As the global economic landscape faces turmoil due to rising tariff tensions, India’s IPO market has surprisingly gone silent. From April 7 to April 15, there are no new Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) lined up, leaving both the main and SME segments in a state of inactivity. The only noteworthy events this week come from previously announced SME IPOs that are on the verge of listing.
SME Listings Bring Some Excitement
Despite the lull in fresh IPOs, the BSE SME platform has a bit of activity to offer. Three companies—Retaggio Industries, Infonative Solutions, and Spinaroo Commercial—are set to make their market debuts this week.
- Retaggio Industries will kick things off, with shares expected to hit the BSE SME on Monday, April 7.
- Following closely, Infonative Solutions and Spinaroo Commercial are finalizing their allotment basis and are likely to list on Tuesday, April 8.
This slight uptick in SME activity provides a glimmer of hope amid an otherwise quiet IPO season. The mainboard segment has been dormant for over a month, with the last IPO from Quality Power Electrical Equipments being listed on February 24.
Global Markets in Turmoil
The stillness in India’s IPO arena is reflective of a broader global trend. The recent implementation of reciprocal tariffs by US President Donald Trump, dubbed “Liberation Day,” has sent shockwaves through world stock markets.
Since the tariffs took effect on April 5, markets globally have experienced significant declines. From Wall Street to Dalal Street, investors are witnessing a sea of red.
Stock Market Declines Worldwide
The impact of these tariffs has been devastating, with major indices like the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and NASDAQ in the USA; FTSE 100 in the UK; DAX in Germany; and Nifty and Sensex in India all suffering notable losses. Trillions of dollars in market capitalization have vanished, leading many to label this downturn as a market catastrophe.
Indian Markets Feel the Pressure
India is not immune to these global pressures. As uncertainty rises, domestic investors are increasingly anxious. After a brief recovery in March, Indian equity benchmarks have resumed their downward trajectory. The Nifty 50 dropped by 2.61%, closing at 22,904.45, while the Sensex fell 2.65% to 75,364.69.
On Friday, the Nifty and Sensex saw declines of 1.5% and 1.2%, respectively. Over the week, the Sensex lost 2,050.23 points, while the Nifty saw a decline of 614.8 points.
In this environment of uncertainty, the old adage “When America sneezes, the world catches a cold” feels more relevant than ever, capturing the interconnectedness of global markets.
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