Archive · 1 Nov 2025
Lenskart IPO Opens Amidst High Valuations and Growth Prospects
Lenskart, a company that sells glasses and sunglasses, is having an Initial Public Offering (IPO), which is a way for companies to sell shares to the public for the first time.
The IPO is open for people to buy shares until November 4th.
Lenskart has stores in India and other countries and also makes its own glasses.
The company is selling shares to raise money to open more stores, improve its technology, and for marketing.
Some of the current owners are also selling some of their shares.
The price of the shares is quite high compared to the company's profits, but Lenskart has been growing fast.
They have many stores and are also selling online.
Even though they are growing, buying glasses can be expensive because it takes a lot of money to run stores and factories.
Some experts suggest waiting to see if the share price is worth it after the IPO.
A promoter, who owns part of the company, bought shares earlier at a much lower price, which is unusual compared to the IPO price.
Lenskart's IPO, valued at nearly ₹7,300 crore, opened on November 1 and closes on November 4, 2025.
The eyewear retailer has set an upper price band of ₹402 per share, valuing the company at ₹69,912 crore.
The IPO comprises a fresh issue of ₹2,150 crore for expansion and an Offer for Sale (OFS) of ₹5,128 crore.
Lenskart operates 2,806 stores globally, with 39% of FY25 revenues coming from its international segment.
Analysts recommend caution due to high valuations and capital-intensive operations, despite strong growth projections.
- Who
- Lenskart Solutions, an eyewear retailer
- What
- IPO opening for subscription
- When
- Open until November 4, 2025
- Where
- India and international markets
- Why
- To fund expansion of new stores, technology, brand and marketing, and potential inorganic opportunities
Concerns and Risks
Growth and Potential
Valuation
Concerns and Risks
The IPO valuation is considered high, with P/E and EV/EBITDA multiples significantly above industry peers, raising concerns about investor comfort.
Growth and Potential
The elevated valuation reflects the company's high projected revenue and EBITDA growth rates, driven by aggressive expansion plans.
Capital Intensity
Concerns and Risks
Lenskart's operations are capital-intensive due to store leases and a large manufacturing base, impacting profitability and EPS.
Growth and Potential
Integrated operations, including manufacturing and an omni-channel approach, allow for competitive pricing and efficient supply chain management.
Quality of Earnings
Concerns and Risks
A significant portion of Lenskart's FY25 profit before tax came from treasury income rather than core operations, suggesting evolving earnings quality.
Growth and Potential
Strong growth in margins and customer acquisition, coupled with store growth and increased utilization, are expected to drive future profitability.
Promoter Share Acquisition
Concerns and Risks
The promoter's recent acquisition of shares at a substantial discount to the IPO price is noted as unusual and creates a stark valuation difference.
Growth and Potential
The management stated the acquisition was to bolster promoter shareholding, and the stakeholders had their reasons for the transaction.
- IPO Opening Date
- November 1, 2025
- IPO Closing Date
- November 4, 2025
- Total IPO Size
- ₹7,300 crore
- Fresh Issue Size
- ₹2,150 crore
- Offer for Sale (OFS) Size
- ₹5,128 crore
- IPO Upper Band Price
- ₹402 per share
- Company Stores (June 2025)
- 2,806