Century Business Media IPO
SMECentury Business Media is an advertising and media solutions company providing multi-channel marketing, publication, and brand promotion services.
Verdict: Avoid
Est. GMP
₹0 (0%)
Price range
₹74
Lot size
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Issue size
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Allotment
17 Sept
Listing
21 Sept
Review
1. Grey market premium
★★★★★Grey market premium currently stands at 0%, showing no discernible premium or listing demand.
2. Company financials
★★★★★The company operates on modest SME scale with thin net profit margins typical of regional media agencies.
3. Subscription status
★★★★★The issue is yet to open for bidding; initial market buzz remains muted.
4. Anchor investors
★★★★★No notable institutional anchor participation due to the fixed-price SME nature of the offering.
Company financials
Amount ₹ in Crores
| Period ended | Revenue | Expense | PAT | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 (C) | ₹32.27 | ₹27.38 | ₹3.68 | ₹21.24 |
| 2025 (C) | ₹36.91 | ₹30.55 | ₹4.70 | ₹22.37 |
| 2026 (S) | ₹46.76 | ₹39.29 | ₹5.56 | ₹31.28 |
C = Consolidated figures · S = Standalone figures
Subscription
Anchor investors
| Shares offered | 6,54,400 Shares |
| Bidding date | September 10, 2026 |
No anchor portion allocated for this SME issue.
Risks
- ConcentrationHigh revenue dependence on a small base of media clients and regional advertising spend.
- FinancialWorking capital intensive operations with elongated receivables typical of the advertising sector.
- OtherMicro-cap SME listing poses significant post-listing liquidity and volume risks for retail investors.