Janashakthi IPO: 100% Allotment for Small Retailers Amid 3x Subscription 📈
The basis of allotment for Janashakthi Limited’s IPO has been finalized following significant demand, with the issue oversubscribed by over 3x. A total of 20,359 applications were received for 1.51 Bn shares, far exceeding the 500 Mn shares on offer. • Overall Demand & Participation: The IPO attracted 20,359 valid applications. The non-retail segment drove the highest volume with 1.19 Bn shares requested, while retail investors submitted 16,268 applications for 165.8 Mn shares. • Allotment Strategy: To ensure fair distribution, the Board implemented a weighted allotment: Retail Investors: 100% allotment for the first 4,000 shares. Applications exceeding this will receive 17.46% of the balance. Non-Retail Investors: 243 Mn shares issued to strategic investors. Others receive a 4,000-share minimum plus 9.64% of the excess. Unit Trusts: Minimum allotment of 500,000 shares plus 65.06% of the remaining balance. Group Employees: 100% allotment up to 500,000 shares; 33.79% for any excess. • Market Impact: The successful capital raise marks a major milestone for the financial services and insurance related group as it nears its formal listing on the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). Shares will be credited to applicants based on these finalized percentages.