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Thailand’s Zen Corporation completes IPO

By Wei ZhangThailand
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Thai restaurant operator Zen Corporation secured THB975 million (US$31.35 million) via an IPO issued last Wednesday.

The firm sold all 75 million shares on offer, representing 25 per cent of its registered capital, at THB13 each. Its stock price grew 17.69 per cent over the course of its trading debut, as strong demand pushed the value per share up to THB15.30 on the first day.

Zen Corporation is known for its various restaurant chains, including its eponymous brand as well as Musha by Zen, Sushi Cyu Carnival Yakiniku, AKA, On the Table Tokyo Cafe, Tetsu and de Tummour.

The firm also operates food delivery, catering, restaurant management and consultancy services, as well as food retail operations.

Questions & Answers

Q.

How much capital did Zen Corporation raise from its IPO?

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The Thai restaurant operator secured THB975 million, which is equivalent to US$31.35 million. This capital was raised through the sale of all 75 million shares offered in the IPO.

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What was the initial price per share and its performance on the first day?

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Each share was initially offered at THB13. On its trading debut, the stock price increased by 17.69 per cent, closing the first day at a value of THB15.30 per share due to strong demand.

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What other business operations does Zen Corporation have beyond its restaurant chains?

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In addition to its restaurant brands, Zen Corporation also operates in food delivery, catering, restaurant management, and consultancy services. The firm also has food retail operations.

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How many shares did Zen Corporation sell in the IPO, and what percentage of its capital did this represent?

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Zen Corporation sold all 75 million shares that were on offer during the IPO. These shares constituted 25 per cent of the company's total registered capital.

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