Awfis Space Solutions Limited IPO

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As of December 31, 2023, the company holds the distinction of being India’s largest provider of flexible workspace solutions based on the number of centers, according to a CBRE report. They lead the flexible workspace sector, operating 169 centers across 16 cities and offering 105,258 seats over a chargeable area of 5.33 million square feet. Their facilities include both operational spaces and centers under fit-out, enhancing their service availability in 52 micro-markets throughout the nation.

Their flexible workspace offerings cater to a broad spectrum of needs, from single desks to customized office spaces suitable for startups, SMEs, and large corporations. Their services range from short-term desk rentals to long-term office solutions, evolving from basic co-working spaces to a comprehensive workspace solutions platform. Their core services encompass co-working solutions, which include flexible workspaces, bespoke office setups, and mobility solutions.

In addition to these, they have expanded to offer construction and fit-out services through Awfis Transform, and facility management via Awfis Care. They also provide a range of support services such as food and beverage, IT support, infrastructure services like storage and customization, as well as event hosting and meeting arrangements. Their keen insight into modern workforce trends allows them to anticipate and meet the changing preferences and needs of their diverse clientele across various demographics.

Objects of the Awfis Space Solutions Limited IPO:

The Company proposes to utilize the Net Proceeds towards funding the following objects (collectively, the "Objects"): i. Funding capital expenditure towards the establishment of new centres; ii. Funding the working capital requirements and iii. General corporate purposes Total number of shares issue :- i. Fresh issue is 3,342,037 shares, ii. Offer for sale is 12,295,699 shares.

Awfis Space Solutions Limited IPO Details:

Open Date: May 22 2024
Close Date: May 27 2024
Total Shares: 15,637,736
Face Value: ₹ 10 Per Equity Share
Issue Size: 598.93 Cr.
Lot Size: 39 Shares
Issue Price: ₹ 364 - 383 Per Equity Share
Listing At: NSE,BSE
Listing Date: May 30 2024

Promoters And Management:

Amit Ramani serves as the Chairman and Managing Director of the Company. He earned a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, and holds master’s degrees from Kansas State University and Cornell University, USA. With around 20 years in real estate and workplace solutions, he has held prominent roles at Nelson Planning and Designs Private Limited, Nelson Worldwide, LLC, and as a consultant at HOK, New York. His leadership has earned him recognition as one of Asia's most promising business leaders by The Economic Times in 2019-2020 and as one of the country's top 100 great people managers in 2023. Rajesh Kharabanda is an Additional Director (Non-Executive) on the Board of the Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from D.A.V College, Guru Nanak Dev University, Jalandhar. He has approximately 37 years of experience in the sports sector. He is the managing director of Freewill Sports Private Limited, and has been associated with them for 37 years. Further, he is serving as the chairman of the Sports Goods Manufacturers & Exporters Association, Jalandhar. Arjun Bhartia is a Non-Executive Director on the Board of the Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in arts from Brown University, USA. He has seven years of experience in managerial positions. He is currently serving as the promoter and director of Jubilant Consumer Private Limited and the promoter and managing director on the board of directors of Jubilant Pharmova Limited. He has previously served as an associate consultant with Bain & Company India Private Limited.

Financials of Awfis Space Solutions Limited IPO:

Particulars ( In Crore )
2021
2022
2023
9M-FY24
Revenue from Operations 178 257 545 616
Other Income 38 22 21 17
Total Revenue 216 279 566 634
Sub-contracting cost 10 42 90 124
Purchases of Stock in Trade 1 4 13 18
Changes in Inventories -0.1 -0.3 0.1 0.2
Employees Benefit Expenses 32 54 96 99
Other Expenses 82 89 191 197
EBITDA 91 90 176 196
OPM (%) 42.01% 32.29% 31.12% 30.85%
Depreciation & Amortisation 87 98 150 145
EBIT 4 -8 26 50
Finance Cost 47 49 73 69
PBT -43 -57 -47 -19
Tax 0 0 0 0
PAT -43 -57 -47 -19
NPM (%) -19.74% -20.51% -8.24% -2.99%
No.of Shares 6.94 6.94 6.94 6.94
EPS -6.14 -8.23 -6.71 -2.72

Comparison With Peers:

Note:- They believe that, with their adoption of the MA model, there are no listed entities of comparable size and business model in India or abroad, which is comparable with their business. There are some unlisted entities which can be comparisons :- i. WEWORK                     ii. COWRKS iii. SMARTWORKS        iv. TABLESPACE.

Recommendation on Awfis Space Solutions Limited IPO:

Review and Recommendation of Awfis Space Solutions by team IZ is 5/10. 1. They are the largest flexible workspace solutions provider in India as of December 31, 2023, based on the total number of centers (Source: CBRE Report). Their company ranks first among the top five benchmarked players in the flexible workspace segment, with a presence in 16 cities across India. They operate in the maximum number of micro-markets in the country, solidifying their market leadership. 2. Operational Scale As of December 31, 2023, They have: i. 169 total centers across 16 cities in India       ii. 105,258 total seats iii. 5.33 million sq. ft. of total chargeable area Out of these, 31 centers and 25,312 seats are currently under fit-out, contributing an additional 1.23 million sq. ft. to their chargeable area. They have also signed letters of intent with space owners for 13 additional centers, which will add 10,859 seats and 0.55 million sq. ft. to their portfolio. 3. Client Base and Market Presence They serve over 2,295 clients and are present in 52 micro-markets across India. Their client base is diverse, ranging from startups and SMEs to large corporations and multinational corporations. 4. Workspace Solutions They provide a comprehensive range of flexible workspace solutions, from individual desks to customized office spaces. Their offerings include: i. Awfis Coworking: Shared workspaces for collaboration and flexibility. ii. Flex Workspace: Catering to a diverse spectrum of needs. iii. Awfis Enterprise: Custom design, build, and manage workspace solutions. iv. Customized Office Solutions: Tailored to client specifications and requirements. v. Mobility Solutions: On-the-go requirements with just-in-time bookings. vi. Allied Services: Food and beverages, concierge services, meeting room management, and support services. Additionally, They offer **Awfis Transform** for construction and fit-out services and **Awfis Care** for property and facility management solutions. 5. Competitive Landscape The flexible workspace industry in India is diverse, with over 430 operators. The top 10 operators, including WeWork, Smartworks, Tablespace, and Indiqube, account for nearly 60% of the overall flexible workspace stock in the country (Source: CBRE Report). The competition offers various workspace options such as co-working spaces, private offices, and built-to-suit solutions. 6. Market Drivers Key drivers for the commercial office sector in India include: i. Competitive Cost Advantage              ii. Technology Industry Growth iii. Global Capability Centers 7. The Revenue has Increased from Rs.178 Crores in FY21 to Rs.545 Crores in FY23. 8. The EBITDA has Increased from 91 Crores in FY21 to 176 Crores in FY23. 9. The PAT has Increased from (-43) Crores in FY21 to (-47) Crores in FY23. 10. As per FY23, CFO/EBITDA is 0.93, As per FY24, EPS is (-3.63), 11. Market Capitalization is 2,658 Crore & P/E is (-105.27)x based on FY24.

Registrar of Awfis Space Solutions Limited IPO:

  1. Bigshare Services Private Limited

Company Address:

Awfis Space Solutions Limited C-28-29, Kissan Bhawan Qutab Institutional Area New Delhi-110016 Phone: +91 1141061878 Email: cs.corp@awfis.com Website: https://www.awfis.com/

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