Kreditbee has achieved unicorn status after raising $280 million. This funding round values the digital lending startup at $1.5 billion. The company is preparing for a public listing. It plans to complete its merger and formally begin its initial public offering process soon. Kreditbee is diversifying its lending products and investing in new technology.

India's markets regulator has provided a special extension for public offers. This move comes as companies deferred their share issuance plans due to the ongoing Middle East war and market volatility. The extension is valid until September 30. Companies will also receive leeway on minimum public shareholding requirements until the same date.

IIFCL has exposure of about Rs 3,000 crore across nine InvITs as of March 31, 2026.

India's primary market activity picked up sharply in March 2026, with as many as 38 companies filing preliminary IPO papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

India’s IPO market scaled a historic peak in FY26, but beneath the record fundraising lies a clear cooling in investor appetite, weaker listing gains, and a broader slowdown in capital mobilisation.

Six companies, including SAEL Industries and Vishvaraj Environment, have secured Sebi's approval for their Initial Public Offerings. These firms are set to raise approximately Rs 10,000 crore. The approvals were granted between March 25-27, paving the way for their maiden public offerings. Jindal Supreme India has withdrawn its IPO plan.

Billionaire banker Uday Kotak has increased his stake in Infina Finance Private Limited through his family trust, KF Trust, acquiring an 8.99% stake for Rs 375.35 crore.

SBI Funds Management and Manipal Hospitals are gearing up to file their draft IPO prospectuses by the end of March, aiming for combined fundraising exceeding $1 billion. SBI Funds' issue is expected to be an offer for sale worth ₹12,000-13,000 crore, potentially valuing the asset manager between ₹1.3-1.5 lakh crore.

Jio Platforms has appointed 17 investment banks, including global giants, to manage its upcoming IPO, signaling the formal start of preparations for what could be India's largest-ever listing. This move follows regulatory clarity on minimum public shareholding norms, allowing companies with high valuations to list with a lower initial float.

Reliance Industries Ltd. is preparing to file a draft red herring prospectus for its telecom unit, Jio Platforms Ltd., by the end of this month. The company has appointed 17 bankers to manage the potential IPO, which could be India's largest ever.

​The regulator last year proposed to halve the minimum amount of shares large ‌companies had ⁠to offer ⁠in their IPOs, allowing those valued at above 5 trillion rupees ($57 ​billion) after listing to sell just 2.5% of their paid-up capital.

India emerged as a $5.2 trillion equity market in 2025, raising around ₹1.76 trillion through IPOs during the year, according to a report by Uniqus Consultech and Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association. The report highlights strong primary market activity, sustained domestic participation and steady capital flows across sectors as key drivers of growth.

Flipkart IPO: Flipkart is moving towards a public listing. Banks will be invited to pitch for work on its potential initial public offering as early as next month. The e-commerce giant, backed by Walmart, is gauging investor appetite for a listing in Mumbai. An IPO could occur later this year or in early 2027. Proceeds will fund business expansion.

India entered 2026 with one of the largest IPO pipelines on record, with more than 190 companies either approved by or awaiting clearance from the Securities and Exchange Board of India to raise over Rs 2.5 lakh crore from the market.

Private equity investors face challenges in India due to currency depreciation and high taxes. The Indian rupee has weakened against the dollar. Capital gains tax also impacts returns. While India's growth outlook is strong, these factors limit investor gains. Fund managers must focus on operational improvements to boost returns. India's lower leverage positions it better against macro shocks.

The share of banks in total funding to the commercial sector rose to about 63% during the April–January period of FY26, up from nearly 51% in FY25. The reversal comes as banks transmitted policy rate cuts and improved liquidity conditions more swiftly to borrowers, reducing lending rates more sharply than movements seen in corporate bond yields.

Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery are merging. This creates a giant media company with a combined debt of $79 billion. Their streaming services like Paramount+ and HBO Max will unite. This move aims to challenge Netflix's dominance. The deal is expected to save over $6 billion in costs. This merger will reshape the entertainment landscape.

Sebi plans to boost the corporate bond market this year. New credit bond indices and derivatives will be introduced with the RBI. The regulator aims to increase liquidity and investor involvement. Efforts will focus on improving secondary market trading and expanding issuer participation. Retail awareness and access to bonds will also be enhanced.

India Inc. is expected to sustain year‑on‑year revenue growth of 8-10 per cent in Q4 FY26 and expand operating profit margins by 50-75 basis points, supported by firm rural demand and a gradual urban consumption recovery, a report said on Thursday.

Vedanta Resources has raised $350 million from global banks. This financing will cover upcoming debt payments and interest costs. The deal involves lenders like First Abu Dhabi Bank, Mashreq Bank, Standard Chartered, Deutsche Bank, and JPMorgan. Twin Star Holdings, a family trust, is the guarantor. This move strengthens Vedanta's credit profile after a period of stress.