Trading Window Closure Announced

OCCL Limited announced that its trading window will close for designated individuals starting April 1, 2026. This measure is in preparation for the company's financial results covering the quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance for Q4 FY26

Under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, specifically Regulation 12, OCCL Limited is mandated to close its trading window. This prohibition on trading securities by designated persons will begin on April 1, 2026. The window is set to remain closed for a period of 48 hours following the official announcement of the company's financial results for the fourth quarter and the entire fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.

Purpose of Trading Window Restrictions

These trading windows serve as a vital regulatory tool to prevent the misuse of unpublished price-sensitive information. By temporarily halting trading by directors, key management, and other employees who have access to non-public information, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) aims to ensure a fair and equitable environment for all investors. This practice is fundamental to maintaining market integrity and averting insider trading.

About OCCL Limited

OCCL Limited is a key participant in India's chemical industry, particularly recognized for its production of Carbon Black. This material is essential for manufacturing tires, various rubber products, and inks.

Impact on Designated Persons

Individuals identified as 'designated persons' within OCCL Limited are prohibited from engaging in any transactions related to the company's shares or other securities. This includes buying, selling, or any other form of dealing while the window is closed. The policy applies to everyone categorized as a 'designated person' under the company's internal insider trading prevention code.

Industry Standard Practice

Companies listed in India, including OCCL's competitors in the Carbon Black and specialty chemical sectors such as Phillips Carbon Black Ltd (PCBL) and Himadri Specialty Chemical Ltd, routinely implement similar mandatory trading window closures prior to announcing financial results. This is standard regulatory compliance for publicly traded companies to ensure market fairness.

Key Dates and Information to Watch

Investors will be tracking the official date for OCCL Limited's Q4 FY26 and full-year FY26 financial results announcement. Following this, the trading window will reopen 48 hours after the results are declared. Any forward-looking statements or commentary from management accompanying the results will also be of interest.