CMGP: A Landmark IPO on Casablanca Stock Exchange as Company Achieves Historic Milestone

Deal News | Dec 18, 2024 | DPI (Development Partners International)

CMGP: A Landmark IPO on Casablanca Stock Exchange as Company Achieves Historic Milestone

Development Partners International (DPI) has announced the successful initial public offering (IPO) of CMGP Group, a leading pan-African integrated agri-services firm, on the Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE). CDGP managed to raise approximately $110 million through a capital increase and share sale, achieving a post-money valuation in excess of $340 million. The IPO was met with tremendous investor interest, being oversubscribed 37 times and attracting 33,771 participants, rendering it the third-largest in CSE history. This financial achievement will provide liquidity to existing investors and fuel further growth. DPI has been the lead investor in CMGP since 2018, and has contributed to its transformation from a specialised irrigation solutions provider into a top-notch agri-services company. CMGP’s management, including its founders, will continue to guide the company, which promises to maintain its role as a leader and innovator in the agricultural services sector, addressing key issues like water scarcity and food security.

Sectors

  • Agriculture Services
  • Financial Services

Geography

  • North and West Africa – CMGP operates primarily in these regions, providing agricultural services.
  • Morocco – Casablanca Stock Exchange, where CMGP's IPO took place, is located in Morocco.
  • United Kingdom – DPI, a London-based investment firm, participated in the IPO as CMGP's largest shareholder.

Industry

  • Agriculture Services – CMGP operates within the agriculture sector, offering integrated services including irrigation systems and agricultural inputs.
  • Financial Services – The article focuses on the financial transaction of an IPO, involving capital markets activity.

Financials

  • $110 million – The capital raised by CMGP Group through the IPO.
  • $340 million – The post-money valuation of CMGP Group after the IPO.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
CMGP GroupTarget CompanyCompanyA leading pan-African integrated agri-services company, focusing on irrigation systems and agricultural inputs.
Development Partners International (DPI)Private Equity FirmCompanyA UK-based investment firm and the largest shareholder of CMGP Group.
Casablanca Stock ExchangeStock ExchangeCompanyThe stock exchange where CMGP Group's IPO was listed.