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Jio Platforms IPO commands 20% grey market premium
Jio Platforms' Rs 30,200 crore IPO has attracted a grey market premium of Rs 221, implying a potential listing gain of nearly 20% over the upper price band of Rs 1,119 per share. The indicative listing price is Rs 1,340 per share. The issue of 27 crore shares, entirely a fresh issue, is India's largest public offer and opens on 21 October, closing on 23 October.
Brokerages Emkay Global and SBI Securities have recommended subscribing, citing Jio's market leadership, 533.3 million customers as of June 2026, and revenue CAGR of 15.8% between FY24 and FY26. The company plans to use Rs 27,500 crore of proceeds to repay borrowings. Post-issue market capitalisation at the upper price band is estimated at Rs 10.30 lakh crore.
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The 20% grey market premium signals strong retail appetite for India's largest-ever IPO, but the real test will be how the market prices Jio's broader digital ambitions beyond its dominant telecom business. Jio's ARPU has risen to Rs 214, yet it remains heavily reliant on subscriber growth and 5G monetisation. The IPO note highlights overseas technology licensing as a future revenue stream, a model unproven at scale. The use of Rs 27,500 crore to pare debt will improve cash flow, but investors will watch for how quickly Jio converts its 284.9 million 5G users into higher ARPU. Subscription data will emerge after the issue opens on 21 October.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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