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 three stocks in which the promoter increased their stake:
Man Infraconstruction Ltd
Man Infraconstruction is an Indian infrastructure and construction company specializing in civil engineering projects. It offers a range of services, including the development of residential, commercial, and industrial properties. The company is involved in major infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, and ports. It has a strong presence in the real estate and construction sectors, focusing on timely project execution.
Man Infraconstruction Ltd, classified as a Promoter & Director, acquired 5,00,000 equity shares of Man Infraconstruction through a market purchase on August 20, 2025, and was reported on the exchange on August 21, 2025, at an average price of Rs. 164.0 per share. The total value of this transaction was Rs. 8.2 crores, representing 0.12% of the company’s equity. Following this acquisition, Parag K. Shah’s holding increased to 118,546,965 shares, which constitutes 29.37% of the company’s total equity.
D B Corp Ltd
D B Corp is a leading media conglomerate in India, known for its print and digital publications. It owns popular Hindi-language newspapers like Dainik Bhaskar and operates a range of regional newspapers, radio stations, and digital media platforms. The company also ventures into television broadcasting and content creation, catering to diverse audience segments across the country.
D B Power Limited, classified as a promoter group entity, acquired 6,374 equity shares of D B Corp through a market purchase on August 19, 2025, and was reported on the exchange on August 21, 2025, at an average price of Rs. 268.0 per share. The total value of this transaction was Rs. 17.08 Lakhs. Following this acquisition, D B Power Limited’s holding increased to 1,289,112 shares, which constitutes 0.72% of the company’s total equity.
Along with it, they also acquired 4,966 equity shares of D B Corp through a market purchase on August 20, 2025, and were reported on the exchange on August 21, 2025, at an average price of Rs. 268.3 per share. The total value of this transaction was Rs. 13.32 Lakhs. Following this acquisition, D B Power Limited’s holding increased to 1,294,078 shares, which constitutes 0.73% of the company’s total equity.
Kross Ltd
Kross Ltd is an Indian company primarily engaged in manufacturing and supplying bicycle components, including frames, wheels, and other related products. It also produces high-quality bicycles and accessories. They have established themselves as a prominent brand in the Indian bicycle industry, catering to both domestic and international markets with a focus on innovation and product quality.
Sudhir Rai, classified as a promoter and director, acquired 50,000 equity shares of Kross Ltd. through a market purchase on August 20, 2025, and was reported on the exchange on August 21, 2025, at an average price of Rs. 172 per share. The total value of this transaction was Rs. 86 Lakhs, representing 0.08% of the company’s equity. Following this acquisition, Sudhir Rai’s holding increased to 24,636,733 shares, which constitutes 38.19% of the company’s total equity.
Written by Sridhar J
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