Preeti Kapoor

 SS Retail IPO - My Quick Take                                                        I went through the RHP of SS Retail to understand what’s actually behind the IPO, rather than looking at it only from the listing-gain perspective. SS Retail is a multi-brand retailer focused mainly on mobiles, electronics and pre-owned smartphones , with 503 stores , largely concentrated in Maharashtra. The growth story definitely stands out: Revenue: ₹1,207 Cr → ₹2,351 Cr EBITDA: ₹56 Cr → ₹125 Cr PAT: ₹27 Cr → ₹59 Cr (FY24–FY26) But there’s another side to the story — margins are still quite thin , with EBITDA margin at 5.3% and PAT margin at 2.5%. Where is the IPO money going? Out of the ₹500 Cr issue: • ₹360 Cr Fresh Issue — mainly for working capital and store expansion • ₹140 Cr OFS — goes to existing share...

  Zen Technologies Bags ₹1.77 Crore Defence Ministry Order: A Positive Signal for Investors Zen Technologies has secured a ₹1.77 crore order from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) , adding another milestone to its growing defence business. While the order is small in value, it reflects the company's strong relationship with the Ministry of Defence and its expertise in defence training and simulation solutions. For investors, the deal may not have a significant impact on near-term earnings, but it highlights the steady flow of government contracts that supports the company's long-term growth story. With India's continued focus on defence modernization and Make in India , companies like Zen Technologies are well-positioned to benefit from rising defence spending. Bottom Line: This isn't a game-changing order on its own, but it's another positive step that reinforces Zen Technologies' credibility and long-term potential in the defence sector.

Ather Energy Turns IPO Investors into Big Winners: Here's What's Driving the Stock's Massive Rally When Ather Energy launched its IPO, not many expected the stock to become one of the biggest success stories in India's EV space. But today, early investors have a reason to celebrate, as the stock has delivered nearly 3x returns , turning patient investors into big winners. So, what's behind this impressive rally? One of the biggest reasons is Hero MotoCorp's decision to invest an additional ₹1,000 crore in Ather Energy. This move has boosted market confidence and signals strong belief in the company's long-term growth. At the same time, India's electric vehicle market is expanding rapidly. Rising demand for electric scooters, improving charging infrastructure, and supportive government policies are creating a favorable environment for companies like Ather Energy. The company is also investing in expanding its production capacity to meet growing demand, w...