Getting an allotment in an SME IPO can feel like winning a lottery, so it’s wise to book profits on the listing day. In 2024, two-thirds of the 166 SME IPOs have yielded at least a 50% return, with 67 doubling investors’ money, often on Day 1. However, after the initial surge, many investors flipped shares, and about 72 of these IPOs are now trading below their listing day closing prices, with losses reaching up to 69%, according to Prime Database.
Govt to sell up to 6% stake in Hindustan Copper via OFS; floor price at 10% discount
The government will sell a 3% stake in Hindustan Copper through an OFS at Rs 514 per share, with an option to divest another 3%.
August 24, 2026