India: Adani Group has enlarged its stake in Ambuja Cements from 67% to 70%. The Telegraph newspaper has reported that the group converted warrants into shares in the producer. As a result, it will invest an additional US$1bn in funding for Ambuja Cements, having previously infused funding worth US$2.4bn.
Ambuja Cements director and CEO Ajay Kapur said “This infusion of funds provides Ambuja flexibility for fast-track growth, capital management initiatives and best-in-class balance sheet strength.”