Promoter stake purchases occur when a company’s founders or key shareholders increase their ownership by buying more shares, either through the open market or structured deals like rights issues or buybacks. This move can signal various things, such as confidence in the company’s future, a belief that it’s undervalued, or preparation for significant changes like restructuring or going private.
Generally, when promoters buy more shares, it’s seen as a positive sign, indicating long-term commitment and confidence in the company’s growth. However, it may also be a strategy to strengthen control, prevent takeovers, or align their interests with other shareholders. Investors should assess the reasons behind such purchases to understand their implications.
Here are the two stocks in which the promoter increased their stake
NCC Ltd
NCC Ltd is one of India’s leading construction and infrastructure companies, engaged in various sectors like civil engineering, real estate, power, and water management. With a strong portfolio of projects spanning across India, the company specializes in executing large-scale infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, airports, and urban infrastructure. It is known for its expertise in handling complex engineering works and delivering quality projects on time.
A V S R Holdings Private Limited, classified as a Promoter, acquired 47,500 equity shares of NCC through a market purchase on September 12, 2025, and was reported on the exchange on September 16, 2025, at an average price of Rs. 208.4 per share. The total value of this transaction was Rs. 98.97 lakhs, representing 0.01% of the company’s equity. Following this acquisition, A V S R Holdings Private Limited’s holding increased to 67,005,578 shares, which constitutes 10.67% of the company’s total equity.
The company’s revenue declined by 6.31 percent from Rs. 5,528 crore to Rs. 5,179 crore in Q1FY25-26. Meanwhile, Net profit declined from Rs. 223 crores to Rs. 205 crores during the same period.
Usha Martin Ltd
Usha Martin Ltd is a prominent manufacturer of wire ropes and a leader in the steel industry. The company caters to a wide range of sectors, including construction, mining, oil and gas, and steel manufacturing, providing high-quality wire ropes for diverse applications. With a strong presence both in India and internationally, it is recognized for its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable practices in the steel and wire rope manufacturing business.
Stuti Jhawar, classified as a Promoter Group, acquired 10,000 equity shares of Usha Martin through a market purchase on September 12, 2025, and was reported on the exchange on September 16, 2025, at an average price of Rs. 387.0 per share. The total value of this transaction was Rs. 38.7 lakhs, representing 0.00% of the company’s equity. Following this acquisition, Stuti Jhawar’s holding increased to 1,250,000 shares, which constitutes 0.41% of the company’s total equity.
The company’s revenue rose by 7.36 percent from Rs. 826 crore to Rs. 887 crore in Q1FY25-26. Meanwhile, Net profit declined from Rs. 104 crores to Rs. 101 crores during the same period.
Written by Sridhar J
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