IPO listed on 29 Nov'23
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd
Minimum Investment
₹ 14,720 / 460 shares
Grey market premium
₹ 6 (19% premium)
Issue price
₹ 32
Listing price
₹ 50
% since launch
Listing on
Nov 29, 2023
Our Verdict:
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- IREDA, as the single largest pure-play green financing NBFC, is set for substantial growth in the renewable energy sector. Its loan book grew by 30% CAGR over FY21-23, outpacing competitors like PFC and REC. Further, expansion into new green technologies like green hydrogen, pumped hydro storage power plants, battery storage value chain and green energy corridor suggests sustainable future growth.
- In terms of valuations, the IPO is attractively priced at price to book value (P/BV) ratio of 1.2x and price to earnings (P/E) ratio of 7.4x. Additionally, the grey market premium (GMP) for the issue indicates a premium listing.
- Given the firm’s impressive track record, improved asset quality, fair valuations, and growth opportunities, investors can consider subscribing to this issue from a long-term perspective.
About the company
Founded in
11 Mar'87
Managing director
Pradip Kumar Das
- Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) is a Government of India enterprise, operating under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy for over 36 years. It specializes in promoting, developing, and financing renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency and conservation (EEC) projects.
- IREDA offers extensive financial services, covering the entire lifecycle of RE projects, including aspects like project conceptualization, equipment manufacturing, and transmission.
STRENGTHS
- Diverse Loan Portfolio: As of September 2023, IREDA's loan portfolio is valued at Rs 47,514 crore, showing a robust 30% CAGR from FY2021 to FY2023. With 93.41% secured loans, it has a strong safety net against defaults.
- Solid Financial Growth: Between FY21 and FY23, the firm’s revenue grew at a 15% CAGR, while its net profit soared by 58%.
- Enhanced Profitability: The operating margin improved from 21.34% in FY21 to 32.69% in FY23, with net profit margin also increasing from 13.03% to 24.82%.
- Improved Asset Quality: Gross NPAs dropped significantly from 8.77% in FY21 to 3.13% by September 2023. Net NPAs also decreased from 5.61% to 1.65%, surpassing industry peers.
- High Capital Adequacy: As of September 30, 2023, the CRAR was 20.92%, with a Tier I ratio of 18.08% and Tier II at 2.84%, well above regulatory requirements.
RISK FACTORS
- Loan Concentration Risk: As of September 2023, the largest borrower represents 3.9% of IREDA's loan book, with the top 5 borrowers comprising 16.2%, the top 10 making up 25.9%, and the top 20 accounting for 39.7%. Financial instability among these key borrowers could significantly impact the company's asset quality and financial performance.
- Geographical Loan Concentration: About 60.72% of the loan portfolio is concentrated in the top five states, making the company vulnerable to region-specific risks such as economic downturns, natural disasters, or regulatory shifts impacting renewable energy borrowers.
- Exposure to Foreign Currency Risks: As of September 2023, foreign currency borrowings constituted 24.31% of the company's total borrowings, exposing it to risks associated with foreign exchange rate fluctuations.
- Cash Flow Concerns: Over the past three years, IREDA has experienced negative operational cash flows. Persistent negative cash flow or significant liquidity issues could hinder the company's operational sustainability.
Issue details
Issue type
Mainstream
Issue size
₹ 2,150.21 crore
Fresh Issue
₹ 1,290.13 crore
OFS
₹ 860.08 crore
Price range
₹ 30 - 32
Lot size
460 shares
Issue Objective
The proceeds from the fresh issue will be utilised towards augmenting the company’s capital base to meet its future capital requirements and onward lending.
Dates
Bidding open
21 Nov'23
Bidding close
23 Nov'23
Allotment date
24 Nov'23
Refund date
27 Nov'23
Listing
29 Nov'23
IPO Reservations
Qualified institutional buyers
<50%
Non-institutional investors
>15%
Retail individual investors
>35%
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