Moneycontrol 17 July 2025
SEBI Nod for Studds Accessories’ 77.86 Lakh Share Offer-for-Sale IPO.
Expert Analysis :
- SEBI Approval Secured: Studds Accessories received Sebi's observation letter on July 8, allowing it to launch its IPO within a year.
- IPO Structure: The IPO comprises a complete offer-for-sale of 77.86 lakh shares by promoters Madhu Bhushan Khurana (37.95 percent), Sidhartha Bhushan Khurana (31.79 percent), and Chand Khurana (8.35 percent).
- No Fresh Capital: The company will not receive any funds from the IPO as all proceeds go to existing shareholders.
- Global Reach: Studds sells products in 70+ countries and manufactures for Jay Squared (Daytona) and O’Neal in the US, Europe, and Australia.
- Promoter Holding: Promoters currently hold 78.78 percent of the company, while public shareholders hold the remaining 21.22 percent.
- Previous IPO Attempt in 2018: Studds filed draft papers in 2018 for an IPO comprising a Rs 98 crore fresh issue and 39.4 lakh OFS shares but did not execute the plan.
- Merchant Bankers: IIFL Capital Services and ICICI Securities are managing the IPO.
- Brand Portfolio: Studds markets helmets under Studds and SMK brands, with accessories like gloves and riding gear under the Studds brand.
Takeaways
Studds IPO offers no fresh capital infusion as it's a 77.86 lakh share OFS, benefiting only selling promoters and shareholders.