Summary:

According to Ernst & Young (EY), India's primary markets remained resilient in Q1 2025, accounting for 22% of global IPO activity. Despite a drop in volume, the percentage of profitable IPOs increased, reflecting strong market fundamentals. A total of 62 initial public offerings on the NSE and BSE raised Rs. 23,844 crore (US$ 2.8 billion). Despite global market uncertainty, the report reaffirmed India’s status as a leading destination for public companies.

The report also highlighted the growing participation of retail investors, driven by more profitable IPOs, further indicating robust market fundamentals. Key sectors included Industrials, Real Estate, Hospitality, and Health & Life Sciences. Although overall IPO activity declined by 20%, deal sizes increased, signaling a strong pipeline of financially sound candidates. Hexaware Technologies' Rs. 8,516 crore IPO was the largest, underscoring the continued demand for technology-related IPOs. Additionally, M&A deal volumes reached an all-time high, further boosting investor confidence in India's financial landscape.

Source: IBEF 

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