IKIO Lighting IPO: Details, Offer Size, Price Band, and Grey Market Premium

IKIO Lighting, a lighting solutions company, is set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) worth ₹607 crore. The IPO comprises both an offer for sale (OFS) and a fresh issue of shares. The OFS involves the transfer of shares by the company's promoters and early shareholders, while the fresh issue component injects new funds into the company but may dilute earnings per share and equity.

The IPO has been priced in the range of ₹270 to ₹285 per share. The final IPO allotment price will be determined through a book-building process. In this analysis, the upper end of the price band is considered.

The details of the IKIO Lighting IPO reveal that the offer for sale involves 90,00,000 shares, which, at the upper price band of ₹285, amounts to ₹257 crore. Additionally, the fresh issue component consists of 1,22,80,702 shares, resulting in an offer for sale component of ₹350 crore at the upper price band. Therefore, the overall IPO size will include the issuance of 2,12,80,702 shares, totaling ₹607 crore at the upper price band.

The subscription for the IPO opens on June 6, 2023, and closes on June 8, 2023. The basis of allotment will be finalized on June 13, 2023, followed by refunds initiated on June 14, 2023. Demat credits are expected to take place on June 15, 2023, and the stock is scheduled to be listed on June 16, 2023, on both the NSE and BSE.

Grey market price (GMP) trading typically begins a few days before the IPO opens and continues until the listing date. The GMP is influenced by market conditions, including Nifty and Sensex levels, as well as overall IPO market sentiment and macroeconomic factors. The level of subscription across retail and Qualified Institutional Buyer (QIB) segments also impacts the GMP, indicating investor interest in the stock. Strong QIB subscription often leads to an increase in GMP.

The GMP serves as an informal gauge of demand and supply for the IPO and can provide insights into the likely listing performance of the stock. It reflects market sentiment and trends over time. Based on available data, here is a summary of the GMP for the IKIO Lighting IPO:

Date | GMP

06-Jun-23 | ₹103 

05-Jun-23 | ₹95 

04-Jun-23 | ₹73 

03-Jun-23 | ₹73 

02-Jun-23 | ₹50

The GMP trend indicates that the grey market premium opened at ₹50 and has now risen to ₹103. However, the actual subscription numbers during the IPO will have a significant impact on the GMP. Historically, oversubscribed IPOs have seen a positive shift in the grey market pricing, indicating robust investor interest. IKIO Lighting Ltd has shown good traction in the grey market.

Assuming the upper end of the price band at ₹285, the GMP suggests a listing price of around ₹380 per share as of June 5, 2023. Tracking the subscription update during the IPO will provide a clearer picture of the GMP's trajectory. Institutional QIB subscription is a crucial factor influencing GMP pricing.

The GMP of ₹95, considering the upper price band of ₹285, indicates a healthy listing premium of 33.33% for IKIO Lighting Ltd. This implies a listing price of approximately ₹380 per share when the stock lists on June 16, 2023. These are approximations, so it's advisable to exercise caution. The sustainability of the GMP in the coming days after the IPO opens will be a key factor to monitor.

While the GMP is an important, albeit informal, indicator of the likely listing price, it should not be taken at face value. It tends to be dynamic and reacts to news and events. Investors should view it as an informal indication and focus on the trend over time rather than specific numbers.

Established in 2016, IKIO Lighting Ltd specializes in LED lighting solutions. LED lights have gained popularity due to their long-term cost-effectiveness and lower carbon footprint, supported by government initiatives. The company's product portfolio includes LED lighting, refrigeration lights, ABS piping, and other related products.

IKIO Lighting primarily operates in the Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) segment. It designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies products to customers who further distribute them under their own brands or white-label brands. The company's products predominantly cater to the high-margin premium segment and encompass lighting, fittings, fixtures, accessories, and components.

The IPO is being managed by Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors Private Limited, with KFIN Technologies serving as the registrars to the issue.

 

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