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Studds Accessories Stumbles on Market Debut Despite Blockbuster IPO
7 Nov
Summary
- Studds Accessories, India's largest helmet maker, listed below IPO price
- IPO was subscribed 73.3 times, signaling strong investor demand
- Company raised ₹455 crore through an offer for sale
On November 7, 2025, Studds Accessories, India's largest helmet manufacturer, made a weak debut on the stock market, listing below its IPO price despite strong investor demand. The company's shares opened at ₹565 on the NSE, down 3.4% from the issue price of ₹585, and at ₹570 on the BSE, a 2.6% decline.
This underwhelming performance comes despite a blockbuster IPO that was subscribed an impressive 73.3 times overall, signaling robust interest from both institutional and retail investors. The three-day IPO, which ran from October 30 to November 3, 2025, saw QIBs drive the frenzy with a 160x subscription, followed by NIIs at 77x and retail investors at 22x.
Studds Accessories, which raised ₹455 crore through a pure offer for sale of 77.9 lakh shares, is one of India's most recognized consumer brands in the two-wheeler segment. The company designs, manufactures, and markets helmets and motorcycle accessories under its flagship brands Studds and SMK, catering to both commuter and premium segments.
