Kenya’s Merali family sees $2.2-million loss as Sasini Tea shares decline on NSE
This latest decline has further impacted the Merali family’s stake, reducing its value to Ksh2.54 billion ($19.63 million) as of Nov. 22.
This latest decline has further impacted the Merali family’s stake, reducing its value to Ksh2.54 billion ($19.63 million) as of Nov. 22.
The Merali family holds a majority stake of 65.46 percent in Sasini Plc, valued at approximately $25 million.
Despite this setback, the Merali family remains one of the wealthiest investors on the NSE and a prominent figure among Kenya’s richest families.
NCBA’s board of directors recently recommended a final dividend of Ksh3 per share, bringing the full-year payout to Ksh4.75 (0.04) per share.
The multimillionaire Merali family holds a controlling stake of 65.46 percent in Sasini Tea, representing 168,856,800 ordinary shares in the group, presently valued at $25.78 million.
This surge solidifies the Merali family’s position as prominent investors on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, with their extensive investments establishing them among the wealthiest families in Kenya.
Boasting a majority 65.46-percent stake in the company, the Merali family has long been regarded as one of the wealthiest families in Kenya.
The Merali family has seen the market value of their shares in Sasini drop by Ksh462.95 million ($3.15 million) in the past 21 days.
The Merali family, overseeing the estate of the late tycoon Naushad Merali, commands a 74-percent stake in Sameer Africa.
Despite the recent downturn in Sasini’s share price, the Kenyan Merali family remains one of the wealthiest families in the country.
Billionaires.Africa has identified and monitored five prominent companies held by the Kenyan Merali family.
With a 65.46-percent stake, Kenya’s Merali family holds the largest share in Sasini Tea.
With their remarkable gains in the stock market and increased profitability, the Merali family continues strengthening their financial standing.
The Merali family, custodians of the late tycoon Naushad Merali’s estate, is the majority shareholder of Sameer Africa.
While the aggregate consideration remains undisclosed, the Naushad Merali family received a premium above the market price.
The recent gain solidifies the Merali family’s position as one of the wealthiest families in East Africa.