Karachi: In a significant development within Pakistan's food manufacturing sector, ATC Holdings (Private) Limited has increased its stake in National Foods Limited by acquiring an additional 370,000 shares. This transaction was executed on October 16, 2026, as disclosed under the PSX regulations.

According to the report, the shares were purchased at a rate of Rs. 315.00 each. The form of share certificates was noted to be in the Central Depository Company (CDC) format, and the transaction was conducted in the ready market category.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), this latest acquisition brings ATC Holdings' cumulative shareholding in National Foods Limited to 84.17 million shares, representing 36.11% of the company's total shares. This marks a Big move in the shareholder's equity stake in the company.

The transaction, which has been duly reported under section 5.6.4 of the PSX Regulations, highlights the continuing consolidation by substantial shareholders within the sector.