NSDL vs. CDSL: A Financial and Operational Comparison Ahead of NSDL’s IPO

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NSDL IPO Details

National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), India’s leading depository firm, is getting ready to launch its ₹3,000 crore IPO by next month. However, before going public, NSDL needs approvals from SEBI and other authorities. Since one of these approvals is expiring soon, the company is working fast to complete the process.

NSDL’s Financial Performance

₹ in crores

Particulars9m FY252023-242022-23
Total Income11411,365 1,100
Profit After Tax (PAT)259275 235
Net Profit Margin23%20%21%
Earnings Per Share (EPS)12.9913.7711.74

About the IPO

  • NSDL’s IPO will be a complete offer for sale. This means existing shareholders like NSE, SBI, and HDFC Bank will sell 5.72 crore shares to the public.
  • The company is rushing to meet deadlines and get all necessary approvals before the offer launches.

Challenges and Market Conditions

The IPO was slightly delayed due to regulatory approvals and staff shortages. However, despite uncertain market conditions, many companies are still launching IPOs, and NSDL is confident about its offering.

Why Investors Should Watch This IPO

  1. Market Leader – NSDL manages most of India’s demat accounts.
  2. Strong Financials – The company is making steady profits and growing each year.
  3. Big Investors – It is backed by top institutions like NSE, SBI, and HDFC Bank.

With its strong market position and financial stability, NSDL’s IPO could be a great opportunity for investors.

Peer Comparison: NSDL vs. CDSL (2023-24)

Operational Metrics of NSDL & CDSL

MetricNSDLCDSL
Market ShareLower market share in terms of the number of DEMAT accountsGreater market share in terms of the number of DEMAT accounts
Investor Accounts3.88 crores14.93 crores
Demat Custody Value (FY24)470.38 lakhs crores72.18 lakh crores

Financial Metrics of NSDL & CDSL

₹ in crores

ParticularsNSDL (2023-24)CDSL (2023-24)
Total Income 1,365907
Profit After Tax 275420
Net Profit Margin20%46%
Earnings Per Share 13.7720
Market Cap 23,98026,370
CMP (Feb 2025) 1,1991,262
P/E Ratio87.0763.1
P/S Ratio17.5729.07
P/B Ratio15.9022.75

9M FY24 Financials: NSDL vs. CDSL

₹ in crores

ParticularsNSDL (9M FY24)CDSL (9M FY24)
Total Income 1,141943
Profit After Tax 259426
Net Profit Margin22.7%45.2%
  1. CDSL has a larger market share in terms of DEMAT accounts, while NSDL lags behind.
  2. On the other hand, NSDL’s demat custody value is much higher.
  3. Revenue Performance:
    • NSDL made higher revenue (₹1,365 Cr) than CDSL (₹907 Cr) in FY24.
    • Even in the 9-month data, NSDL’s income (₹1,141 Cr) is more than CDSL’s (₹943 Cr).
  4. Profitability & Margins:
    • CDSL is much more profitable, with a higher PAT (₹420 Cr) compared to NSDL (₹275 Cr).
    • CDSL’s profit margin is 46%, while NSDL’s is only 20%, showing CDSL is better at turning revenue into profit.

Key Takeaway

Summarizing the key details of the NSDL IPO:

DetailInformation
CompanyNational Securities Depository Limited (NSDL)
IPO Size₹3,000 crore
TypeOffer for Sale (OFS)
Shares Offered5.72 crore equity shares
Major SellersIDBI Bank, NSE, SBI, HDFC Bank, Union Bank
DRHP FilingJuly 2023
SEBI ApprovalSeptember 2024
Approval ValidityUntil September 2025
Expected LaunchNext month (before clearance expiration)
Q3 FY25 Net Profit₹85.8 crore (+29.82% YoY)
Q3 FY25 Total Income₹391.21 crore (+16.2% YoY)

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