ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Review, Dates, Allotment, Size, Live Bid Details, GMP & RHP

Let’s have a detailed review of the company and analytics of the ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO release date, size, IPO offer price, ESAF Bank IPO subscription, ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO allotment, grey market price and other details like the company’s background, its financial positions, its promoters and other related things.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO is listed at [●] premium. Check out the live share price by clicking on the below link.

Summary of ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO

They are one of the leading small finance banks in terms of yield on advances, AUM growth rate and share of retail deposits. Along with their Promoters, they have a history of more than 25 years of primarily serving the unserved and underserved, with a focus on financial inclusion.

Their business model focuses on the principles of responsible banking, providing customer-centric products and services through the extensive application of technology. As at November 30, 2019, they had operations in 16 states and one union territory, 403 Branches, 38 Ultra-Small Branches and they served over 3.73 million customers.

The Promoters of this company are KADAMBELIL PAUL THOMAS and ESAF FINANCIAL HOLDINGS PRIVATE LIMITED. The lead managers to the issue are Axis Capital Limited, Edelweiss Financial Services Limited, ICICI Securities Limited and IIFL Securities Limited. The Registrar to this issue is Link Intime India Private Limited.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Dates

The opening and the closing date of ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO is not known yet.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Subscription

The shares subscribed by the public will be updated here.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Allotment Status

Here, you can find the Allotment Status of this IPO. Allotment of Equity Shares pursuant to the Fresh Issue and transfer of the Offered Shares of the Promoter Selling Shareholders pursuant to the Offer for Sale to the successful Bidders. However, the Allotment status is not yet disclosed.

ESAF Bank IPO Price Band / Cash Price

The face value of each share is Rs.10, and the cash price of the IPO is Rs.[●]. 

ESAF Bank IPO Size

This Initial Public Issue of [●] Equity Shares of Rs.10 each for cash at a price of Rs.[●] per equity share aggregating to Rs.9,762.40 Million.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Share Offering

Fresh Issue: The Fresh Issue of [●] Equity Shares by their Company of Rs.10 each at a price of Rs.[●] per equity share aggregating to Rs.8,000.00 million,

Offer for Sale : Offer for sale of up to [●] Equity Shares by the Promoter Selling Shareholder aggregating up to Rs. 1,762.40 million.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO – Live Performance

The listing date of this IPO is [●]. You can check the live performance of the IPO here, only after it is listed on exchanges.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Grey Market Premium

The ESAF Small Finance Bank Limited IPO Grey Market Premium price is Rs X, the Kostak rate is Rs X and the Subject to Sauda is X. 

ESAF Small Finance Bank Limited – Company Overview

They can trace their roots back to 1992, when Kadambelil Paul Thomas, their Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, along with others, founded ESAF Society, a society focused on the development of microenterprises, community development, and community health development.

ESAF Society started its microfinance activities in 1995. In 2006, Kadambelil Paul Thomas along with others acquired their Corporate Promoter. ESAF Society transferred its microfinance business undertaking to their Corporate Promoter in 2008 pursuant to a business transfer agreement dated March 31, 2008.

ESAF Small Finance Bank Approach

They follow a social business strategy with a triple bottom line approach, emphasising people, the planet and prosperity. Their goal is to become one of India’s leading banks in the microfinance sector that offers equal opportunities through universal financial access and inclusion and livelihood and economic development.

ESAF Small Finance Bank – Product Portfolio

Their asset products comprise microfinance loans, retail loans and other loans and advances.

Their liability products comprise current accounts, savings accounts, fixed deposits and recurring deposits. They also serve NRI customers and offer NRE and NRO saving accounts fixed deposits and recurring deposits.

Further, they distribute third-party life and general insurance policies, government pension products and point of sales (“POS”) terminals. They also provide foreign exchange services, which include currency exchange and outward and inward remittances.

ESAF Small Finance Bank Distribution

They deliver their products and services through their business correspondents, Branches, Ultra-Small Branches, ATMs, ATM cum debit cards, mobile banking platforms, SMS alerts, internet banking portals and unified payment interface facilities. This Company has a strong focus on leveraging technology to deliver products and services.

They use business correspondent entities for sourcing and servicing of customers for microfinance loans, select deposit products and select third-party products.

ESAF Small Finance Bank Ltd – Financial Statements

On the basis of Standalone statement:

Earnings per Equity Share (in Million)

From FY 2016-17 to FY 2018-2019, as per the Restated Financial Statements

• As at September 30, 2019 and as at March 31, 2019, 2018 and 2017, their total gross advances were Rs. 54,742.35 million, Rs. 45,870.63 million,Rs. 31,913.34 million 111 and Rs. 14,897.34 million, respectively
• For September 30, 2019 and as at March 31, 2019, 2018 and 2017 their CRAR was 25.69% (Tier 1 capital of 21.99%), 27.59% (Tier 1 capital of 23.30%), 16.92% (Tier 1 capital of 12.40%), and 16.27% (Tier 1 capital of 13.39%), respectively.
• As at September 30, 2019 and March 31, 2019, 2018 and 2017, their gross microfinance loans represented 95.75%, 96.31%, 98.43% and 97.48% of their total gross advances.
• The percentage of their net NPAs to net advances was 0.62%, 0.77%, 2.69% and 0.25%, respectively.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO – Promoters

The Promoters of this company are:

• KADAMBELIL PAUL THOMAS
• ESAF FINANCIAL HOLDINGS PRIVATE LIMITED

List of Related Parties (Key Managerial Personnel)

• Ranjith Raj P, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
• Gireesh C.P., Chief Financial Officer
• Kadambelil Paul Thomas, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Offer Details or Issue Details

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Issue Object

These are the IPO Issue Objects of the company:

• Their Bank proposes to utilize the Net Proceeds from the Fresh Issue towards augmenting their Bank’s Tier – 1 capital base to meet their Bank’s future capital requirements.
• Fresh Issue will also be used towards meeting the expenses in relation to the Offer.
• Their Bank expects to receive the benefits of listing the Equity Shares on the Stock Exchanges.

ESAF Small Finance Bank Limited: Key Strength

• Deep understanding of the microfinance segment, which has enabled them to grow their business outside of Kerala, their home state
• Strong rural and semi-urban banking franchise
• Fast growing retail deposit portfolio with low concentration risk
• Strong customer connect driven by their customer centric products and processes and other non-financial services for microfinance customers
• Technology driven model with an advanced digital technology platform
• Experienced Board and Key Management Personnel

ESAF Small Finance Bank Limited: Business strategies

• Expand their geographic presence and penetrate deeper into their existing geographies
• Increase their deposits and in particular (NRI deposits and CASA)
• Provide a comprehensive suite of banking products catered to the needs of their diverse customer base
• Increase fee-based income by expanding their third-party product and service offerings
• Continue to leverage technology and customer data analytics

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO – Basis of the Offer Price

The issue price is determined by the company in consultation with the Lead manager, based on:

Qualitative factors

• Deep understanding of the microfinance segment, which has enabled them to grow their business outside of Kerala, their home state;
• Strong rural and semi-urban banking franchise;
• Fast growing retail deposit portfolio with low concentration risk;
• Strong customer connect driven by their customer centric products and processes and other non-financial services for microfinance customers;
• Technology driven model with an advanced information technology platform; and
• Experienced Board and Key Management Personnel.

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO – Quantitative Factors

• Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio in relation to Price band of Rs.[●] to Rs.10 per Equity Share

ESAF Small Finance Bank : Competitive Peers

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Lead Managers

ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Registrar to Offer

Other Details:

• Statutory Auditor – S. R. Batliboi & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants
• Legal Counsel to the Company – Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas

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ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO News

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ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Review FAQs

Ques – What is the Issue Size of ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO?

Answer – The Company is making an initial public offer of NA equity shares. We vividly portray the aspects of the issue in this article. You can check the stats on fresh issue, Offer for sale, and the net issue.

Ques – What is the Price band?

Answer – The price band for this particular IPO ranges between NA. As far as the face value of the share is of concern, it is Rs.10 per share.

Ques – What is the ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO Open Date?

Answer – The opening and closing date for the IPO have been updated. The IPO is set to open on NA, while the closing date is set at NA.

Ques – What is the IPO Allotment Date?

Answer – We also have the news regarding the respective allotment dates. Basis of Allotment finalization is on NA, refund initiation is on NA, credit of shares is on NA and share listing date is on NA.

Ques – What is the IPO Listing Date?

Answer – Shares of this company shall be listed in the exchanges NA. Date when the listing would be done is stagnant on NA.

Ques – Who is the Registrar of this IPO?

Answer – One of the reputed registrars are managing the issue of this IPO, i.e. NA. Their website will help you regarding the further information you are on a lookout for.

Ques – Who is the Promoter of this Company?

Answer – Here are the promoters of this company – NA. You can refer to the RHP for further information on the promoter. You will find the link to RHP in the article.

Ques – What is GMP of ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO?

Answer – We have obtained the GMP of this IPO and it is NA. The further insights of Kostak rate and subject to sauda or SS are as well included in this report.

Ques – Is ESAF Small Finance Bank IPO good for Investment?

Answer – We have further provided the financial status of the company in this article, from the past few years. You can refer to the same, and also check the line of operations they are into and then decide to invest in the IPO.

Ques – What is the PAT of this Company?

Answer – We have the information of company financials, and according to that, we have the figures from the last few years to provide. PAT for the financial year 2020 in Lakhs is NA, 2019 is NA, 2018 is NA. PAT from Sep 2020 is NA.

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