Boat IPO Review 2025 : All You Need To Know
India’s leading Audio & Lifestyle brand boAt brand, one of our parent, Imagine Marketing Ltd’s, is all set for its much awaited initial public offering (IPO). Making a space for itself in the world of the wearable to the audio, BoAt has earphones, headphones, smart watches and other accessories. With the IPO we explore what it means for investors, and the future of the brand.
By making the company a domestic favourite, it has been successful in setting up his place in a highly competitive market where he competes with global brands of JBL, Sony and Apple.
Imagine Marketing Ltd. About
In 2016, Imagine Marketing Ltd launched boAt to serve stylish, durable and affordable audio products to Indian consumers. In the past many years, the company has grown at a great pace, and has become a market leader in the wearables segment in the country. boAt, like any sound equipment maker, has also made its way into smartwatches and fitness gear to meet the increasing demand over time for tech enabled lifestyle products.
It has firmly settled itself in such a competitive market that sees it compete with JBL, Sony and Apple but has made the company a domestic favourite.
Imagine Marketing Ltd. Financial position
Imagine Marketing Ltd. has shown impressive financial growth over the years, making it a strong contender in the IPO market.Here is an overview of the company’s key financial indicators:
Increase in revenue:
FY2022: Much higher than ₹2,000 crore, at ₹3,000 crore in FY2021.
All are measurable factors: consumer demand, product portfolio expansion, and revenue growth.
The profitability:
Net Profit for FY2022: Whereas in FY2021, the figure was ₹150 crore, it has shot up to ₹200 crore.
The company has survived competition and been profitable in the black because cost effective manufacturing and innovative marketing are part of that, while profit margins remain in the black.
The management of debt:
Image Marketing Ltd. has a manageable debt to equity ratio, thereby ensuring financial stability. The proceeds from the IPO will go towards reducing debt.
The market share:
boAt is among the top wearable brands of India, with more than 40 percent share in the Indian audio accessories market.
R & D investments:
The Company has invested heavily in R & D to expand the product range and meet the consumer requirements.
Why is there an IPO?
The leadership in the market:
India’s wearable leader has boAt, and with 50 per cent plus share in audio accessories market.
It is successful because of its low pricing, product innovation and to some degree, its celebrity product endorsements.
India’s growing market:
India’s wearable tech market is seeing rapid growth due to significant smartphone penetration and consumer demand for fitness and lifestyle tech in the consumer segment.
The size and scope of the market in that part of the world, where Imagine Marketing Ltd is already operating, will create opportunities in terms of market growth for the operations of our organization.
Revenue growth:
Revenue for the company has been steady despite the years.
It was to Indian consumers’ price sensitivity that boAt needed to be able to meet.
Details about the IPO
While the exact dates and price band of the IPO are yet to be announced, here’s what is known:
Objective of the IPO : The money raised will go towards business expansion, reduction in debt and the furthering of R&D to create product innovation.
One part of the offer for sale (OFS) : However, the remainder will issue as a new equity issue and existing investors will be allowed to sell the shares they own.
IPO Expected Date in 2025
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IPO Status |
Approved by SEBI |
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IPO Date |
Not Announced |
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Total IPO Size |
₹2,000 crores (900 cr fresh issue and 1100 cr OFS) |
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No. of shares for IPO |
Not Announced |
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Issue Type |
Book Built |
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Issue Price Band |
Not Announced |
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IPO listing at |
NSE & BSE |
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Face Value per Equity Shares |
₹ 1 |
Should you invest in an IPO?
Investors who are considering a boAt IPO should evaluate the following:
- Growth Potential: The area where Imagine Marketing Ltd operates has a lot of growth potential. The company is well positioned as a market leader so as to take advantage of this potential.
- Competition and Challenges
- A major factor will be the ability of the company to grow
above the global competitive level.
- Financial position: Evaluate the stability of the company and it’s prospective growth rate by reviewing the company’s financial disclosure, profitability, and debt levels.
- Long-term outlook: Being so prolific with their products and understanding the market, boat has demonstrated the skill to be a long term investment with their innovative approach.
Conclusion
boAt IPO offers benefactors a chance to bet on the growth of a charismatic, progressive Indian brand. Imagine Marketing Ltd has a strong and ambitious presence in the stock market and as with any investment it’s always desirable to do extensive research and financial analysis before deciding if joining in on the rush.
IPO dates, price bands, and some other key information. boAt’s IPO is worth considering if you are interested in investing in India’s speedy wearables and audio tech market.