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Sebi may announce exemptions for few PSBs, CPSEs to meet minimum public shareholding norms: Report

Sebi may announce exemptions for few PSBs, CPSEs to meet minimum public shareholding norms: Report

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Central Bank, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), UCO Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank are a few PSBs with over 90 per cent government stake

Amit Mudgill
Amit Mudgill
  • Updated Apr 12, 2024 11:54 AM IST
Sebi may announce exemptions for few PSBs, CPSEs to meet minimum public shareholding norms: ReportSebi may announce exemptions for few PSBs, CPSEs to meet minimum public shareholding norms: Report

Markets regulator Sebi may announce exemptions for public sector banks (PSBs) and central public sector enterprises (CPSEs) to meet 25 per cent minimum public shareholding by August 2024, a media report suggested adding that they will meet the requirements but gradually. The government has no plans to sell stake in PSU banks at present, CNBC TV18 reported. Business Today could not independently verify the report.

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As per the report, PSBs are raising capital via qualified institutional placements and that the government stakes are also getting diluted in the process. Central Bank, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), UCO Bank and Punjab & Sind Bank are a few PSBs with over 90 per cent government stake. The government owned over 80 per cent stake in Bank of Maharashtra, as per the report.

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Amit Mudgill
Amit Mudgill

A financial journalist with over 18 years of experience in print and digital media, I cover India's capital markets, focusing on stocks, IPOs, mutual funds, corporate earnings, and market trends. Currently with Business Today, I report on equities, corporate developments, fundraising activity, and the broader investment landscape, delivering timely, data-backed insights to investors and readers.

Previously, I worked with The Economic Times and Deccan Chronicle, covering business, markets, and corporate affairs. My experience spans breaking news, analysis, and long-form features, with a strong focus on financial markets and investment-related reporting.

I am on the go 24/7:  Saying 'Good Night' to Dow Jones and 'Good Morning' to Gift Nifty comes naturally. Ask me about data and you'll hear stories. Away from markets, I enjoy stargazing, astrophotography, reading about India's neighbourhood, and playing video games.

Published on: Apr 12, 2024 11:54 AM IST