Weekly Market Digest (8th – 14th August 2025)
This week was buzzing with IPO activity, regulatory updates, and big moves in the unlisted space. From Tata Capital’s IPO filing to NSE’s retail investor surge, here are the top highlights you should not miss.
1. Tata Capital Files for IPO
Tata Capital, backed by Tata Sons, filed draft papers for its much-awaited IPO. The company plans to issue 210 million fresh shares and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of up to 265.8 million shares by Tata Sons and IFC. The funds will be used to expand its lending business. The IPO is being managed by leading investment banks like Kotak Mahindra Capital, BNP Paribas, and Citi.
2. JSW Cement IPO Fully Subscribed; Strong Market Debut
JSW Cement’s ₹3,600 crore IPO received full subscription by Day 3, showing strong investor interest. The stock debuted 4% above its issue price, raising its market valuation to $2.38 billion. Proceeds will go toward setting up a new cement plant in Rajasthan, strengthening JSW Group’s supply chain advantage.
3. RSB Retail Files ₹1,500 Cr DRHP
Hyderabad-based RSB Retail, a multi-format apparel retailer, has filed a Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) for a ₹1,500 crore IPO. The company plans to use the raised funds to expand its retail footprint and strengthen financial stability.
4. SEBI Proposes Wider Investor Access to REITs & InvITs
SEBI is considering expanding the scope of “strategic investors” in REITs and InvITs to include public and pension funds. This move is expected to widen institutional participation in India’s real estate and infrastructure investments.
5. NSE Retail Investors Quadruple Ahead of IPO
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has seen a fourfold increase in retail investor participation in its unlisted shares, with over 1 lakh new investors entering ahead of its IPO. This reflects strong confidence in NSE’s growth story.
6. OpenAI Eyes $500B Valuation via Share Sale
On the global front, OpenAI is planning an employee share sale that could value the company at $500 billion, up from its current $300 billion valuation. This highlights how rapidly AI-driven companies are gaining traction, a trend closely watched by Indian investors.
7. Study: Only 1 in 3 IPOs Outperform
A new study shows that only 32% of new-age IPOs outperform market benchmarks in the short term. Pre-IPO investors fared slightly better with 43% success, especially when exiting after the 6-month lock-in period. This underlines the importance of strategic entry timing in IPOs.
8. Adani’s Copper Smelter Applies for LME Listing
Adani’s $1.2 billion copper smelter in Kutch has applied to list its brand on the London Metal Exchange (LME). If approved, it would improve tradeability and financing options for India’s largest single-location copper smelter.
9. ICICI Bank Treasury Chief Joins Securities Arm
ICICI Bank announced a leadership reshuffle with its long-time treasury head moving to ICICI Securities to lead corporate finance and investment banking. This shift strengthens ICICI’s investment banking presence, especially in the unlisted securities domain.
10. SEBI Warns Against Unregistered Platforms
SEBI has again cautioned investors against using unauthorized online platforms for trading unlisted securities. The regulator emphasized that trading should only happen via SEBI-approved channels to ensure safety and compliance.
11. Radhakishan Damani’s NSE Holding at ₹9,300 Cr
Ace investor Radhakishan Damani’s 1.58% stake in NSE is now valued at around ₹9,300 crore in the unlisted market. This is his second-largest holding and highlights the massive upside potential of NSE’s upcoming IPO.
12. SK Finance Plans ₹2,200 Cr IPO
Jaipur-based SK Finance, an NBFC specializing in SME lending, is preparing a ₹2,200 crore IPO (₹500 crore fresh issue + ₹1,700 crore OFS). The move reflects increasing investor interest in India’s SME financing sector.
Why This Week Matters
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IPO activity spanned multiple sectors – from financial services to cement and retail.
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SEBI’s proposals on REITs/InvITs could open doors for larger global funds.
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Unlisted shares like NSE and Tata Capital are seeing massive retail participation.
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Global benchmarks like OpenAI’s valuation surge show how quickly tech-driven companies can grow.
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