Waaree Energies' $514M IPO Sees Explosive Demand, Oversubscribed 3.29 Times on Opening Day

October 22, 2024
Waaree Energies' $514M IPO Sees Explosive Demand, Oversubscribed 3.29 Times on Opening Day
  • On its opening day, the IPO was subscribed 3.29 times, with non-institutional investors oversubscribing by nearly eight times and retail investors by over three times.

  • At the upper end of its price range, Waaree Energies is valued at nearly Rs 43,200 crore, or approximately $5 billion.

  • Analysts believe Waaree Energies is well-positioned to capitalize on the global transition towards solar energy, highlighting its leadership in the market and robust financials.

  • The company has attracted significant investments from major financial institutions, including Goldman Sachs, BlackRock, and Morgan Stanley, indicating strong confidence in its future.

  • For the quarter ending June 30, 2024, Waaree Energies reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 401.13 crore, alongside sales of Rs 3,408.90 crore.

  • Investors can bid for a minimum of nine equity shares, with the IPO price range set between Rs 1,427 and Rs 1,503 per share.

  • The IPO is part of a broader rally in India's renewable energy stocks, which have surged by as much as 357% this year.

  • The IPO consists of a fresh issue of equity shares worth Rs 3,600 crore and an offer for sale of 4.8 million shares valued at Rs 721.44 crore.

  • Waaree Energies Ltd., India's largest solar-panel producer, has launched a $514 million initial public offering (IPO) that opened for public subscription on October 21, 2024.

  • Ahead of the IPO, the company secured approximately Rs 1,277 crore from anchor investors, allocating nearly 85 lakh shares at Rs 1,503 each.

  • The IPO has generated robust demand, particularly from both small and wealthy investors, reflecting a growing frenzy for new issuances in India's financial landscape.

  • Proceeds from the IPO will primarily fund the establishment of a new 6 GW manufacturing facility for solar components in Odisha.

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