August witnessed an impressive spike in IPO activity, as ten offerings saw oversubscriptions of more than a hundred times. Leading the charge was Hy-Tech Engineers, garnering bids amounting to over two hundred forty-four times its share allocation. This enthusiastic investor response not only shattered previous monthly records but also positioned 2026 as a standout year for IPOs, matching the fervor last recorded in 2024.

In August, a majority of newly listed IPOs saw a successful debut, outpacing the broader market. Approximately ninety percent of these listings are still trading above their…

August saw twenty companies raise over twenty-one thousand crore rupees. Listing-day returns have significantly increased from a discount to a premium. Investors should not…