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Arkade Developers IPO Opens: Key Details and Market Sentiment

The highly anticipated initial public offering (IPO) of Mumbai-based real estate company, Arkade Developers Ltd., is set to open for subscription on Today, September 16, and will close on September 19. The IPO has already generated buzz in the gray market, where it is trading at a 62.5% premium or ₹80 above the upper limit of the price band. Strong Pre-IPO Support Prior to the IPO's launch, Arkade Developers secured ₹122.40 crore from anchor investors. The allocation was made to nine key players, including Societe Generale, Intuitive Alpha Investment Fund PCC- Cell 1, Saint Capital Fund, and Vision Value Fund. Analyst Recommendations: Positive Outlook Most analysts have given the Arkade Developers IPO a "Subscribe" rating, citing its reasonable valuation compared to industry peers. Marwadi Financial Services: Strong Buy Marwadi Financial Services recommends subscribing to this IPO, as the company is a well-established player in Maharashtra's Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), with a competitive pricing strategy compared to its rivals. SBI Securities: Attractive Investment SBI Securities has also issued a "Subscribe" rating, noting Arkade Developers' strong performance track record, healthy market share in key micro-markets, and potential for growth in MMR’s real estate sector. They recommend the IPO for both short-term listing gains and long-term investment potential. Choice Broking: Hold for Long-Term Gains Choice Broking highlights Arkade’s near debt-free status and strong project delivery timelines. They recommend holding onto the stock for long-term sustainable growth. Arkade Developers IPO Details The IPO price band has been set between ₹121 and ₹128 per share. Investors can place bids in lots of 110 shares or multiples thereof. At the upper price band, Arkade Developers will have a post-listing market capitalization of ₹2,376 crore, and the company aims to raise ₹410 crore through this offering. Allocation Breakdown The IPO consists of a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹410 crore, without any offer for sale (OFS) component. The company has already raised ₹20 crore in a pre-IPO placement round. The issue is structured as follows: - 50% (₹204 crore) is reserved for qualified institutional bidders (QIB). - 15% (₹61 crore) is allocated for non-institutional investors. - 35% (₹143 crore) is reserved for retail investors. Use of Proceeds The funds raised from the IPO will be used for ongoing projects, future real estate acquisitions, and general corporate purposes. Arkade Developers: A Growing Real Estate Force Arkade Developers has been growing rapidly in the Mumbai real estate market. As of July 31, 2023, the company has developed 1.80 million square feet of residential properties, including joint ventures. Between 2017 and Q1 2023, Arkade launched 1,040 residential units and sold 792 units in the MMR area. Financial Performance Arkade Developers reported revenues of ₹224 crore in 2023, ₹237 crore in 2022, and ₹113 crore in 2021, reflecting consistent growth in recent years. Key Dates - IPO Opening Date: September 16, 2024 - IPO Closing Date: September 19, 2024 - Allotment Finalization: September 20, 2024 - Listing Date: September 24, 2024 (on BSE and NSE) Unistone Capital is the book-running lead manager (BRLM) for the IPO, while Bigshare Services Pvt Ltd will act as the registrar. Arkade Developers’ IPO is seen as a strong opportunity for investors seeking exposure to Mumbai's growing real estate market. Read the full article