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Is Bajaj Housing’s High Valuation Sustainable?

Sep 24, 2024
Bajaj Housing Finance just made waves with its record-breaking IPO, oversubscribed 64 times! The discussion dives into its soaring valuation compared to peers and whether it's sustainable. The hosts explore Bajaj's strategic focus on high-quality mortgage loans and its competitive edge in tier two and three cities. They also tackle the key challenges in the housing finance market, including asset quality and management effectiveness. A fascinating look at the dynamics shaping the future of housing finance in India!
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Quick takeaways

  • Bajaj Housing Finance's record IPO reflects overwhelming demand and significant retail interest in the housing finance sector amidst favorable market conditions.
  • Concerns regarding Bajaj's high valuation emerge as comparisons to peers reveal it may be overvalued despite strong fundamentals and growth potential.

Deep dives

Record-Breaking IPO Performance

The IPO of Bajaj Housing Finance has set remarkable records, with a subscription rate of 64 times and attracting bids of nearly Rs 3.23 trillion, the highest demand ever recorded for a primary market issue in India. This overwhelming response reflects both the strong reputation of Bajaj as a finance entity and the current market conditions that favor such IPOs. The number of applications received, totaling around 8.9 million, surpassed the previous record held by Tata Technologies, showcasing significant retail investor interest. The timing of the IPO, during the busiest month for IPOs in over a decade, has contributed to this euphoric market environment where investors are eager to capitalize on growth potential in the housing finance sector.

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