS’s initial phase targeting institutional investors.

The Offer for Sale (OFS)

On January 10, the Adani group launched the OFS, offering up to 20% of its total stake in AWL for sale.

The OFS is structured in two phases, with the non-retail investor phase starting first, followed by the retail phase today, January 13, 2025.

The OFS is priced at ₹275 per share, representing a 15% discount compared to AWL’s last closing price. The offer consists of a 13.5% stake sale by Adani Commodities, the promoter entity of AWL, with a green shoe option allowing an additional 6.5% of shares to be sold if demand is high.

This divestment is part of Adani’s broader strategy to exit from the consumer goods sector and refocus on its infrastructure business, which has long been the core of the conglomerate’s operations.

The sale is expected to help fund various strategic initiatives while streamlining the group’s focus.

Market Reaction and Impact

The market’s reaction to the OFS has been mixed, with the significant share price drop indicating that investor sentiment is cautious, particularly regarding the price point at which the shares are being offered.

The sharp decline in stock value can also be attributed to broader market dynamics and concerns about the future of the joint venture, especially after the exit of the Adani group from its consumer goods interests.

The volatile nature of AWL’s stock, compounded by the current sale of a large portion of shares, makes it a critical moment for investors.

With the retail investor phase of the OFS opening today, market participants will be closely monitoring the demand for the remaining shares, as well as any potential changes in stock price.

What’s Next?

For investors looking to participate in the Offer for Sale today, it’s important to weigh the stock’s current price with the future potential of Adani Wilmar, especially in light of the ongoing changes within the company.

Given the significant volatility and the pricing structure of the OFS, today’s retail phase could further influence the stock’s direction.

Investors should remain alert to the developments and seek professional advice to navigate the complexities surrounding this high-stakes divestment.

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