Hitesh Anadkat, a well-known Malawian banker and successful entrepreneur, has experienced an extraordinary surge in wealth this year, amassing an astonishing $70.3 million in just 68 days from his stake in FMB Capital Holdings.
This surge in wealth follows a remarkable increase in the market value of his stake in FMB Capital, which rose by over $44 million between Jan. 1 and May 5, skyrocketing from MWK96.77 billion ($94.17 million) to MWK142.29 billion ($138.4 million).
The latest surge in Hitesh Anadkat’s stake in FMB Capital brings his year-to-date gains from his shares in the group to a staggering $117.3 million.
Since May 6, Anadkat’s stake in FMB Capital has experienced a notable rise in value, resulting in an impressive increase of MWK73.33 billion ($70.3 million). This surge can be attributed to the rise in the company’s shares on the Malawi Stock Exchange.
The 50.3-percent surge in FMB Capital’s share price over the past 68 days has significantly bolstered Hitesh Anadkat’s wealth, solidifying his position not only as one of the wealthiest investors on the Malawi Stock Exchange but also as one of the country’s richest individuals.
As a result of the recent surge in the company’s shares, the market value of Anadkat’s stake in the group has skyrocketed by $70.3 million, rising from MWK145.78 billion ($139.78 million) on May 6 to MWK219.1 billion ($210.9 million) at the time of writing.
Headquartered in Port Louis, Mauritius, FMB Capital Group is an investment holding company operating across several African nations, including Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Founded by Anadkat in 1995, the group has emerged as a key player in the region’s financial landscape. Anadkat presently holds an impressive 35.51-percent stake in FMB Capital, which accounts for 872,924,575 ordinary shares.
In its 2022 fiscal year, FMB Capital Group reported a profit of $62 million, a significant increase from the previous year’s earnings of $40.4 million.
This substantial growth was driven by a surge in interest income, which rose from $126 million in 2021 to $148.25 million.
With his remarkable success in the banking and entrepreneurship sectors, Anadkat continues to solidify his position as a notable figure in Malawi’s financial landscape, showcasing his ability to generate substantial wealth through his stake in FMB Capital Holdings.
