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Central Bank of India has acquired 25.18 percent in Future Generali India Life Insurance for Rs. 57 crore. The insurer posted Rs. 1,810.53 crore gross premium in FY24.
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Central Bank acquired 25.18 percent stake in FGILICL for Rs. 57 crore
The deal was part of the Future Enterprises Ltd insolvency resolution
FGILICL posted Rs. 1,810.53 crore gross written premium in FY24
Central Bank now holds a 25.28 percent stake in the life insurer
The Competition Commission of India has approved the stake acquisition
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The acquisition follows Central Bank’s earlier status as a successful bidder for Category 1 assets of Future Enterprises Ltd, which included stakes in both life and general insurance businesses. The stake purchase was completed under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India regulations. The deal provides Central Bank with a direct entry into the insurance sector.
Details | Figures |
Stake acquired | 25.18 percent |
Cash consideration | Rs. 57 crore |
Shares acquired | 65,43,80,439 |
Current holding in FGILICL | 25.28 percent |
FY24 gross written premium (FGILICL) | Rs. 1,810.53 crore |
Year of incorporation (FGILICL) | 2006 |
Largest shareholder (FGILICL) | Generali (73.99 percent stake) |
Incorporated in 2006 and headquartered in Mumbai, Future Generali India Life Insurance operates through over 1,300 locations across India. The company offers a comprehensive product range, including savings plans, ULIPs, term plans, health and child insurance, retirement solutions, and group insurance products. With its wide distribution network and growing premium base, FGILICL serves both retail and institutional clients.
This acquisition marks Central Bank’s strategic move into the insurance space, aligning with efforts to diversify its financial services portfolio. The holding in FGILICL allows the bank to access a broader customer base and unlock potential long-term value. The resolution also concludes a part of the asset monetisation of debt-laden Future Enterprises Ltd.
Market participants tracking Central Bank share price may factor in this development as part of the bank’s long-term expansion strategy. The insurance sector’s steady growth could support value creation for the bank, possibly influencing Central Bank share price trends in upcoming quarters. The move may also reinforce market sentiment around Central Bank share price stability as it adds a non-interest income stream through this investment.
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