Primary Markets Thrive in FY26 Amidst Shareholder Exits: Economic Survey Reveals
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Moneycontrol•29-01-2026, 13:26
Primary Markets Thrive in FY26 Amidst Shareholder Exits: Economic Survey Reveals
- •India's primary markets showed strong buoyancy in the first nine months of FY26, leading global IPO charts with a 20% rise in volumes and 10% increase in funds raised.
- •Despite overall growth, Offer for Sale (OFS) transactions dominated mainboard activity, accounting for 58% of funds raised, indicating a focus on shareholder exits rather than fresh capital infusion.
- •The SME segment demonstrated significant capital-raising, with listings increasing to 217 and funds mobilised jumping to Rs 9,635 crore, serving as a 'stepping stone for high-potential firms'.
- •Retail participation surged, with demat accounts exceeding 21.6 crore and unique investors reaching 12 crore, driven by simplified onboarding and stable economic fundamentals.
- •Household savings shifted towards equities and mutual funds, now comprising over 15.2% of financial flows, while the Securities Markets Code, 2025, introduced significant regulatory reforms.
Why It Matters: India's primary markets are robust, but shareholder exits via OFS transactions outpace new capital infusion.
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