Explore the top 10 promoter deals of May 2025 conducted via market transactions, featuring big names like TOTEM, TATACONSUM, and MIDEASTP.
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In a month that witnessed notable activity from corporate insiders, May 2025 saw several major promoter transactions executed via market purchase and sale modes, signaling significant shifts in ownership and potential strategic realignments.
Promoter activity is a key indicator of corporate confidence. When promoters buy or sell large equity stakes through market transactions, it often reflects their outlook on the company’s future performance. Below, we cover the top 10 promoter deals in May 2025 based on market acquisition mode, sourced from regulatory filings across BSE and NSE.
1. Forbes Campbell Finance Limited increases stake in TOTEM
On May 5, Forbes Campbell Finance Ltd acquired 1,464,410 equity shares of Forbes Precision Tools and Machine Parts Ltd (TOTEM) through market purchase worth approximately ₹29.74 crore. This move increased their stake from 1.29% to 4.13%.
Just days later, on the same date, they further bought 5,590 shares, raising their holding to 4.14%, showing continued promoter confidence in TOTEM’s long-term trajectory.
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2. Shapoorji Pallonji trims stake in TOTEM
Contrasting the above, Shapoorji Pallonji and Company Pvt Ltd, another major promoter entity of TOTEM, sold 14.7 lakh shares on May 2 via market sale, valuing the deal at ₹29.87 crore. Their stake declined from 72.56% to 69.71%. The redistribution of shares among promoter group firms could signal internal capital reallocation strategies.
3. PRITI HARESH SHAH accumulates shares of Tokyo Plast
In a notable buying spree, Priti Haresh Shah acquired 23,707 shares of Tokyo Plast International Ltd between March 13 and March 28, 2025. The cumulative market transaction worth ₹32.18 lakh was reported on May 2, increasing her stake from 11.33% to 11.58%. This suggests strong insider belief in the company’s prospects.
4. KISHOR A SHAH reduces stake in MIDEASTP
Kishor A Shah, promoter and director of Mid East Portfolio Management Ltd, sold 24,000 equity shares on May 2. The sale reduced his stake from 16.62% to 16.14%. Despite being a relatively small decrease, this movement is worth monitoring if it continues in coming months.
5. DILIP S SHAH exits MIDEASTP
Another interesting movement came from Dilip S Shah, who offloaded his entire holding of 200 shares on the same day. While the quantity was symbolic, the complete exit signals a strategic choice or personal capital repositioning.
6. Shweta Singh sells part stake in MRCAGRO
Between April 21–24, Shweta Singh sold 1.44 lakh shares of MRC Agrotech Ltd via market sale, worth ₹17.22 lakh. Her holding dropped from 13.05% to 12.35%, suggesting a partial exit or portfolio balancing move.
7. Nidhi Verma exits Tata Consumer Products
On April 28, Nidhi Verma, categorized as a designated employee, exited her entire stake of 1,150 shares in Tata Consumer Products Ltd. The transaction, reported on May 2, was labeled as a market sale.
8. NIDHI VERMA’s earlier offloading in TATACONSUM
Interestingly, regulatory filings reflect a duplicate or prior reporting of the same 1,150-share offload under a different filing ID. This reiterates her complete divestment from TATACONSUM, possibly due to compliance or internal reshuffling.
9. SEETHA LAKSHMI exits Senthil Infotek
In an off-market transaction dated April 25 and reported on May 1, Seetha Lakshmi Pitchandi, a promoter-director of Senthil Infotek Ltd, transferred 548,200 equity shares, exiting her 10.86% stake entirely. While this was an off-market deal, it’s critical to monitor such exits for corporate control implications.
Market Signals from May 2025
These promoter activities highlight both accumulation and divestment trends across mid-cap and small-cap firms. Companies like TOTEM, TOKYOPLAST, and MRCAGRO saw enhanced promoter interest, while MIDEASTP, SENINFO, and TATACONSUM experienced exits or stake reductions.
Market purchases by promoters usually signal confidence in future growth, while sales can reflect profit-booking, restructuring, or liquidity needs. However, context is key — not every sell-off is bearish, and not every buy signals a rally.
For investors, tracking promoter deals is a powerful insight tool. It uncovers trends unseen in price charts alone and offers a glimpse into internal strategic moves of listed firms.
