APAC IPOs & Placements, Aequitas Research

Akshat Shah

APAC IPOs & Placements

IPOs and Placements coverage across Asia Pacific

Aequitas Research

We cover all listing across the Asia Pacific along with follow-up placements. As of Dec 2020, our team had covered 539 IPOs with a hit rate of 73.5% and 685 placements with a hit rate of 66.8%.

We combine fundamental bottom-up views with our proprietary quantitative framework to provide a holistic coverage across new listings and placements. Our coverage includes pre-IPO notes before the deal is launched, follow-up analysis once the deal is live and post-listing trading analysis as well.

Equity Capital Markets

Whirlpool of India / Equity Capital Markets

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/whirlpool-corp" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:1538:1" rel="noopener">Whirlpool Corp (WHR US)</a> is looking to raise about INR 46bn (US$530m) from selling a stake of about 31% in Whirlpool of India Limited (WHIRL).</li>
<li>In an announcement released on Jan 30, 2025, the firm mentioned its ultimate parent’s intention to sell down its interest in WHIRL from 51% to 20% by mid-to-late 2025.</li>
<li>In this note, we talk about the past deal performance and other deal dynamics.</li>
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Whirlpool Corp (WHR US) is looking to raise about INR 46bn (US$530m) from selling a stake of about 31% in Whirlpool of India Limited (WHIRL).
In an announcement released on Jan 30, 2025, the firm mentioned its ultimate parent’s intention to sell down its interest in WHIRL from 51% to 20% by mid-to-late 2025.
In this note, we talk about the past deal performance and other deal dynamics.


Whirlpool of India OFS Early Look - Another Large Selldown by Parent

Consumer Analyst / Channel Surveillance Specialist, Trudence Capital Advisors

Pranav Bhavsar

Consumer Analyst / Channel Surveillance Specialist

Trudence Capital Advisors

Trudence Capital Advisors Private Limited is a SEBI-registered Research Analyst, holding SEBI registration number INH000015747. Our firm is dedicated to providing independent and unbiased research on Indian mid to large-cap companies. Trudence Capital is known for its counter-consensus views, with a focus on forensic research and on-ground primary investigations. Our research approach is thorough, involving detailed analysis of accounting practices and governance, alongside extensive channel checks.

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Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Over the next couple of weeks, we will focus on highlighting key earnings and what catches our attention in the conference calls</li>
<li>Top Large Cap Bullish Ideas include <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/hdfc-asset-management-co-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27027:1" rel="noopener">HDFC Asset Management Co Ltd (HDFCAMC IN)</a>, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/bajaj-auto-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:3613:1" rel="noopener">Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN)</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/pvr-inox-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:10144:1" rel="noopener">Pvr Inox (PVRINOX IN)</a>.</li>
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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/d-b-corp-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:6044:1" rel="noopener">D.B. Corp Ltd (DBCL IN)</a>, <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/indiamart-intermesh-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:27733:1" rel="noopener">IndiaMart (INMART IN)</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/gopal-snacks-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:40960:1" rel="noopener">Gopal Snacks (GOPAL IN)</a> are names that we have a bearish view on. </li>
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Over the next couple of weeks, we will focus on highlighting key earnings and what catches our attention in the conference calls
Top Large Cap Bullish Ideas include HDFC Asset Management Co Ltd (HDFCAMC IN), Bajaj Auto Ltd (BJAUT IN) &amp; Pvr Inox (PVRINOX IN).

D.B. Corp Ltd (DBCL IN), IndiaMart (INMART IN) &amp; Gopal Snacks (GOPAL IN) are names that we have a bearish view on. 


Namaste India 🙏 | Earnings Editions Are Back

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic, Beat the Street

Sudarshan Bhandari

India Equity Analyst - Fundamental & Thematic

Beat the Street

Beat The Street was founded by Nimish Maheshwari and Sudarshan Bhandari, both of whom are Chartered Accountants by Profession, known for their expert analysis in the fields of Business, Sectoral analysis, and Corporate governance.

With a strong social media presence of 45,000+ Subscribers across various platforms, they are considered trusted voices in the industry. Their insights and analysis have been featured in some of India’s most prominent publications, including the Economic Times, Dalal Street Investment Journal, The Morning Context, and The Ken.

Their analysis on Bankrupt & Insolvent companies has been instrumental in saving investors from significant losses. They have a keen eye for identifying red flags and has identified exclusive redflags earlier in Vedanta, Nykaa, Dhani Services, Adani and many more.

Read Business Not Stock Prices

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/vishnu-chemicals-ltd" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:4917:1" rel="noopener">Vishnu Chemicals (VCL IN)</a>  is now backward integrated with the soda ash, CO2 Gas plant and ore requirement to overcome the challenge of raw material price volatility. </li>
<li>Company operated in niche &amp; specialty chemical segment and will launch detailed  capex plan in Q2 for forward integration. </li>
<li>Management aims to consolidate EBITDA margins around 17.5%-18% by year-end, with a target of achieving consistent margins at 20% over the next 2-3 years.</li>
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Vishnu Chemicals (VCL IN)  is now backward integrated with the soda ash, CO2 Gas plant and ore requirement to overcome the challenge of raw material price volatility. 
Company operated in niche &amp; specialty chemical segment and will launch detailed  capex plan in Q2 for forward integration. 
Management aims to consolidate EBITDA margins around 17.5%-18% by year-end, with a target of achieving consistent margins at 20% over the next 2-3 years.


The Beat Ideas: Vishnu Chemicals- Niche Business with High Growth Levers

Shiva Pharmachem Limited / Equity Capital Markets

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/shiva-pharmachem-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:40109:1" rel="noopener">Shiva Pharmachem Limited (9155347Z IN)</a> is looking to raise around US$110m in its India IPO.</li>
<li>It is a manufacturer in the Indian specialty chemicals business and was the largest manufacturer of acid and alkyl chlorides by volume in CY22 in India, as per Frost&amp;Sullivan .</li>
<li>In this note, we talk about the company’s historical performance.</li>
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Shiva Pharmachem Limited (9155347Z IN) is looking to raise around US$110m in its India IPO.
It is a manufacturer in the Indian specialty chemicals business and was the largest manufacturer of acid and alkyl chlorides by volume in CY22 in India, as per Frost&amp;Sullivan .
In this note, we talk about the company’s historical performance.


Shiva Pharmachem Pre-IPO - High Borrowings Along with Expansion Plans Leading to Liquidity Concerns

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/aarti-industries-limited" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:6583:1" rel="noopener">Aarti Industries (ARTO IN)</a>  is planning a huge capex of 2500 Cr, which will increase their PPE by more than 50% from current CWIP and new capex.</li>
<li>Company is targeting 1450 to 1700Cr EBITDA in next year which is almost 1.5x to 2x of the existing EBITDA.</li>
<li>Introducing new products in the value chain, which has high-value added and high margins.</li>
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Aarti Industries (ARTO IN)  is planning a huge capex of 2500 Cr, which will increase their PPE by more than 50% from current CWIP and new capex.
Company is targeting 1450 to 1700Cr EBITDA in next year which is almost 1.5x to 2x of the existing EBITDA.
Introducing new products in the value chain, which has high-value added and high margins.


The Beat Ideas: Aarti Industries Ltd.- Capex, Growth, Value Addition!

India

Tata Chemicals Ltd. manufactures salt and salt by-products, alkalies and heavy chemicals, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers and agro-chemicals. The Company's salt products include common salt, pure salt and gypsum salt.  Heavy chemicals include soda ash, caustic soda and hydrochloric acid. Tata Chemicals' pharmaceuticals include bromides of ammonium, sodium, potassium and ethyl.

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Tata Chemicals (TTCH IN)

Whirlpool of India OFS Early Look - Another Large Selldown by Parent

Whirlpool Corporation is looking to raise about INR 46bn (US$530m) from selling a 31% stake in Whirlpool of India Ltd. In this note, we talk about...

Akshat Shah

Namaste India 🙏 | Earnings Editions Are Back

Focus on key earnings and conference calls. Top Large Cap Bullish Ideas: HDFC Asset Management, Bajaj Auto, Pvr Inox. Bearish view on D.B. Corp,...

Pranav Bhavsar

The Beat Ideas: Vishnu Chemicals- Niche Business with High Growth Levers

Vishnu Chemicals (VCL IN) aims to overcome raw material price volatility by backward integration and plans to improve EBITDA margins to 20% in the...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Shiva Pharmachem Pre-IPO - High Borrowings Along with Expansion Plans Leading to Liquidity Concerns

Shiva PharmaChem is looking to raise around US$110m in its India IPO. In this note, we talk about the company’s historical performance.

Akshat Shah

The Beat Ideas: Aarti Industries Ltd.- Capex, Growth, Value Addition!

The Beat Ideas: Aarti Industries - Aarti Industries plans significant capex to boost EBITDA and expand product offerings with high margins.

Sudarshan Bhandari

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Whirlpool of India OFS Early Look - Another Large Selldown by Parent

Whirlpool Corporation is looking to raise about INR 46bn (US$530m) from selling a 31% stake in Whirlpool of India Ltd. In this note, we talk about...

Akshat Shah

Namaste India 🙏 | Earnings Editions Are Back

Focus on key earnings and conference calls. Top Large Cap Bullish Ideas: HDFC Asset Management, Bajaj Auto, Pvr Inox. Bearish view on D.B. Corp,...

Pranav Bhavsar

The Beat Ideas: Vishnu Chemicals- Niche Business with High Growth Levers

​Vishnu Chemicals (VCL IN) aims to overcome raw material price volatility by backward integration and plans to improve EBITDA margins to 20% in the...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Shiva Pharmachem Pre-IPO - High Borrowings Along with Expansion Plans Leading to Liquidity Concerns

Shiva PharmaChem is looking to raise around US$110m in its India IPO. In this note, we talk about the company’s historical performance.

Akshat Shah

The Beat Ideas: Aarti Industries Ltd.- Capex, Growth, Value Addition!

The Beat Ideas: Aarti Industries - ​Aarti Industries plans significant capex to boost EBITDA and expand product offerings with high margins.

Sudarshan Bhandari

Vishnu Chemicals (VCL IN) aims to overcome raw material price volatility by backward integration and plans to improve EBITDA margins to 20% in the...

The Beat Ideas: Aarti Industries - Aarti Industries plans significant capex to boost EBITDA and expand product offerings with high margins.