By ETF Desk
Manipal Health Enterprises (MHE), headquartered in Manipal, Karnataka, has successfully obtained clearance from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to float an initial public offering (IPO) valued at ₹8,000 crore. The company, which operates a sprawling network of hospitals, specialty clinics, and diagnostic centres, plans to issue 500 million shares at a price range of ₹150 to ₹170 per share.
The IPO, listed on both the National Stock Exchange and the Bombay Stock Exchange, reflects the growing confidence in India’s healthcare sector, which has seen a surge in private investments and expanding infrastructure. MHE aims to use the proceeds to fund new hospital projects, upgrade technology and equipment, and deepen its presence in emerging markets across Karnataka and adjacent states. The company’s financials have shown steady revenue growth over the past five years, making it an attractive proposition for investors seeking long‑term exposure to India’s medical services sector.
SEBI’s nod is expected to galvanise investor interest, supporting the company’s goals of increasing capital base and creating employment opportunities in the Udupi district. The listing is projected to boost local economic activity by attracting ancillary service providers and enhancing the region’s healthcare ecosystem. Source: Google News – Manipal.