Swiggy IPO: Shares List at 8% Premium, Market Capitalization Exceeds ₹1 Lakh Crore

5 Dariya News

13-Nov-2024

Today, November 13, 2024, Swiggy, one of India's top food delivery and e-commerce companies, had a successful launch on the Indian stock exchanges. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) listed the company's shares at ₹420, up 8% from the issue price of ₹390. On the Bombay Share Exchange (BSE), the shares debuted at ₹412, up 5.6% from the issue price. This stellar listing performance of Swiggy resulted in investors receiving instant listing gains, far beyond their expectations.

Swiggy's Oversubscription and Investor Sentiment

Institutional investors showed great interest in Swiggy’s 1.4 billion naira IPO, with the qualified institutional buyer (QIB) component oversubscribed by 6.02 times. Non-institutional investors (NIIs) were more cautious, and retail investors showed a tepid response, while overall subscription was a more modest 3.59 times.

Initial concerns about tepid investor sentiment, Swiggy’s offering today showed solid demand, especially after previous high-profile IPOs such as LIC and Hyundai India, which faced tough market conditions. Given the pre-IPO market environment and low grey market premiums, analysts had previously forecast a flat to negative listing.

Swiggy's Market Performance and Future Outlook

Swiggy's share price continues to increase in the market even after listing. By midday trade, the stock had gained 8% from the issue price when it was trading at ₹447.65 on the NSE and ₹447.60 on the BSE. Despite Swiggy's history of consistent losses, this rise in share price reflects investors' optimism about the company's long-term growth potential.

Founded in 2014, Swiggy is one of India's top grocery and food delivery e-commerce platforms. The business is well placed in the highly competitive food delivery industry thanks to its broad distribution network and well-known brand. Analysts predict that its ability to grow operations and earn profits in the coming years will be key to maintaining investor confidence, even the fact that it faces stiff competition from rivals such as Zomato and Blinkit.

Swiggy's Market Capitalization and Growth Potential

With the IPO listing, Swiggy's market value has crossed ₹1 lakh crore, reflecting its significant position in India's fast-growing e-commerce and food delivery industries. Even though the business has had trouble making money, with Swiggy continuing to post losses in recent quarters, its initiatives to grow its network of dark stores and streamline shipping operations suggest it could eventually turn a profit. Expansion into industries such as Instamart, its grocery delivery quickcommerce firm, has further strengthened Swiggy's long-term prospects.

Analysts such as Vinit Bolinjkar of Ventura Securities believe Swiggy has the potential to move upwards in valuation, depending on how successfully the business executes its expansion plan, with a target price of ₹460 to ₹510. Experts caution that short-term volatility could continue despite initial success.

Zomato’s Meme and the Rivalry in the Food Delivery Market

Swiggy's competitor Zomato has posted a funny meme on social media to celebrate the listing of Swiggy's initial public offering (IPO). It shows two people, one wearing a Swiggy outfit and the other a Zomato outfit, in front of the Bombay Stock Exchange. The lighthearted conversation between the two rivals highlights the competition that still exists in India's food delivery sector.

You and I... In this beautiful world ❤️ @Swiggy pic.twitter.com/sAFzd8z07E
— zomato (@zomato) November 13, 2024

Conclusion

Swiggy's IPO offering did not meet expectations today, as shares opened at an 8% premium and are still rising. The company's ability to attract significant investment interest, despite tough market conditions and competition from rivals such as Zomato, highlights its potential for future expansion. Still, investors continue to give high priority to the company's path to profitability, as long-term success depends on its ability to broaden its product offerings and streamline operations in a tough industry. Keeping an eye on short-term market volatility, analysts advise investors holding Swiggy shares to take a long-term view.