Sinclairs Hotels Promoter Navin Chand Suchanti Increases Stake to 5.81% Through Open Market Purchase

Sinclairs Hotels Limited has disclosed a substantial acquisition of shares by its promoter Navin Chand Suchanti under SEBI regulations. The transaction represents a strategic increase in promoter shareholding through open market purchases conducted over two days in February 2026. Share Acquisition Details Navin Chand Suchanti acquired 106,735 equity shares through open market transactions between February 26-27, 2026. The acquisition increased his total shareholding from 2,872,702 shares to 2,979,437 shares, representing a percentage increase from 5.60% to 5.81% of the company's total share capital. Parameter Before Acquisition Acquisition After Acquisition Number of Shares 2,872,702 106,735 2,979,437 Percentage Holding 5.60% 0.21% 5.81% % of Diluted Capital 5.60% 0.21% 5.81% Regulatory Compliance The disclosure was made under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Company Secretary Dipak Kumar Shaw filed the necessary documentation with BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited, and The Calcutta Stock Exchange Ltd on March 2, 2026. Company Share Capital Structure Sinclairs Hotels Limited maintains an equity share capital of 5,12,60,000 shares of Rs. 2 each, which remained unchanged before and after the acquisition. The total diluted share capital also stands at the same level, indicating no outstanding convertible securities or warrants. Share Capital Details Specification Total Equity Shares 5,12,60,000 Face Value per Share Rs. 2 Stock Exchanges BSE, NSE, Calcutta Stock Exchange Acquisition Mode Open Market Market Presence The company's shares are listed on three stock exchanges with different scrip codes. BSE Limited lists the shares under scrip code 523023, while National Stock Exchange uses the symbol SINCLAIR. The Calcutta Stock Exchange maintains the scrip code 029074 for trading purposes. This acquisition demonstrates continued promoter confidence in the hospitality company, with Navin Chand Suchanti maintaining his position as a key stakeholder while incrementally increasing his ownership stake through market-based transactions. Sinclairs Hotels has delivered exceptional third-quarter financial results for the period ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating remarkable growth across all key performance metrics. The hospitality company reported a Profit After Tax of ₹576.53 lakh compared to ₹112.14 lakh in the same quarter of the previous year, representing a substantial 414% year-over-year increase. Total income for the quarter reached ₹2,070.60 lakh, up from ₹1,478.60 lakh in the corresponding period last year. Outstanding Q3FY26 Financial Performance The company's quarterly results showcase exceptional improvement across all financial parameters. The revenue growth coupled with dramatic profit expansion demonstrates enhanced operational efficiency and superior business execution. EBITDA performance reached ₹1,013.19 lakh compared to ₹355.06 lakh in the previous year's corresponding quarter, while Profit Before Tax stood at ₹735.77 lakh against ₹156.84 lakh year-over-year. Financial Metric: Q3FY26 Q3FY25 Growth Total Income: ₹2,070.60 lakh ₹1,478.60 lakh Strong YoY Growth EBITDA: ₹1,013.19 lakh ₹355.06 lakh Significant Expansion Profit Before Tax: ₹735.77 lakh ₹156.84 lakh Substantial Increase Profit After Tax: ₹576.53 lakh ₹112.14 lakh 414% YoY Growth Nine-Month Period Performance For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, Sinclairs Hotels achieved a Total Income of ₹4,872.09 lakh compared to ₹4,403.50 lakh in the previous year. EBITDA for the nine-month period reached ₹1,988.67 lakh against ₹1,837.50 lakh year-over-year. The company reported Profit Before Tax of ₹1,243.88 lakh and Profit After Tax of ₹991.42 lakh for the nine-month period. Comprehensive Investor Presentation Released The company has released a detailed investor presentation under Regulation 30 of SEBI regulations, highlighting its diversified portfolio across key tourism circuits. The presentation emphasizes the company's consistent growth track record, strong EBITDA margins, and high promoter confidence with majority stake holding and no pledged shares. The company operates ten hotels across strategic locations including Burdwan, Siliguri, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Dooars, Gangtok, Ooty, Port Blair, and two properties in Udaipur. Strategic Initiatives and Operational Highlights Sinclairs Hotels launched its flagship Sinclairs Palace Retreat Udaipur in August 2025, enhancing destination appeal with large banquet and wedding venues. The company's quarterly operating revenue reached ₹1,780.49 lakh, up by 23.40% compared to the same period last year. Properties in Siliguri, Chalsa, Ooty, Port Blair, and Udaipur Palace performed exceptionally well during the quarter. Strategic Parameter: Details Current Room Inventory: 581 keys Target Inventory: 700 rooms by FY 26-27 New Property Launch: Sinclairs Palace Retreat Udaipur (August 2025) Expansion Plans: Additional rooms in Chalsa and Kalimpong Strong Financial Position and Market Recognition Sinclairs Hotels maintains a robust financial foundation, remaining completely debt-free with strong underlying fundamentals. The company holds a strong cash position with current investments valued at ₹88.70 crore, providing substantial financial flexibility for future growth initiatives. 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