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Credent Connect SME IPO

Listed
Credent Connect SME IPO · SME · Book Build Issue · NSE
Price Band
₹179–189
Issue Size
₹93.9 Cr
Min Invest
₹23,52,000
Lot Size
600 sh
Opens
13 Aug
Closes
17 Aug
Allotment
18 Aug
Listing
20 Aug
boltListing Gain
Strong Apply
Probability
High

The strong subscription across all categories, coupled with positive GMP trends during the IPO period, indicates a high probability of healthy listing gains. The attractive valuation and strong financials further support this outlook.

descriptionExecutive Summary

Credent Connect SME IPO operates a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem and logistics platform. The company leverages established client relationships, an experienced management team, and a widespread domestic reach, supported by continuous investment in technological capabilities. It aims to deepen client engagement and expand its service offerings across various regions in India. Recent financial performance shows strong growth in revenue, EBITDA, and PAT, particularly in H1FY26, coupled with excellent return ratios.

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Analyst Notes

The valuation appears attractive given the growth prospects. Market sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, evidenced by high subscription rates across all categories and strong anchor investor participation. While the business model is strong with competitive advantages, several high-level risks, including customer concentration, past negative cash flows, and ongoing litigations, warrant careful consideration.

insightsOutlook

boltListing GainStrong Apply
ConfidenceHigh

The strong subscription across all categories, coupled with positive GMP trends during the IPO period, indicates a high probability of healthy listing gains. The attractive valuation and strong financials further support this outlook.

scheduleShort TermNeutral Positive
ConfidenceModerate

The company's robust financial performance in H1FY26, strong growth metrics, and positive market sentiment suggest good short-term prospects. However, investors should monitor the identified risks.

historyLong TermApply
ConfidenceModerate

Credent Connect operates in a growing industry with a scalable business model and strong competitive advantages. While long-term growth potential is significant, the presence of customer concentration, cash flow, and litigation risks warrants careful monitoring for sustained performance.

radarScore Profile

FinancialBusinessValuationGrowthGovernanceMarketRisk
74
Overall Score
73.7/100
account_balanceFinancial Strength
8.0/10
business_centerBusiness Quality
7.0/10
sellValuation
8.0/10
trending_upGrowth
9.0/10
verified_userGovernance
6.0/10
moodMarket Sentiment
9.0/10
warningRisk
4.0/10

monitoringFinancial Analysis

78.2₹ Cr · FY24–FY25
insightsRevenue grew from 76 to 78.2 across FY24–FY25 (+2.9%).
Latest
78.2
Low
76
High
78.2
Average
77.1
Δ Period
+2.2
flagRed flag · Past negative cash flows and the working capital intensive nature of the business are notable financial red flags.
Quality Ratings
Revenue ConsistencyStrong
Profit Consistency—
EBITDA TrendImproving
Margin TrendImproving
Net Worth Trend—
Cash Flow Quality—
Working Capital—
Debt Levels—
Debt ServicingStrong
Earnings QualityImproving
Return RatiosStrong
Profit SustainabilityStrong

sellValuation Analysis

Valuation Meter
Strong
Capital Eff.
Excellent
Risk-adj. Return
High
Pre-IPO P/E
13.58×
Post-IPO P/E
18.68×
EV / EBITDA
—
Price / Book
5.71×
ROE
61.81%
ROCE
40%
Competitive PositioningStrong
Relative Pricing vs Peers—

candlestick_chartListing Performance

Listing Gain (20 Aug)
₹+170.1(+90%)
Issue Price
₹189
Listing Price
₹359.1
Listing Day Close
₹377.05

business_centerBusiness Quality

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Business Model
The company operates a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem and logistics platform, focusing on providing services across various domestic markets.
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Competitive Moat
Key competitive strengths include a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem, well-established client relationships, experienced promoters, widespread domestic reach, and continuous investment in technological capabilities.
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Scalability
The business appears scalable, supported by its widespread domestic presence, investment in technology, and strategies to deepen client engagement and expand services.
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Market Opportunity
The company operates in an expanding addressable market with a healthy industry CAGR of 10.5%, presenting significant growth opportunities.
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Technology Edge
The company emphasizes its commitment to investing in technological capabilities, suggesting a focus on maintaining a technology edge.
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Entry Barriers
The specialized nature of its healthcare ecosystem and logistics platform, coupled with established client relationships and widespread reach, likely creates moderate entry barriers.
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Industry Position
The company has a widespread reach in domestic markets, including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Karnataka, Haryana, Telangana, and Rajasthan, indicating a strong regional presence.
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Customer Concentration
Customer concentration is a significant risk, as the business relies on service-level contracts with clients that are subject to renewal and renegotiation.
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Supplier Concentration
Operational risk mentions dependence on specialized packaging materials and consumables, implying potential supplier dependency.

factoryIndustry Analysis

factoryHealthcare Ecosystem and Logistics
Industry CAGR
10.5%

verified_userGovernance & Ownership

Governance Health
60OF 100Moderate
Risk & Quality Ratings
Promoter QualityStrong
Governance RatingModerate
TransparencyGood
Litigation Risk—
Regulatory Issues—
Dependency Risk—
Shareholding Pattern
Pre-Issue Promoter87.64%
Post-Issue Promoter63.75%
infoPromoter dilution of 23.9 pts post-issue.

receipt_longOffer Details

Fresh Issue
₹89.13 Cr
Total Shares
49,68,000
Net Offer Shares
47,16,000
Registrar
Kfin Technologies Ltd.
Market Maker
2,52,000
Lead Managers
Hem Securities Ltd.

shopping_cartLot Size & Bidding

Min Investment
₹2.27 L
₹2,26,800
Lot Size
600 sh
shares per lot
Min Bid
1,200 sh
minimum to apply

Individual investors (Retail)

Fixed · 2 lots
₹2.27 Lentry
Min
2 lots
1,200 sh · ₹2.27 L
Max
2 lots
1,200 sh · ₹2.27 L

S-HNI

3–8 lots
₹3.40 Lentry
Min
3 lots
1,800 sh · ₹3.40 L
Max
8 lots
4,800 sh · ₹9.07 L

B-HNI

9 lots & above
₹10.21 Lentry
Min
9 lots
5,400 sh · ₹10.21 L
Max
—
no upper limit

pie_chartReservation Breakdown

CategoryShares Offered% of IssueShare
QIB23,52,00047.34%
NII (HNI)7,08,00014.25%
Retail16,56,00033.33%
Market Maker2,52,0005.07%
QIB47.34%
23,52,000 shares offered
NII (HNI)14.25%
7,08,000 shares offered
Retail33.33%
16,56,000 shares offered
Market Maker5.07%
2,52,000 shares offered

anchorAnchor Investors

Bid Date
Aug 12, 2026
Anchor Price
₹189
Investors
10
Investor
ABAKKUS VENTURE OPPORTUNITIES FUND2,64,600₹5 Cr18.85%
MOTILAL OSWAL FINVEST LTD.2,11,800₹4 Cr15.09%
360 ONE LVF TREASURY SOLUTIONS FUND53,400₹1.01 Cr3.8%
HEM GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FUND2,37,000₹4.48 Cr16.88%
MINT FOCUSED GROWTH FUND PCC-CELL 12,64,600₹5 Cr18.85%
LRSD SECURITIES PVT.LTD.53,400₹1.01 Cr3.8%
FINAVENUE CAPITAL TRUST-FINAVENUE GROWTH FUND53,400₹1.01 Cr3.8%
MERU INVESTMENT FUND PCC-CELL 11,59,000₹3.01 Cr11.32%
RELIGO COMMODITIES VENTURES TRUST-RELIGO COMMODITIES VENTURE FUND53,400₹1.01 Cr3.8%
SHINE STAR BUILD-CAP PVT.LTD.53,400₹1.01 Cr3.8%
ABAKKUS VENTURE OPPORTUNITIES FUND
Shares2,64,600
Amount₹5 Cr
Anchor %18.85%
MOTILAL OSWAL FINVEST LTD.
Shares2,11,800
Amount₹4 Cr
Anchor %15.09%
360 ONE LVF TREASURY SOLUTIONS FUND
Shares53,400
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %3.8%
HEM GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES FUND
Shares2,37,000
Amount₹4.48 Cr
Anchor %16.88%
MINT FOCUSED GROWTH FUND PCC-CELL 1
Shares2,64,600
Amount₹5 Cr
Anchor %18.85%
LRSD SECURITIES PVT.LTD.
Shares53,400
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %3.8%
FINAVENUE CAPITAL TRUST-FINAVENUE GROWTH FUND
Shares53,400
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %3.8%
MERU INVESTMENT FUND PCC-CELL 1
Shares1,59,000
Amount₹3.01 Cr
Anchor %11.32%
RELIGO COMMODITIES VENTURES TRUST-RELIGO COMMODITIES VENTURE FUND
Shares53,400
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %3.8%
SHINE STAR BUILD-CAP PVT.LTD.
Shares53,400
Amount₹1.01 Cr
Anchor %3.8%

show_chartGrey Market Premium

GMP Trend (last 8 sessions)
—+29.1%
Peak GMP ₹75.0, current GMP ₹None. The GMP trend was positive during the IPO period, with a last recorded GMP of ₹55.0 on Aug 16, 2026.
insightsGMP climbed +₹23 (+65.7%) over 8 sessions, peaking at ₹75 before settling at ₹58 — a +29.1% premium over issue price.
Current
₹58
High
₹75
Low
₹35
Average
₹54.8
Δ Period
+₹23
Market Sentiment
Highly Positive

Premium gain of 29.1% over issue price.

grid_viewSubscription Demand

Category Subscription (×)
QIB
130.4×
HNI
216.97×
Retail
138.86×
Overall
153.13×
All Categories
QIB
130.4×
NII
216.97×
S-NII
139.76×
B-NII
255.58×
RII
138.86×

badgeManagement

Tarun Sharma
Chairman & Managing Director
Karan Sharma
Whole-Time Director & Chief Financial Officer
Ashok Kumar Sharma
Non-Executive Director
Dimple Sharma
Non-Executive Director
Vanita Yadav
Independent Director
Tejpal Singh
Independent Director
Arpita Abhilasha
Company Secretary and
Amit Gupta
Chief Operating Officer

thumb_upKey Strengths

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Comprehensive Healthcare Ecosystem and Logistics Platform with widespread domestic reach.

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Well-established relationships with clients and experienced Promoters and Directors.

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Strong historical financial growth with Revenue CAGR of 14.64%, EBITDA CAGR of 41.79%, and PAT CAGR of 41.31%.

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Exceptional return ratios: ROE of 61.81% and ROCE of 40.0% as of Mar 31, 2026.

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Improving EBITDA and PAT margins, particularly strong in H1FY26.

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Manageable debt levels with a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.5.

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Overwhelmingly positive market sentiment with overall subscription of 153.13x and strong QIB/NII/Retail demand.

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Presence of reputable anchor investors, signaling institutional confidence.

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Attractive post-IPO P/E of 18.68x relative to growth prospects.

warningRisk Analysis

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Critical
5
High
1
Moderate
0
Low
warning
Customer concentration risk due to reliance on service-level contracts subject to renewal and renegotiation.
High
warning
Negative cash flows experienced in the recent past, posing liquidity challenges.
High
warning
Business is working capital intensive, requiring significant capital deployment.
High
warning
Outstanding legal proceedings involving the Company, its Directors, and Promoters.
High
warning
Operational risks related to dependence on a large, skilled workforce and continuous availability of specialized packaging materials.
High
error
Regulatory risks where some events may have material qualitative or future impacts.
Moderate

insightsFuture Outlook

rocket_launchBull Case
Revenue
₹216 Cr
PAT Margin
10%

Continued strong demand in the healthcare logistics sector, successful expansion into new geographies, effective leveraging of technological investments, and sustained improvement in operational efficiencies leading to margin expansion.

timelineBase Case
Revenue
₹207 Cr
PAT Margin
8.45%

Consistent execution of current growth strategies, stable client relationships, industry growth aligning with historical CAGR, and maintenance of H1FY26 profitability levels.

trending_downBear Case
Revenue
₹198.9 Cr
PAT Margin
2.88%

Increased competition, inability to renew key client contracts, persistent negative cash flow issues, adverse regulatory changes, or significant disruptions in supply chain for specialized materials.

auto_awesomeAI Insights

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Positive: Exceptional ROE (61.81%) and ROCE (40.0%) as of Mar 31, 2026.

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Red flag: declining/negative profit trajectory (CAGR -15.4%)

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Advisory: conflicting source data: roe_pct (investorgain_kpi=61.81 vs investorgain_highlights=14.2)

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Listing-gain vs long-term: Apply / Apply.

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