Gurunanak Agri NSE SME IPO review

•    The company is engaged in the manufacturing of innovated agricultural machinery of various types.
•    The company marked growth in its top and bottom lines for the reported periods.
•    It is operating in a highly competitive and fragmented segment.
•    Based on its recent financial data, the IPO appears fully priced.
•    Well-informed investors may park moderate funds for long term.

ABOUT COMPANY:
Gurunank Agriculture India Ltd. (GAIL) is engaged the manufacturing of agricultural machinery, including Threshers, Harvesters, Reapers, Rotavators, Cultivators, and more. The company has consistently focused on delivering innovative solutions to meet the needs of the farming community. Its range of products includes Paddy Thresher, Groundnut Thresher, Wheat Thresher, Maize Thresher, Multi-crop Thresher, Harvester, Reaper, Rotavator, and others. Recently, the company has launched Combined Harvester which has not only met but exceeded customer expectations, quickly gaining widespread popularity in the market due to its advanced features, superior efficiency, and reliability. 

The overwhelming demand for the Combined Harvester highlights the trust and satisfaction its customers place in brand. To capitalize on this success and address the escalating market demand, it is embarking on a strategic expansion of production capabilities. The cornerstone of this project is the development of a robust manufacturing infrastructure that will enable the cumulative annual production of 300 harvesters and 4,000 threshers and 4,000 units for other products (such as rotavators, reapers, cultivators, etc). This enhancement aligns with its vision of becoming a market leader in agricultural machinery by ensuring to meet the demand efficiently while maintaining commitment to high quality and innovation.

The decision to upscale production is rooted in a detailed analysis of market trends, customer feedback, and operational capabilities. By increasing manufacturing capacity, it aims to not only cater to the current demand but also position itself to seize future opportunities in the rapidly evolving agricultural sector. The investment in this expansion reflects confidence in the long-term growth potential of the industry and ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Innovation remains a key pillar of growth strategy. In addition to scaling production, it is committed to fostering a culture of continuous research and development. 

This commitment ensures that it remain at the forefront of technological advancements, enabling it to introduce new and improved products that address emerging challenges and customer needs. Its R&D efforts will not only focus on enhancing the performance and efficiency of existing product lines but also on developing bespoke machinery tailored to specific customer requirements. This dual approach—scaling production and driving innovation—positions GAIL for sustainable growth. As part of this initiative, it aims to strengthen relationships with suppliers, optimize operational processes,
and invest in skill development for workforce. These efforts will ensure that it maintain competitive edge in the market and continue to deliver value to customers.

In summary, this project is a critical step toward achieving strategic objectives. By enhancing production capacity and prioritizing innovation, it is not only addressing immediate market needs but also laying a solid foundation for future growth. As of August 31, 2025, it had 45 employees on its payroll and 84 unskilled workers.

ISSUE DETAILS/CAPITAL HISTORY:
The company is coming out with its maiden IPO worth of 3840000 equity shares worth Rs. 28.80 cr. at a fixed price of Rs. 75 per share of Rs. 10 each. The IPO opens for subscription on September 24, 2025, and will close on September 26, 2025. The minimum application to be made is for 3200 shares and in multiple of 1600 shares thereon, thereafter. Post allotment, shares will be listed on NSE SME Emerge. The issue constitutes 32.00% of post-IPO paid-up equity capital of the company. The company is spending Rs. 2.96 cr. for this IPO process, and from the net proceeds of the issue, the company will utilize Rs. 17.07 cr. for capex on harvester mfg. unit, Rs. 6.77 cr. for working capital, Rs. 2.00 cr. for general corporate purposes.

The IPO is solely lead managed by Finshore Management Services Ltd., while Cameo Corporate Services Ltd., is the registrar to the issue. Anant Securities is the market maker. 

After issuing initial equity shares at par value, the company issued further equity shares at a fixed price of Rs. 15 per share in June 2015 and October 2025. It has also issued bonus shares in the ratio of 15 for 1 in January 2025. The average cost of acquisition of shares by the promoters is Rs. NA, Rs. 0.30, and Rs. 0.47 per share.

Post-IPO, company’s current paid-up equity capital of Rs. 8.16 cr. will stand enhanced to Rs. 12.00 cr. Based on the upper price band of the IPO, the company is looking for a market cap of Rs. 90.00 cr. 

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
On the financial performance front, for the last three fiscals, the company has posted total Income/Net Profit of Rs. 39.17 cr. / Rs. 0.61 cr. (FY23), Rs. 44.09 cr. / Rs. 2.45 cr. (FY24), and Rs. 43.95 cr. / Rs. 6.06 cr. (FY25). 

For the last three fiscals, the company has reported an average EPS of Rs. 4.84, and an average RoNW of 40.50%. The issue is priced at a P/BV of 4.99 based on its NAV of Rs. 15.04 as of March 31, 2025, and at a P/BV of 2.19 based on its post-IPO NAV of Rs. 34.23 per share.

If we attribute its FY25 earnings on post-IPO expanded equity base, then the asking price is at a P/E of 14.85, and based on its FY24 earnings, the P/E stands at 36.76. Thus, based on its recent financial data, the issue appears fully priced.

The company has posted PAT margins of 1.56% (FY23), 5.57% (FY24), 13.81% (FY25), and RoCE Margins of 26.29%, 47.46%, 63.88%, respectively for the referred periods. 

DIVIDEND POLICY:
The company has not declared any dividends for the reported periods of the offer document. It will adopt a prudent dividend policy, based on its financial performances and future prospects.

COMPARISON WITH LISTED PEERS:
As per offer document, the company has shown Indo Farm Equipment, as its listed peer. It is currently trading at a P/E of around 46.7 (as of September 19, 2025). However, they are not truly comparable on an apple-to-apple basis. This compare appears to be an eyewash.

MERCHANT BANKER’S TRACK RECORDS:
This is the 27th mandate from Finshore Management in the last four fiscals (including the ongoing one). Out of the last 10 listings, 2 opened at discount, 1 at par, and the rest with premium ranging from 3.63% to 90.00% on the date of listing.