IPO Frenzy In Focus: How To Pick Winners Amid The Flood | Aashish Somaiyaa

The IPO market emerged as one of the biggest investor frenzies in 2025, with record fund-raising of nearly ₹1.75 lakh crore, a surge in OFS-led issues and multiple startup listings. While expectations remain strong for continued IPO activity, nearly half of the year’s IPOs are now trading below their issue prices, raising concerns for investors. Market experts caution against generalising IPO outcomes, noting that broader market weakness has also pushed many listed stocks into negative territory. A selective, bottom-up approach is key—evaluating each IPO on its own fundamentals, valuation and business quality. As India’s economy expands, listings across sectors like chemicals, healthcare and financial services are widening the investable universe, offering long-term opportunities for discerning investors.