Kenyan tycoon Baloobhai Patel’s stake in Absa Kenya is down by more than $1 million
Patel holds a total of 50.06 million shares in Absa Bank Kenya, equivalent to a 0.92-percent stake.
Patel holds a total of 50.06 million shares in Absa Bank Kenya, equivalent to a 0.92-percent stake.
Patel, a Kenyan multimillionaire with diverse investment interests, owns a 4.12-percent stake in Bamburi Cement.
At the current market price, Patel’s stake in Absa Kenya is estimated to be worth $4.31 million.
In a bid to ensure a strong legacy for his family’s wealth and investments, Patel has initiated a comprehensive restructuring process to consolidate his equity positions.
Patel is one of the largest investors on the Nairobi Stock Exchange with a portfolio that has a current value exceeding $24 million.
Patel, who is known for his investments in various sectors, holds a significant stake in Absa Bank Kenya.
Patel’s stake in Absa Bank Kenya has risen from 42.5 million shares to 47.5 million shares.
This comes shortly after Patel transferred his 4.12-percent stake in Bamburi Cement to Aksaya, his private investment office.
In 2022, Patel acquired an additional 7.9 million shares worth $2.52 million in Bamburi Cement.
Patel has solidified his position as a major player in the Kenyan financial sector with his latest acquisition.
Patel owns a 49.9-percent stake in Carbacid Investments Limited.
Patel owns one percent of Absa Bank Kenya, a subsidiary of Absa Group Limited of South Africa.
Patel is a leading Kenyan tycoon and serial investor.
The successful businessman also has stakes in Williamson Tea Kenya, Diamond Trust Bank Group, and Safaricom.
The new shares represent a significant increase in his portfolio.
Patel also owns stakes in Carbacid, Absa Bank Kenya, Co-operative Bank and Safaricom.