Deepak Builders & Engineers shares debuted weakly on October 28, listing at Rs 200 on the NSE, a 1.5% discount from the Rs 203 issue price. This was well below grey market predictions, where shares had been trading at a 16% premium before listing.
Amid a weakened equity market, Deepak Builders & Engineers India’s IPO attracted strong investor interest, with bids for 37.24 crore shares, 41.54 times the 89.67 lakh shares offered. High demand came from HNIs, retail investors, and institutional buyers, subscribing 82.47, 39.79, and 13.91 times, respectively.
Deepak Builders & Engineers is an integrated engineering and construction firm focused on executing a wide range of projects, including administrative buildings, hospitals, and residential complexes. The company also specializes in infrastructure projects like flyovers and railway station redevelopment, showcasing its expertise across Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Chandigarh, and Delhi.
The objective of Deepak Builders & Engineers India’s IPO is to raise capital for business expansion, strengthen its financial position, and enhance brand visibility, enabling the company to pursue growth opportunities and improve shareholder value.