CCI Approves Fortis Healthcare Limited's Acquisition of Additional 31.52% Stake in Agilus Diagnostics Limited.

Banking & Finance | Dated: 09 Nov 2024

On 29th October 2024, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the proposal of Fortis Healthcare Limited (FHL), a multi-specialty hospital chain in India, to acquire an additional 31.52% stake in Agilus Diagnostics Limited (Agilus).

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Following the transaction, FHL’s shareholding in Agilus will increase from the current 57.68% to 89.2%.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) CCI also approved the proposed combination which involves the merger of Diligent Power Private Limited (DPPL) into DB Power Limited (DBPL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of DPPL, and the reorganization of Decore Thermal Power Private Limited (DTPPL) through the buyback of certain securities.
  • (ii) CCI approved the proposed combination involving the acquisition of additional stake in ThoughtWorks Holding, Inc. by London-based Apax Partners Limited Liability Partnership (AP Funds) and Temasek Holdings (Private) Limited (Temasek).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

How much additional stake did Fortis Healthcare Limited acquire in Agilus Diagnostics Limited?

Correct Answer: 31.52%

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About CCI

  • Chairman : Ravneet Kaur
  • Headquarters : New Delhi