Promoters and VCs Earn Lower Share from IPO Offer for Sale in CY26
Promoters and venture capitalists (VCs) of companies listed in the stock market up to July 2026 earned a lower share of the total Offer for Sale (OFS) component compared to the previous year. Their share reduced to 84% of the total OFS proceeds, amounting to ₹10,696 crore, down from 95.5% in CY25. While the overall OFS proceeds still constitute more than half (52%) of the total money garnered from the market, this indicates a shift. The report highlights that VCs' share in total OFS has significantly reduced from over 60% in 2023 to about 36% in 2026, while promoters consistently maintained a minimum of 30% share.
Key Points
- Promoters and VCs' share in Offer for Sale (OFS) proceeds from IPOs decreased to 84% in CY26 from 95.5% in CY25.
- The total OFS proceeds still account for over half (52%) of the money garnered from the market in CY26.
- VCs' share in total OFS has seen a significant reduction from 60% in 2023 to 36% in 2026.
- Promoters have consistently held at least a 30% share of total OFS proceeds over the last four years.
Exam Facts
- Data source: primedatabase.com
- Period: Up to July 2026
- Promoters and VCs' share in OFS (CY26): 84% (₹10,696 crore)
- Overall OFS share of total IPO proceeds (CY26): 52%
- VCs' share in total OFS (2023): >60%, (2026): ~36%
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