IPO Update

Smarten Power System, a homegrown manufacturer of solar and power backup solutions, is set to raise Rs. 50 crore through its initial public offering (IPO) scheduled from July 7 to July 9. Priced at Rs. 100 per share, the IPO comprises a fresh issue of Rs. 40.01 crore and an offer for sale worth Rs. 10 crore. The proceeds will be deployed toward production line upgrades, working capital, debt repayment, and strategic capital expenditure.

Safex Chemicals (India) Ltd., a prominent player in India’s specialty chemicals and agrochemical industry, has filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), seeking approval for an initial public offering (IPO). The IPO comprises a fresh issue of shares worth Rs. 450 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of 35.73 million equity shares by promoters and investors. The funds will primarily be allocated toward debt reduction and general corporate purposes.

Meesho, the Bengaluru-based e-commerce startup backed by Japanese investment giant SoftBank, has initiated a confidential filing with India’s Securities and Exchange Board (SEBI) for an initial public offering (IPO). The company, known for its asset-light, social commerce model, intends to raise at least Rs. 4,250 crore through the offering. By leveraging SEBI’s pre-filing confidentiality provision, Meesho aims to maintain strategic discretion while navigating fluctuating market conditions.

Shadowfax Technologies Ltd, the Flipkart-backed logistics startup, has taken a decisive step towards public listing by confidentially submitting its draft red herring prospectus to the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The initial public offering (IPO) aims to raise Rs. 2,000–2,500 crore through a mix of fresh capital and an offer for sale by existing investors. Market insiders peg the company’s valuation at approximately Rs. 8,500 crore—significantly higher than its Rs.

Travel Food Services (TFS), a key player in India's travel-focused food and beverage (F&B) sector, is preparing to launch its Rs. 2,000-crore initial public offering (IPO) from July 7 to July 9, 2025. The issue, priced between Rs. 1,045 and Rs. 1,100 per share, is entirely an offer-for-sale (OFS) by the promoter entity, Kapur Family Trust, signaling a strategic shift without raising new capital. TFS, backed by global travel retail leader SSP Group, operates nearly 400 outlets across 14 Indian and 3 Malaysian airports.

Kolkata-based education services provider Crizac Limited has raised Rs. 258 crore through its anchor investor round ahead of its initial public offering (IPO) scheduled for July 2025. The company, which is offering a full offer-for-sale (OFS) issue of Rs. 860 crore, allocated over 1.05 crore equity shares at Rs. 245 apiece to a roster of marquee institutional investors. With a grey market premium (GMP) of Rs. 12 per share as of July 1, expectations for the listing remain optimistic.

HDB Financial Services, a key non-banking finance arm of HDFC Bank, commenced trading on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) on July 2, 2025, following a resoundingly successful initial public offering (IPO). The offering, which closed on June 27, was oversubscribed nearly 27 times, highlighting strong demand from institutional and retail investors alike. Market momentum, bolstered by a grey market premium of Rs. 75, suggested a listing price of approximately Rs. 815 per share — a 10% premium over the issue price of Rs. 740.

Skyways Air Services Ltd, a leading player in air freight forwarding and logistics, has initiated its journey towards a public listing by filing a draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi). The company plans to raise capital through a combination of a fresh issue and an offer for sale, aiming to strengthen its balance sheet by repaying debt and enhancing working capital. Founded in 1984 as a Custom House Agent, Skyways has evolved into a comprehensive logistics provider with revenues exceeding Rs. 1,289 crore in FY24.