Investment firm 7Q Invest AIF V.C.I.C. PLC has successfully concluded its public offer to acquire shares in LCP Holdings and Investments Public Ltd. The final results, which were officially released on Friday, demonstrate a considerable increase in 7Q Invest's direct ownership. This strategic move brings the firm substantially closer to achieving a majority of LCP Holdings' voting rights.
The public offer, initially launched on November 20, 2025, aimed to secure the entirety of LCP Holdings' issued share capital. Although a 100% acquisition was not attained, the outcome clearly signals 7Q Invest's intention to bolster its direct involvement. Following the offer's completion, 7Q Invest's direct shareholding has risen from 41.87% to an impressive 48.91%. This enhancement was achieved through the acquisition of an additional 1,807,043 ordinary shares at €0.141 per share.
Concurrently, 7Q Invest's indirect participation in LCP Holdings has experienced a minor reduction, decreasing from 26.11% to 25.94%. This adjustment in the ownership structure, announced on January 22, 2026, suggests a deliberate rebalancing of holdings within the broader 7Q Invest group. The total issued share capital of LCP Holdings consists of 25,655,723 ordinary shares, each with a nominal value of €0.11.
The acquisition process adhered strictly to Cyprus's Public Takeover Bids Law of 2007. A total of 1,807,043 LCP shares were submitted through valid acceptance forms, representing a 7.04% acceptance rate of the total issued share capital. The final acceptance rate experienced a slight shortfall from initial projections due to the non-release of 160,208 pledged LCP shares. Forms that did not meet the stipulated acceptance and transfer timeframes were consequently excluded.
This strategic manoeuvre by 7Q Invest is expected to exert significant influence on LCP Holdings' governance and operational direction. The augmented direct ownership stake will grant 7Q Invest greater control and a more prominent role in crucial decision-making processes. While the overall participation of 7Q Invest and its associated entities has been recalibrated, the strengthening of its direct position underscores a commitment to deepening its involvement. The market will undoubtedly monitor how 7Q Invest leverages its increased direct stake to shape the company's future trajectory.