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Is India witnessing an IPO frenzy-or is the capital market simply maturing? In this episode of Capital Compass, Mint's capital markets podcast, Anisha Jain, Group Head Adfactors PR speaks to veteran banker Mahavir Lunawat, Founder of Pantomath Financial Services Group, to decode what's really happening in India's IPO market and what founders and investors should expect in 2026.
From record liquidity and rising Demat participation to governance standards, IPO valuations, promoter exits, and why many IPOs trade below listing price, this conversation breaks down the myths versus realities of India's primary markets. Mahavir explains why India still has massive headroom for IPO-led capital formation and why long-term investing culture matters more than listing-day gains.
Whether you're a startup founder considering an IPO, a retail investor tracking new listings, or a market professional analyzing capital flows, this episode offers a grounded, data-backed view of India's IPO ecosystem.
Highlights:
Is the IPO market overheated or underpenetrated?
How much liquidity is actually chasing IPOs?
Are IPOs just promoter exit routes?
Why many IPOs fall post-listing
What founders must fix before going public
Capital market outlook for 2026
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