IPO listed on 24 Sep'24
Northern Arc Capital Ltd
Minimum Investment
₹ 14,991 / 57 shares
Grey market premium
₹ 128 (49% premium)
Issue price
₹ 263
Listing price
₹ 350
Listing gains
87 (33%)
Listing on
Sep 24, 2024
Our Verdict:
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- Northern Arc Capital Ltd (NACL) operates as a diversified NBFC with a solid financial track record. The firm has consistently demonstrated robust growth in revenue and profits while maintaining superior asset quality compared to other NBFCs.
- In terms of valuation, the IPO is competitively priced with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 13x at the upper price band of the post issue capital. Additionally, the grey market premium (GMP) for the issue indicates a strong debut on the bourses.
- With its attractive valuations, a strong cycle of asset quality, and a favourable liquidity environment for NBFCs, investors may consider subscribing to the IPO.
About the company
Founded in
9 Mar'89
Managing director
Ashish Mehrotra
- NACL operates as a diversified financial services provider dedicated to the retail credit needs of underserved households and businesses in India. In the past 15 years, the firm has financed over Rs 1.73 lakh crore, impacting 10.18 crore individuals nationwide.
- NACL addresses these needs through a multi-channel strategy which includes lending, placements, and fund management, all supported by a proprietary technology stack that ensures efficient and seamless digital financing solutions. The business model is well-diversified, spanning various offerings, sectors, products, geographies, and borrower categories.
STRENGTHS
- Extensive Network: NACL has established a significant ecosystem comprising 328 Originator Partners, 50 Retail Lending Partners, and 1,158 Investor Partners as of the end of March 2024. This broad network, coupled with a sophisticated data and technology platform, facilitates a scalable and diversified operational framework.
- Strong Financial Growth: NACL has exhibited a robust growth trajectory, with its interest income and net profit posting compounded annual growth rates (CAGRs) of 48% and 34%, respectively, from FY22 to FY24.
- Robust Growth in AUM & GTV: Over the past three years, NACL’s Assets Under Management (AUM) have grown at a CAGR of 28%, reaching Rs 11,710 crore by FY24. Similarly, the Gross Transaction Volume (GTV) has expanded at a CAGR of 21%, amounting to Rs 29,324 crore by FY24.
- Industry-leading Ratios: As of FY24, NACL boasts the lowest Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) at 0.45%, outperforming Bajaj Finance which stands at 1.05%. Additionally, it maintains the lowest Net Non-Performing Assets (NNPA) at 0.08%, with Credit Access Grameen following at 0.35%.
RISK FACTORS
- Exposure to High Credit Risk Profiles: NACL predominantly lends to small and mid-sized NBFCs and corporates, exposing it to high credit risks. Its micro-finance segment constitutes 23% of the AUM as of March 2024.
- Unsecured Loans and Investments: A considerable portion of NACL’s investments is in unsecured credit facilities and debt instruments. The share of unsecured loans and investments increased to 42.55% by FY24, up from 39.73% in FY23.
- Investments in Lower-Rated Assets: The proportion of loans and investments in assets rated BBB or lower, or those that may not be rated at all, stood at 37.7% by the end of March 2024. These assets tend to be less liquid and may face challenges in being liquidated as planned.
Issue details
Issue type
Mainstream
Issue size
₹ 777 crore
Fresh Issue
₹ 500 crore
OFS
₹ 277 crore
Price range
₹ 249 - 263
Lot size
57 shares
Issue Objective
NACL intends to use the net proceeds from the fresh issue to meet future capital requirements towards onward lending.
Dates
Bidding open
16 Sep'24
Bidding close
19 Sep'24
Allotment date
20 Sep'24
Refund date
23 Sep'24
Listing
24 Sep'24
IPO Reservations
Qualified institutional buyers
<50%
Non-institutional investors
>15%
Retail individual investors
>35%
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