IDFC First Bank’s stock has experienced a decline due to concerns surrounding the merger ratio
According to Nuvama Alternative Research, IDFC First Bank is considered the top probable contender for inclusion in the MSCI August 2023 Standard Index. However, for the stock to meet the requirements for inclusion, it would need to experience a rally of approximately 10 percent from its current levels.
On July 4, the share price of IDFC First Bank declined by over 5 percent following the announcement of the share swap ratio for its merger with IDFC Ltd. Shareholders of IDFC Ltd will receive 155 equity shares of IDFC First Bank for every 100 equity shares held. Based on the closing price on July 3, IDFC shareholders are receiving a premium of 17 percent, indicating a premium of 24 percent based on the previous Friday's closing price.
As a result, IDFC Ltd's stock surged 2 percent, wh...