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Speciality Medicines IPO Set to Open on March 20; Pharma Marketer Targets ₹29 Crore for Global R&D and Expansion

Speciality Medicines IPO Set to Open on March 20; Pharma Marketer Targets ₹29 Crore for Global R&D and Expansion

The Speciality Medicines IPO will be open for public subscription from Friday, March 20, 2026, to Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The issue is a 100% fresh issue of 2.35 million equity shares. Retail investors can participate with a minimum investment of ₹2,48,000 (covering 2 lots of 1,000 shares each) at the upper price band. The shares are proposed to be listed on the BSE SME platform.

The company operates a unique dual-business model:

  1. Contract Manufacturing: Coordinating with Indian manufacturers for finished formulations tailored for international markets.

  2. Marketing & Distribution: Sourcing and supplying specialty drugs (injectables, oral solutions, etc.) to over 20 states in India and 35+ countries.

Financial Highlights:

Speciality Medicines has reported a massive spike in profitability recently:

  • Revenue: Scaled from ₹27.66 crore in FY24 to ₹58.54 crore in FY25.

  • Profit After Tax (PAT): Witnessed a sharp jump from ₹2.93 crore in FY24 to ₹8.61 crore in FY25.

  • Asset Growth: Total assets nearly doubled in one year, reaching ₹39.98 crore by March 2025.

The IPO proceeds are strategically allocated toward:

  • ₹13.31 crore for setting up a dedicated Research & Development (R&D) Center.

  • ₹12.00 crore for working capital to support its intensive trading cycles.

  • ₹2.89 crore for international product registrations in target markets like Peru and Uganda.


Key IPO Details & Timetable

Feature Details
Price Band ₹117 – ₹124 per share
Min. Investment (Retail) ₹2,48,000 (2,000 Shares / 2 Lots)
Total Issue Size ₹29.14 Crore (Fresh Issue)
Public Open Date March 20, 2026 (Friday)
Public Close Date March 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Allotment Date March 25, 2026
Tentative Listing March 30, 2026 (BSE SME)

Important Real News & Today’s Insights (March 18)

  • Grey Market Premium (GMP): As of today, the GMP is trading at ₹0 (Flat). Despite the company's strong profit growth, the grey market is exhibiting caution, likely waiting to see the subscription intensity from institutional buyers on Friday.

  • The "Sustainability" Debate: Market analysts (including reviews on Chittorgarh) have pointed out that the sudden jump in PAT from ₹2.9cr to ₹8.6cr within a single year has "raised eyebrows." Today's investor discussions are focused on whether this performance is sustainable or if it was "boosted" specifically for the IPO valuation.

  • Working Capital Warning: The company’s working capital requirement has surged from roughly ₹7.4 crore to ₹31.2 crore in FY25. This highlights a capital-intensive business model where cash is frequently locked in inventory and receivables.

  • International Moat: A significant positive note in today's news is that as of early 2026, the company has 54 products currently in the registration process across 5 countries. Success in these registrations could provide a multi-year revenue cushion.

  • Valuation Comparison: At the upper cap of ₹124, the IPO is priced at a P/E that appears lucrative compared to listed peers like Remus Pharmaceuticals (P/E ~23x) and Mono Pharmacare (P/E ~24x), provided the FY25 earnings are treated as the base.