Awfis is also expanding across both metros and Tier II markets, with operations in nine metros and nine Tier II cities. Ramani said growth in Tier II has been strong, though supply availability is a constraint.
The consolidated net profit of Rs 2.78 crore marked a significant turnaround from the Rs 8.30 crore net loss recorded in the same period last year.
The VC fund has generated Rs 607 crore on a total investment of Rs 206 crore, based on the current return multiple. That only translates to a return of 3X in seven years which is not lucrative for venture funds.
The company has fixed a price band of Rs 364-383 per share for its maiden public issue, which will open on May 22 and conclude on May 27.
Post the IPO, Awfis’ largest shareholders Peak XV’s stake will decline to 10-11 percent and ChryCapital’s holdings through its unit Bisque will go down to about 13-14 percent stake, Ramani said.
Chennai based Awfis competes with the likes of WeWork, Smartworks and Tablespace. The segment has seen a sharp recovery post Covid-19 with a bulk of the demand coming from the IT sector.