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Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO


July 27, 2024 Written By Mihir Gohel, Reviewed and Fact Checked by Harpal Parmar

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd., a prominent name in the healthcare sector, is launching its IPO on July 30, 2024. The book-building offer has a price band of Rs. 646-679 per share, with the company aiming to raise Rs. 1,766.50-1,856.74 crore.

Investors can apply for a minimum of 22 shares, with retail subscriptions capped at Rs. 5,00,000. The company is offering 273.45 lakh shares to the public.

This IPO offers a chance to invest in India’s thriving pharmaceutical industry. Akums’ market position could benefit from rising healthcare demands and pharmaceutical exports.

The dual listing on BSE and NSE may provide better liquidity and price discovery. Given the healthcare sector’s stability, this IPO could attract investors seeking exposure to a robust industry with growth potential.

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Details

IPO Size 1856.74
Price Range ₹646 - ₹679
Retail Quota 10%
QIB Quota 75%
NII Quota 15%
Employee Discount ₹64 per share
Listing at NSE and BSE
Minimum Quantity 22
Investment (cut-off price) ₹14,938
Pre IPO Promotor Holding 84.94%
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Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Timelines

30/07/2024
Start Date
01/08/2024
End Date
02/08/2024
Allotment Date View Status
05/08/2024
Refund Initiation
05/08/2024
Credit of Shares to Demat Ac
06/08/2024
Listing Date

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Lot Size

Application Lot Size Shares Amount
Retail Minimum 1 22 ₹14,938
Retail Maximum 13 286 ₹194,194
S-HNI Minimum 14 308 ₹209,132
B-HNI Minimum 67 1474 ₹1,000,846

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Subscription Status

QIB NII Retail EMP Total
90.09 x 42.21 x 21.30 x 4.27 x 63.56 x

IPO Performance on Listing Day

Opening Price Closing Price Day High Day Low
₹725 ₹796.25 ₹797.50 ₹725

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Company Financials

Year Total Income Total Expense PAT
FY 2022 ₹3694.52 ₹3874.95 ₹-250.87
FY 2023 ₹3700.93 ₹3475.93 ₹97.82
FY 2024 ₹4212.21 ₹4231.45 ₹0.79

About Company

Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited, established in 2004, is a leading pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing a comprehensive range of products and services in India and internationally.

The company offers end-to-end solutions for product development, manufacturing, research and development (R&D) of formulations, regulatory dossier preparation, and submission, along with other testing services. Akums is also involved in the manufacture and sale of branded drugs and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

As a CDMO, Akums produces a variety of dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, liquid medicines, vials, ampoules, blow-filled closures, topical preparations, eye drops, dry powder injections, and gummy bears. The company has commercialised 4,025 formulations in over 60 dosage forms and, in 2023, manufactured formulations for 26 of India’s top 30 pharmaceutical companies by revenue. Akums operates 10 manufacturing units with a cumulative production capacity of 49.21 billion units annually as of September 30, 2023.

Plans for expansion include two additional production units set to be commissioned in FY 2025. Some of Akums’ facilities are accredited by global regulatory bodies such as EU-GMP, WHO-GMP, and US NSF. The company employs 16,463 individuals, comprising 7,211 full-time and 9,252 contract employees, as of September 30, 2023.

Incorporation Date Sector Managing Director
2004 Healthcare Sanjeev Jain

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Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Strengths

  • Largest India-focused CDMO by revenue, production capacity, and clients (2023).
  • Operates 12 manufacturing units with 49.23 billion units annual capacity.
  • Manufactured 4,146 commercialised formulations across over 60 dosage forms.
  • Market share of 30.2% in the Indian CDMO market (2024).
  • Accredited by EU-GMP, WHO-GMP, and US NSF regulatory agencies.
  • Robust client base with 1,524 pharmaceutical and wellness companies (2024).
  • Achieved 10.79% CDMO revenue growth CAGR (2022-2024).
  • Operates four dedicated R&D units with 406 scientists (2024).

Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO Risks

  • Concentration of manufacturing units in Uttarakhand exposes geographical risks.
  • Business depends on uninterrupted operation of manufacturing and R&D units.
  • Regulatory compliance and quality control are critical for operations.
  • Relying on third-party suppliers for raw materials may cause disruptions.
  • Supply chain disruptions from China could affect raw material availability.
  • High costs and risks associated with new product development delays.
  • Past non-compliance with Companies Act may lead to regulatory actions.

Swot Analysis for Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO

Strengths

Marquee client Experienced promoter group

Weaknesses

Volatile margins on account of put option liability

Opportunities

Foray into new business segments New product launches

Threats

High competition from both domestic and global players

Company Details

Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited

304, Mohan Place,
LSC Saraswati Vihar,
Delhi – 110 034

Phone: +91 11 6904 1000

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.akums.in/

IPO Registar Details

Link Intime India Private Ltd

Phone: +91-22-4918 6270

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://linkintime.co.in/initial_offer/public-issues.html

FAQs

The key objectives of Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO are:

  • Repayment/ prepayment of indebtedness of the company and its subsidiaries.
  • Repayment/ prepayment of indebtedness of the Subsidiaries, namely, Maxcure Nutravedics Limited and Pure and Cure Healthcare Private Limited
  • Funding incremental working capital requirements of the company.
  • Pursuing inorganic growth initiatives through acquisitions.
  • General corporate purposes.

Ambit Pvt Ltd., ICICI Securities Ltd, Axis Capital Ltd., Citigroup Global Markets India Pvt Ltd. are the book-running lead managers for the Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals IPO.

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