RBNL to infuse new capital, plans to raise over Rs. 400 Cr

The new equity capital will substantially enhance RBNL's net worth, and augment its borrowing capabilities, if required, thereby enabling greater participation in future growth opportunities, while enhancing overall shareholder value.

Commenting on the development, Tarun Katial, Chief Executive Officer, Reliance Broadcast Network Limited, said, "The media and entertainment sector is back on an exciting double digit growth path. This resurgent market has brought with it changes in expectations from marketers and advertisers, as well as newer opportunities for media companies. The equity capital infusion is a reflection of the strong confidence of our promoter group in the future growth prospects of the Company."

The new capital infusion is proposed through a preferential offer of equity shares to the promoter group and other investors. The promoter group will subscribe to approximately 2.90 crore shares aggregating approximately Rs. 250 crore, and investors approximately 1.90 crore shares aggregating over Rs. 150 crore. The preferential offer, which is subject to necessary approvals, will be made at a price of Rs. 85 per share, reflecting a premium of over 25% to the last 26 weeks average market price.