India's IPO market sees record Rs 84,400 crore fundraising in H1 FY27
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Capital markets & SEBI· Prelims·
Capital mobilization and primary market depth: a key GS3 economic development topic.
Why in news
Grant Thornton Bharat reported a record Rs 84,400 crore fundraising in India's IPO market during H1 FY27, driven by a sharp acceleration in the second quarter.
Background
India's IPO market raised Rs 84,400 crore in H1 FY27, with 94% of this capital raised in Q2 alone. Financial services companies accounted for 43% of the total capital raised during the first half.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTotal IPO fundraising in H1 FY27 reached Rs 84,400 crore.
- Fact71 mainboard companies entered public markets in H1 FY27.
- FactFinancial services companies accounted for 43% of the total capital raised in H1 FY27.
- FactCapital goods companies led issuance volumes with 15 IPOs.
- FactDomestic institutional investors recorded net equity inflows of Rs 1,69,400 crore in Q2 FY27.
Prelims practice question
With reference to India's IPO market in H1 FY27, consider the following statements:
- Domestic institutional investors recorded net equity inflows of Rs 1,69,400 crore in Q2 FY27.
- The total IPO fundraising reached Rs 84,400 crore during the first half of the fiscal year.
- Financial services companies accounted for 50% of the total capital raised in H1 FY27.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)2 only
- (b)1 and 2 only
- (c)1 and 3 only
- (d)1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: (b) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: They accounted for 43% of the total capital raised.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors contributing to the increasing depth and resilience of India's domestic primary equity market despite fluctuations in benchmark indices.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Domestic liquidity: Significant net equity inflows from domestic institutional investors providing a buffer against volatile market indices.
- Sectoral concentration: High capital mobilization in financial services and capital goods reflecting specific industrial investment trends.
- Retail participation: Rising retail oversubscription levels indicating broadening investor base and increased market depth.
Keywords: Primary Market · IPO · Capital Mobilization · Domestic Institutional Investors · Retail Oversubscription · Market Depth
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