Lumi IPO’s success is seen as a positive indicator for other Saudi companies contemplating going public.
In a dazzling debut on the Riyadh stock exchange, Lumi Rental Co., the Saudi Arabian auto rental firm, witnessed its shares surge by an astonishing 30% on its first day of trading. The Initial Public Offering (IPO), valued at 1.09 billion Riyals ($290 million), not only exceeded expectations but also set the stage for a new era in the region’s automotive industry.
Today, we listed on the Saudi Exchange (@Tadawul), a remarkable milestone in our growth journey. We are excited to embark on this next chapter, building on our position as one of the leading players in the land mobility sector. pic.twitter.com/9bZ9KWY5oY
— لومي | Lumi (@lumirentalco) September 25, 2023
Lumi is at the forefront of the car rental industry in Saudi Arabia, offering a wide range of vehicles for both local and international customers. With a commitment to quality service, a diverse fleet of vehicles, and a focus on customer satisfaction, the company has carved a niche for itself in the highly competitive car rental market.
Lumi’s Breakdown
The IPO of Lumi was a highly anticipated event, with investors and market watchers keen to see how it would perform. Shares were initially priced at 66 Riyals each, a valuation that already indicated strong interest. However, the stock made an eye-catching debut, opening at 72.6 riyals per share. This initial surge of nearly 10% set a positive tone for the rest of the trading day.
As the trading day progressed, Lumi’s stock price continued to climb, eventually reaching its upper limit of 85.8 riyals per share. This represented an astounding 30% surge from the IPO price, creating excitement among investors and highlighting the remarkable demand for the company’s shares.
According to the IPO prospectus, Lumi is the third-largest automobile rental service in Saudi Arabia, with a 7% market share in 2021. This significant market presence, combined with a solid business model and the prospect of future expansion, surely contributed to investors’ positive response.
One of the standout aspects of the Lumi IPO was the overwhelming demand it generated. According to Bloomberg, the company received bids totaling more than $27 billion from both retail and institutional investors during its listing. Such overwhelming demand led to the funds’ segment being oversubscribed by nearly 95 times, a clear testament to the market’s confidence in the company’s prospects.
Lumi’s Contributions to Saudi Arabia’s IPO
Lumi IPO’s success is seen as a positive indicator for other Saudi companies contemplating going public. It demonstrates that there is ample liquidity and investor interest in the Saudi market, and this could potentially encourage more firms to tap into this pool of capital to fund their expansion and growth plans.
ADES Holding Co., an oil drilling firm, rode the wave of enthusiasm for Saudi IPOs by pricing its $1.2 billion IPO at the top end of its range. The company received a staggering $76.5 billion worth of orders from investors, once again showcasing the strong appetite for Saudi investments.
Simultaneously, SAL Saudi Logistics Services Co., a cargo firm, launched its IPO, valued at around $678 million. This concurrent offering, amid the buzz generated by Lumi and ADES, speaks to the depth of investor interest in Saudi equities.
The combined success of Lumi and ADES has notably contributed to Saudi Arabia’s total IPO collection for the year, which has now reached $2.41 billion. This is indeed a substantial figure, but it’s important to note that it is still 46% lower than the previous year’s total.
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