HDB Financial IPO day 1 Live: GMP, subscription status, price, date to review. Apply or not?

The much-anticipated HDB Financial IPO has finally hit the Indian primary market today, attracting the attention of investors and analysts alike. With strong backing from HDFC Bank and impressive financials, this IPO is among the most awaited in recent years. Here's everything you need to know on Day 1 from the latest GMP (Grey Market Premium) to expert recommendations on whether to subscribe.
š Grey Market Premium (GMP) Today
As of today, HDB Financial shares are trading at a premium of ā¹75 in the grey market. This indicates healthy investor interest even before subscriptions started, suggesting possible listing gains if the momentum continues.
š Key Dates & Details
IPO Open Date: 25 June 2025
IPO Close Date: 27 June 2025
IPO Price Band: ā¹700 to ā¹740 per equity share
Lot Size: 20 shares per lot
Issue Size: ā¹12,500 crore
Fresh Issue: ā¹2,500 crore
Offer for Sale (OFS): ā¹10,000 crore
Allotment Date: Likely by 30 June 2025
Listing Date: Expected on 2 July 2025
Exchanges: BSE and NSE
Registrar: MUFG Intime India Private Limited (Link Intime)
š Book-Running Lead Managers
This IPO is being managed by a powerful consortium of financial institutions, including:
BNP Paribas, JM Financial, BofA Securities India, Goldman Sachs India, HSBC Securities, IIFL Capital Services, Jefferies India, Morgan Stanley India, Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors, Nomura India, Nuvama Wealth Management, and UBS Securities India.
š§¾ Expert Review: Apply or Not?
Most brokerage firms have responded positively to HDB Financialās IPO, urging investors to consider subscribing:
KR Choksey Securities: "SUBSCRIBE" ā The IPO is attractively priced at 3.4x TTM P/B against a peer average of 4.4x, considering its growth and strong parentage.
Sharekhan: "SUBSCRIBE" ā Valuation is fair (3.2xā3.4x FY25 P/B), with a robust return profile, strong macro tailwinds, and long-term potential due to a smaller size compared to Bajaj Finance.
Others: Kunvarji Finstock, Aditya Birla Money, Bajaj Broking, Canara Bank Securities, Centrum Wealth, Nirmal Bang, SBI Capital Securities ā all have issued a 'subscribe' recommendation.
š Final Thoughts
With a solid price band, strong financial backing, and broad institutional support, the HDB Financial IPO is positioned for success. The ā¹75 GMP hints at short-term gains, while long-term investors may benefit from the companyās stable growth trajectory and promising fundamentals.