IPO SLOWDOWN: A WARNING SIGN OR A BUYING OPPORTUNITY?

India’s primary market is currently going through a balanced yet cautious phase.

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After years of record fundraising, geopolitical tensions and weak listing performance are now weighing on investor sentiment. This has made it difficult for companies to achieve favourable valuations, even as a strong pipeline continues to indicate future opportunities.What’s Happening?

India’s IPO market, which saw record fundraising over the past two years, is now expected to slow down in FY27. The key reasons include geopolitical tensions, elevated valuations, and weak listing performance, all of which have dented investor confidence.

IPO Fundraising Outlook for 2026