The second half of the year has brought a resurgence of the IPO (initial public offering) frenzy, and this time it is the SME (small and medium enterprises) IPOs that are leading the charge.
The SME IPO segment is currently experiencing a bustling surge of activity as small and medium enterprises seize the opportunity to tap into the public markets.
Last week, we wrote to you four SME IPOs that were opening up for subscriptions. This week brings even more excitement as four more SME IPOs are set to hit the market.
Collectively, these companies have set their sights on raising over Rs 1.1 billion (bn) through their public offerings.
Here are the four SME IPOs opening up for subscription this week.
First on the list is Synoptics Technologies, with an issue size of Rs 540.3 million (m).
Synoptics Technologies is an IT services company offering solutions in the areas of IT Infrastructure like connectivity to the branches, supply, implementation, and support of the network equipment needed to run the IT setup.
The company designs solutions for customers who need to put their applications on the cloud.
As per the company's Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP), in the financial years 2020-22, the company achieved a revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 32.1%, while net profit grew by 33.4% over the same period.
The increasing spending in the IT space helped the company's earnings growth.
The net proceeds from the public offer will be used for repayment of certain borrowings to meet working capital requirements, investment in strategic acquisitions, and other general corporate purposes.
Here are the key details of the IPO.
Issue period: 30 June 2023 to 5 July 2023
Type of Issue: Book built issue of 1.4 m shares
Face value: Rs 10 per equity share
Price band: Rs 237 per share
Lot size: 600 shares
Application limit: Maximum one lot worth Rs 142,200
Tentative IPO allotment date: 10 July 2023
Tentative listing date: 13 July 2023
Second on the list is Tridhya Tech, with an issue size of Rs 264.1 m.
Tridhya Tech is involved in full-service software development which includes all IT services and resources.
The company is engaged in full-service software development, which includes all IT services and resources. It provides turnkey consultancy services to various industries like e-commerce, real estate, transport, logistics, and others.
The company has a strong presence in the international market, including the UK, US, and Switzerland.
On a CAGR basis, from 2020-2022, the company's sales and profit have increased by 45.9% and 137.3%, respectively.
This growth was driven by the rise in demand for collaborative applications and application platforms.
Tridhya plans to utilise the proceeds of the issue for repayment of unsecured and secured loans. Also, a portion of the proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes.
Here are the key details of the IPO.
Issue period: 30 June 2023 to 5 July 2023
Type of Issue: Book built issue of 6.2 m shares
Face value: Rs 10 per equity share
Price band: Rs 35-42 per share
Lot size: 3,000 shares
Application limit: Maximum one lot worth Rs 126,000
Tentative IPO allotment date: 10 July 2023
Tentative listing date: 13 July 2023
Third on the list is Pentagon Rubber, with an issue size of 161.7 m. The IPO commenced its subscription today.
Pentagon Rubber is the leading engineering component player offering a wide range of rubber conveyor belts, transmission belts, rubber sheets, and elevator belts.
Pentagon Rubber has one of India's longest conveyor belting presses, with a production capacity of 21 mtr in a single stroke. This technology allows the company to produce conveyor rubber belting up to 3,150 KN/m, making it one of the top manufacturers in India.
As per the company's DRHP, in the financial years 2020-22, the company achieved a revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.9%, while net profit grew by 9.6% over the same period.
The strong domestic demand and brand recognition have helped the company's growth.
The IPO proceeds will be used to meet the working capital requirements, general corporate purpose and issue expenses. The additional working capital will help in the expansion of its business activities.
The company is already expanding its production capacity with the help of internal accruals and borrowings.
The expanded capacity by December 2023 will be 6,00,000 metres or up to 2.5 times the existing capacity of 2,40,000 metres.
Here are the key details of the IPO.
Issue period: 26 June 2023 to 30 June 2023
Type of Issue: Book built issue of 2.3 m shares
Face value: Rs 10 per equity share
Price band: Rs 65-70 per share
Lot size: 2,000 shares
Application limit: Maximum one lot worth Rs 140,000
Tentative IPO allotment date: 5 July 2023
Tentative listing date: 10 July 2023
Last on the list is Global Pet Industries, with an issue size of 132.3 m.
Global Pet Industries is engaged in manufacturing automatic and semi-automatic pet machines and spare components and accessories of such machines.
Internationally, it supplies products in 19 countries, including UAE, the US, and Nepal.
On a CAGR basis, from 2020-22, the company's sales and profit have increased by 11.8% and 8.1%, respectively, driven by steady market demand.
The net proceeds from the issue will be used for funding capital expenditure on the construction of the factory building and for general corporate purposes.
Here are the key details of the IPO.
Issue period: 29 June 2023 to 3 July 2023
Type of Issue: Book built issue of 2.7 m shares
Face value: Rs 10 per equity share
Price band: Rs 49 per share
Lot size: 3,000 shares
Application limit: Maximum one lot worth Rs 147,000
Tentative IPO allotment date: 6 July 2023
Tentative listing date: 11 July 2023
Investing in IPOs can be enticing, especially when it comes to SME IPOs. These IPOs provide access to high-growth potential companies in their early stages, which have the potential to generate significant wealth.
SME IPOs often operate in niche markets, exhibit innovative business models, or offer unique products/services, creating opportunities for attractive returns on investment.
Additionally, including SME IPOs in an investment portfolio can enhance diversification by spreading risk across different sectors and industries.
However, it's important to consider the risks associated with SME IPOs, such as liquidity constraints, limited historical data, and potentially higher volatility.
Thorough research, careful evaluation, and consideration of individual risk tolerance are crucial before investing in SME IPOs.
For more information on IPOs, check out the list of upcoming IPO's.
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GMP stands for grey market premium. It is the amount, over and above the issue price, that traders are willing to pay or ask for to trade IPO shares. The GMP can tell you how an IPO will perform on its listing day.
If you are applying for an IPO, take a look to see what could happen on listing day. But remember GMP shouldn't be the only factor influencing your decision on whether or not to hold or exit the stock.
If you are an investor, then we would say take the GMP with a pinch of salt. A factor as volatile as GMP can't be a deciding factor.
Therefore, you should never apply for an IPO just because it commands a good GMP. You should apply for an IPO because you believe in the company's earning potential. Hence more weightage should be given to the fundamentals of the company.
IPO Price Band is the price range within which investors can bid for the shares. The minimum price is called the floor price and the maximum price is called the cap price.
In case the company revises the price band, the offer period gets extended for at least three additional working days.
Any revision in the price band and the revised offer period, if applicable, is shared by notification to the stock exchanges by issuing a press release and on the websites of the book running lead managers.
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