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Karachi, JS Bank Limited has announced an extension in the timeline for the public announcement of its offer to acquire more than 51% shares and control of BankIslami Pakistan Limited. The extension comes as the Acquirer awaits regulatory approvals to proceed with the transaction.
JS Bank Limited, represented by Next Capital Limited, had previously entered into share purchase agreements with the intention of acquiring a controlling stake in BankIslami Pakistan Limited, subject to regulatory clearances. However, due to the pending approvals, the Acquirer will be unable to make the public announcement of the offer within the original 180-day period, which commenced on May 16, 2023.
To comply with the regulations set forth by the Securities Act, 2015, and the Listed Companies (Substantial Acquisition of Voting Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2017, JS Bank Limited has officially notified the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan and the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited of the extension in the timeline. The Acquirer has invoked Regulation 7 (1) of the aforementioned regulations to extend the date for making a public announcement of the offer by an additional 90 days.
As per the revised timeline, JS Bank Limited now plans to make the public announcement of the offer by August 14, 2023. This extension will allow the Acquirer to complete the necessary procedures and obtain the required regulatory approvals to move forward with the transaction smoothly.
The acquisition of a controlling stake in BankIslami Pakistan Limited by JS Bank Limited holds significant implications for the banking industry in Pakistan. Once completed, the transaction will reshape the competitive landscape and potentially result in a strengthened financial institution that can offer enhanced services and benefits to its customers.