IPOs in India
The Retail Investor Boom
Demat accounts multiplied, and retail participation in IPOs and the stock market surged, raising both opportunity and caution.
More Indians own shares than ever.
Growth
Demat accounts grew from around four crore to well over ten crore between 2019 and 2024.
Drivers
Easy apps, UPI, low brokerage and social media.
Concerns
Speculation, leverage and losses in derivatives trading.
Protection
SEBI pushes investor education and safeguards.
A first IPO
A young investor applies through a mobile app in minutes.
Confusing easy access with easy profits
Risks remain.
Key takeaways
- Demat accounts multiplied.
- Apps and UPI helped.
- Speculation is a concern.
- SEBI promotes safeguards.
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