Acme Universal Safezone 9 (SME IPO)
📅 Dates: 28 - 30 Sep • 💰 Issue Size: 50,60,800 shares (agg. up to ₹36 Cr)Complete guide to Acme Universal Safezone 9 SME IPO: latest Grey Market Premium (GMP), live bidding subscription status, price band, lot size, financial report, and investment analysis.
📊 Overview & Key Highlights
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Issue Type | SME IPO (SME) |
| Issue Dates | 28 - 30 Sep |
| Price Band | ₹65 to ₹71 |
| Total Issue Size | 50,60,800 shares (agg. up to ₹36 Cr) |
| Minimum Market Lot | 1600 shares |
| Listing Price (Debut) | ₹109.05 (+₹3.00 (+2.83%) 🚀) |
| Subscription Status | 16.41x (Final / Bidding Closed) |
| Investor Demand Rating | ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5 - Strong Demand) |
📈 Live Subscription Demand
| Category | Subscription Multiplier (x) |
|---|---|
| Qualified Institutional (QIB) | 31.29x |
| Non-Institutional / HNI | 31.98x |
| Retail Individual (RII) | 15.23x |
| Total Subscription | 16.41x (Updated: 30 Sep, 17:53) |
🎯 Investment Analysis & Verdict
📌 Business Model & Revenue Streams
Acme Universal Safezone 9 designs, manufactures and sells safety footwear and related PPE to construction, oil‑&‑gas, mining, automotive, pharma, chemicals, foundry and power‑generation firms. Revenue comes from institutional contracts, a wide dealer/distributor network, e‑commerce sales and export shipments to the Middle East, Africa and Europe.🚀 Key Strengths & Growth Drivers
• Five fully‑automated plants in MP & UP give the company cost‑efficient scale and the ability to meet large‑volume orders.• Certified to IS 15298, EN ISO 20345, ASTM F2413 and SEDEX SMETA, which opens doors to both domestic and regulated overseas projects.
• Growing demand for safety gear in infrastructure and energy projects, plus a nascent e‑commerce channel that adds margin and reach.
⚠️ Key Risks & Red Flags
• Heavy reliance on a handful of large contractors; a slowdown in any of those sectors could dent sales.• Working‑capital pressure from raw‑material price volatility (rubber, PVC) and the need to fund inventory for long lead‑time projects.
• SME‑level balance sheet; limited cash buffer and modest debt capacity may constrain rapid expansion or weather a market dip.
🎯 Retail Verdict
The IPO looks positioned for a modest listing pop rather than a long‑term compounding story. Retail investors should treat it as a speculative play on sector tailwinds, keeping an eye on client concentration and cash flow health. Caution is advised unless you’re comfortable with SME‑type risk‑return profiles.📅 Tentative Timetable
| Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|
| IPO Open | Mon, Sep 28, 2026 |
| IPO Close | Wed, Sep 30, 2026 |
| Allotment | Thu, Oct 1, 2026 |
| Refund | Mon, Oct 5, 2026 |
| Credit of Shares | Mon, Oct 5, 2026 |
| Listing | Tue, Oct 6, 2026 |
💼 Market Lot & Investment Sizing
| Application | Lots | Shares | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual investors (IND) (Min) | 2 | 3200 | ₹2,27,200 |
| Individual investors (IND) (Max) | 2 | 3200 | ₹2,27,200 |
| S-HNI (Min) | 3 | 4800 | ₹3,40,800 |
| S-HNI (Max) | 8 | 12800 | ₹9,08,800 |
| B-HNI (Min) | 9 | 14400 | ₹10,22,400 |
💰 Financial Summary
| Period Ended | 31 Mar 2026 | 31 Mar 2025 | 31 Mar 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | 146.72 | 133.70 | 119.07 |
| Total Income | 211.16 | 191.31 | 181.67 |
| Profit After Tax | 5.86 | 0.80 | 7.56 |
| EBITDA | 15.15 | 9.85 | 14.55 |
| NET Worth | 52.77 | 46.91 | 41.96 |
| Reserves and Surplus | 38.74 | 42.23 | 37.50 |
| Total Borrowing | 58.05 | 49.65 | 44.51 |
| Amount in ₹ Crore |
🏢 About Acme Universal Safezone 9
Acme Universal Safezone 9 manufactures and supplies a broad range of personal protective equipment, focusing on safety footwear for sectors such as construction, oil & gas, mining, automotive, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, foundries and power generation. Its catalogue spans EVA‑rubber, nitrile‑rubber and PVC shoes that meet Indian (IS 15298) and international (EN ISO 20345, ASTM F2413, SEDEX SMETA) standards.The firm operates five automated plants in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, leveraging SAP S/4 HANA ERP, ICad3D design, CRM and HRMS platforms. It reaches customers through institutional sales, an extensive dealer and distributor network, e‑commerce channels and exports to markets including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Nigeria, Israel, the Netherlands, Hong Kong, Cameroon and Mauritius. As of 31 March 2026, the company employed 1,073 staff across operations, sales, marketing, finance, HR and IT.
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