NewsIPOBharat Coking Coal IPO Listing Date Uncertain as Markets Close January 15 for Maharashtra ElectionsBharat Coking Coal IPO Listing Date Uncertain as Markets Close January 15 for Maharashtra Elections
Bharat Coking Coal IPO listing faces uncertainty as markets close January 15 for Maharashtra elections, disrupting the original timeline. The ₹1,071.00 crore IPO has seen exceptional demand with 34x subscription and 47% grey market premium. As India's largest coking coal producer with 58.50% market share and 7,910.00 million tonnes reserves, BCCL's listing is now likely postponed to January 19.
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The listing date of Bharat Coking Coal Ltd (BCCL) shares has become uncertain following the announcement that domestic equity markets will remain closed on January 15 due to municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra. The development has created scheduling complications for the company's highly anticipated market debut.
IPO Timeline Disrupted by Market Holiday
The initial public offering of Bharat Coking Coal Ltd is scheduled to close for subscription on Tuesday, having opened on January 9. The basis of allotment is expected to be finalized on January 14, but the subsequent steps face delays due to the market closure.
| Schedule Item: | Original Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IPO Opening: | January 9 | Completed |
| IPO Closing: | Tuesday | As Scheduled |
| Basis of Allotment: | January 14 | Expected |
| Credit to Demat/Refunds: | January 15 | Delayed |
| Likely Listing Date: | January 19 | Unofficial |
According to the latest notification, trading in equities, equity derivatives, securities lending and borrowing, currency derivatives and interest rate derivatives will remain suspended on both the BSE and NSE on January 15. The commodity derivatives segment will also remain closed during the morning session, with January 15 also declared a settlement holiday and non-working day for banks.
Strong Investor Demand Despite Uncertainty
The IPO has witnessed exceptional investor response, demonstrating robust market appetite for the coking coal producer. The subscription numbers reflect strong confidence across multiple investor categories.
| Subscription Metrics: | Performance |
|---|---|
| Day 1 Subscription: | 8.09 times |
| Day 2 Subscription: | 34.00 times |
| Issue Size: | ₹1,071.00 crores |
| Anchor Investment: | ₹273.10 crores |
The strong demand has been driven by interest from retail, non-institutional and existing shareholder investor categories, indicating broad-based appeal across different investor segments.
Grey Market Premium Signals Strong Listing
Bharat Coking Coal shares are commanding significant premiums in the grey market, reflecting positive investor sentiment ahead of the listing. Market trackers have reported consistent premium levels that suggest potential listing gains.
| Grey Market Indicators: | Details |
|---|---|
| Investorgain GMP: | ₹10.85 |
| Potential Listing Gain: | 47.17% |
| IPO Watch GMP: | 47.00% |
Company Profile and Market Position
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd holds a dominant position in India's coking coal sector as the country's largest producer. The company's strategic importance stems from its substantial market share and extensive reserve base.
Key Company Metrics:
- Market share of domestic coking coal output: 58.50% in FY25
- Estimated coal reserves: 7,910.00 million tonnes
- Ownership structure: Wholly owned subsidiary of Coal India Ltd
Investors are currently awaiting official clarification from the stock exchanges or Bharat Coking Coal Ltd regarding the revised listing schedule, with Monday, January 19, emerging as the likely new listing date according to market experts.
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