India’s IPO boom is increasingly funding debt repayment over growth initiatives. Data reveals that nearly a quarter of funds raised in recent share sales are allocated to paying off borrowings, surpassing capital expenditure. This shift suggests companies are prioritizing balance sheet repair and liquidity for insiders rather than investing in new projects.
Market Wrap: Sensex falls 142 points, Nifty holds 23,900; HDFC Bank shares tumble 3%
Indian stock market closed in the red, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty falling up to 0.2% as Iran-US tensions simmered and rupee declined. Broader