Upcoming IPO - Popular Vehicles & Services Limited

About Company’s Business:

They are a diversified automobile dealership based in India, achieving significant revenue in Fiscal 2023 according to the CRISIL Report. With a fully integrated business model, they address the entire life cycle of vehicle ownership, including new vehicle sales, vehicle servicing and repairs, spare parts and accessories distribution, as well as facilitating the sale and exchange of pre-owned vehicles. Additionally, they operate driving schools and facilitate the sale of third-party financial and insurance products.

About the Industry:

The automobile industry stands as one of the key contributors to the Indian economy. Its share in India’s GDP has risen from 2.80% in fiscal 1993 to around 7.10% at present. India has emerged as one of the largest auto markets globally, witnessing annual domestic sales exceeding 20 million vehicles. Presently, there are only a few extensive dealerships in India, boasting over 100 outlets and a presence across 4-5 states. In comparison to global dealership giants, Indian dealerships are still in the developmental phase, offering substantial potential for expansion.

Key Financial Information (â‚ą in million):

Particulars As at and for six months ended Sep 30, 2023 As at and for the year ended Mar 31, As at and for the year ended Mar 31, As at and for the year ended Mar 31,
Equity Share capital 125.44 125.44 125.44 125.44
Revenue from operations 28,349.97 48,750.02 34,658.79 28,935.25
Profit for the period/year 400.44 640.74 336.69 324.55
Earnings per Equity Share-Basic 6.38 10.22 5.37 5.17
Earnings per Equity Share-Diluted 6.38 10.22 5.37 5.17
Total borrowings 7,646.13 5,050.06 3,719.10 3,530.42
Net asset value per share 61.26 54.69 44.62 39.22
Net worth 3,842.11 3,430.44 2,798.86 2,460.02

Objective of the Issue:

  1. Repayment and/or pre-payment, in full or part, of certain borrowings, availed by our Company and certainof our Subsidiaries, namely, PAWL, PMMIL, KGPL, KCPL and PMPL.

  2. General corporate purposes.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the IPO Prospectus (RHP) filed by the company.

Important information regarding the IPO
Open Date Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Close Date Thursday, March 14, 2024
Issue Size â‚ą601.55 Crores
Price â‚ą280 to â‚ą295 per share
Lot Size 50 Shares
Basis of Allotment Friday, March 15, 2024
Initiation of Refunds Monday, March 18, 2024
Credit of Shares to Demat Monday, March 18, 2024
Listing Date Tuesday, March 19, 2024

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