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Infosys Sets November 14 Record Date for Rs 18,000 Crore Share Buyback

Small investors will see buyback proceeds taxed as dividend income under Budget 2024 rules.

Overview

  • The tender offer targets up to 10 crore shares, equal to about 2.41% of paid-up equity, at Rs 1,800 per share.
  • Eligibility is based on holdings on the record date, with a five working day tender window to be announced.
  • Fifteen percent of the offer is reserved for small shareholders under the buyback regulations.
  • The promoter group, owning 14.30% as of September 30, will not participate in the repurchase.
  • This is the company’s largest buyback to date, following a Rs 9,300 crore program in 2022.