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Laxmi India Finance Shares Makes Weak Debut on NSE, Lists Nearly 13% Below IPO Price

Written by: Neha DubeyUpdated on: 5 Aug 2025, 4:26 pm IST
Laxmi India Finance shares opened at a 13% discount to their IPO price on August 5, reflecting muted investor sentiment despite a fully subscribed offering.
Laxmi India Finance Shares Makes Weak Debut on NSE, Lists Nearly 13% Below IPO Price
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Shares of Laxmi India Finance Ltd, a Jaipur-based non-banking financial company (NBFC), had a soft listing on August 5, 2025. The stock opened at ₹137.52 on the NSE, a 12.96% discount to the IPO price of ₹158. On the BSE, it listed even lower at ₹136, down 13.92%.

Despite being fully subscribed in the primary market, the listing reflected investor caution in current market conditions.

Laxmi India Finance IPO Details and Subscription Breakdown

The ₹254.26 crore IPO consisted of:

  • A fresh issue of 1.05 crore shares worth ₹165.17 crore
  • An offer-for-sale (OFS) of 56.38 lakh shares aggregating ₹89.09 crore

The IPO received 1.87x overall subscription, with the retail segment subscribed 2.22 times, NII 1.84 times, and QIB 1.30 times, according to NSE data.

Laxmi India Finance Proceeds to Strengthen Capital for Lending

The company stated that the proceeds from the IPO will be used to enhance its capital base. This will support future onward lending needs and general corporate purposes. The strategy aligns with its expansion plans in underserved markets.

Strong Regional Footprint and Product Portfolio

Laxmi India Finance is a non-deposit-taking NBFC with a wide product range, including:

  • MSME loans
  • Vehicle loans
  • Construction finance
  • Other retail and commercial lending solutions

As of March 2025, the company operated 158 branches across Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh.

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Conclusion

Laxmi India Finance’s tepid listing performance reflects broader market sentiment and cautious investor outlook. The company's long-term growth prospects will depend on its ability to effectively deploy IPO proceeds, expand its footprint, and manage asset quality.

 

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.

Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.

Published on: Aug 5, 2025, 10:54 AM IST

Neha Dubey

Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.

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