Karachi, Lucky Core Ventures (Private) Limited, a subsidiary of Lucky Core Industries Limited, has disclosed its amended and restated public announcement of intention to acquire a substantial 75.01% shareholding of Lotte Chemical Pakistan Limited. This strategic maneuver comes under the purview of the Securities Act, 2015, and the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulation, 2017.
The acquisition, as outlined in the disclosure, will take place through two primary methods:
1. Agreement(s): Lucky Core Ventures aims to secure a substantial stake in Lotte Chemical Pakistan Limited by acquiring a staggering 1,135,860,105 shares, representing approximately 75.01% of the paid-up share capital of the Target Company. This ambitious agreement is poised to reshape the landscape of the chemical industry in Pakistan.
2. Public Offer: In addition to the agreement-based acquisition, Lucky Core Ventures intends to make a public offer for an additional 189,200,191 shares, equivalent to roughly 12.495% of the paid-up share capital of Lotte Chemical Pakistan Limited. This public offering is a testament to Lucky Core Ventures' commitment to expanding its influence in the sector.
The move signifies Lucky Core Ventures' strategic vision and commitment to bolster its presence in the chemical industry, with Lotte Chemical Pakistan Limited as a crucial stepping stone. The proposed acquisition has garnered significant attention within the business community, and industry experts are closely monitoring the developments to assess the potential impact on the market.
As Lucky Core Ventures moves forward with this bold endeavor, investors, stakeholders, and industry observers eagerly await further details and regulatory approvals, anticipating the transformational effect this acquisition may have on the chemical sector in Pakistan.