Pick n Pay secures $471 million in Boxer IPO to drive growth strategy
Boxer's oversubscribed listing marks one of Africa’s largest IPOs in 2024.
Boxer's oversubscribed listing marks one of Africa’s largest IPOs in 2024.
The retailer, partly owned by the South African billionaire Ackerman family, is positioning itself for a recovery following previous financial setbacks.
South African retailer offloads stake amid challenging market conditions.
As the legal battle unfolds, the retail industry watches closely to see the implications and outcomes of Pick ‘n Pay’s unprecedented move to liquidate a major franchisee in its extensive network.
The recent decline in Pick ‘n Pay shares has led to a reduction in the market value of the Ackerman family’s stake by R906.4 million ($47.43 million) over the last 15 days
Pick ‘n Pay announces plans for a rights issue to raise up to R4 billion ($210 million) and the listing of its discount grocery chain, Boxer.
The Ackerman family, known for their wealth and diverse investments, currently holds a significant 25.53-percent stake in Pick ‘n Pay, equivalent to 124,677,238 shares.
The Ackerman family, known for their wealth and diverse investments, holds a significant 25.53-percent stake in Pick ‘n Pay, or 124,677,238 shares.
Beyond leading one of Africa’s retail giants, Ackerman’s investments make him one of South Africa’s wealthiest business leaders.
This initiative underscores the Ackerman family’s commitment to reducing food waste and promoting sustainability in South Africa’s retail landscape.
The latest disclosure of unclaimed cash-back rewards underscores Pick ‘n Pay’s commitment to its loyal customers.
As the scion of the Ackerman family, one of the richest families in South Africa, Gareth Ackerman’s views carry considerable weight in the business community.
The Ackerman family holds a significant 25.53-percent stake in the retailer, or 124,677,238 issued shares.
Ackerman and his family own a 25.53-percent stake in Pick ‘n Pay.
Pick ‘n Pay operates more than 2,000 stores across eight African countries.
The $15.04-million dividend was drawn from the group’s retained earnings of $306.5 million.