LIC (Life Insurance Corporation) to raise $3.3 billion via stake sale

The Indian government plans to sell up to a 6.5% stake in Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) at a 10% discount to its closing price. This sale could generate approximately 314 billion rupees ($3.3 billion) and includes a base of 2.5% with an option for an additional 4%. The government intends to reduce its stake from 96.5% to 75% by 2032 to meet shareholding regulations. For investors, this stake sale represents a significant movement in LIC’s shares as well as broader implications for the Indian market.