
From Boom to Bust: Malawi’s richest man loses $270 million in 3 months
FMB Capital’s stock dips 30%, slashing Hitesh Anadkat’s stake by $274 million. Yet, investors stay confident in the regional banking powerhouse.
FMB Capital’s stock dips 30%, slashing Hitesh Anadkat’s stake by $274 million. Yet, investors stay confident in the regional banking powerhouse.
A recent dip in FMB Capital’s share price on the Malawi Stock Exchange has shaved $183 million off Hitesh Anadkat’s investment.
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Since the start of 2025, Anadkat’s 45.32 percent stake, which consists of 1,114,195,155 shares, has grown by $54.26 million.
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