NSE IPO issues to be resolved soon and we will move forward: SEBI Chief

IANS May 22, 2025 232 views

SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey has expressed confidence that the pending issues surrounding the National Stock Exchange's IPO will be resolved soon. The regulator is working closely with NSE to address regulatory concerns and ensure a smooth process. NSE's Managing Director Ashish Kumar Chauhan highlighted India's remarkable market growth, noting that market capitalization has expanded 120 times since 1994. Despite global uncertainties, India's capital markets continue to demonstrate strong performance and investor resilience.

"We will soon go ahead with it. NSE and SEBI are in discussions." - Tuhin Kanta Pandey, SEBI Chairman
New Delhi, May 22: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Chairman, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, on Thursday said that the pending issues surrounding the National Stock Exchange (NSE) initial public offering (IPO) will be resolved soon, and the regulator will move forward with the process.

Key Points

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SEBI working closely to address NSE IPO regulatory concerns

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India now fourth-largest equity market globally

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Market capitalization grew 120x since 1994

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Investor confidence shows economic resilience

Speaking to the media on the sidelines of Assocham's event here, Pandey said, “We will soon go ahead with it. NSE and SEBI are in discussions. They are resolving the issues. I am very hopeful that it will be done soon and we will move forward.”

When asked about a specific timeline, the SEBI chief said he couldn’t commit to a date but added, “All the outstanding issues will be resolved, and we will move forward. Can't give you the timeline, but I think we should soon be doing it.”

He also mentioned that SEBI and NSE are working closely to address regulatory concerns and ensure a smooth IPO process.

At the Assocham event, NSE Managing Director and CEO, Ashish Kumar Chauhan, highlighted the strong performance of India’s capital markets, saying they reflect the broader economic strength and resilience of the country.

Chauhan noted that India has now become the fourth-largest equity market in the world.

“India’s market capitalisation has grown more than 120 times since 1994 when NSE began operations. Today, it stands at approximately Rs 440 lakh crore or $5.1 trillion,” he told the gathering.

He added that the market capitalisation of NSE-listed companies has increased nearly six-fold in the last 11 years, and the market cap-to-GDP ratio has doubled from 60 per cent in FY14 to 124 per cent in FY25.

This, according to Chauhan, shows the deepening of India’s capital market and rising investor confidence.

Chauhan also pointed out that despite global uncertainties -- such as trade tensions, slowdowns in developed markets, and geopolitical risks -- India has stood out as a ‘beacon of stability and opportunity.’

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Finally some good news! NSE IPO has been delayed for too long. This will be a game-changer for Indian markets and retail investors. Hope SEBI ensures complete transparency in the process. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
$5.1 trillion market cap! That's incredible growth. But I hope SEBI doesn't rush the NSE IPO just because of these positive numbers. Proper regulations must be in place first.
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Amit S.
As someone who started investing during COVID, I've seen markets grow like anything. NSE IPO will be my first big investment if priced reasonably. Fingers crossed! 🤞
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Sanjana T.
The market cap-to-GDP ratio doubling is impressive, but shouldn't we be cautious about potential bubbles? SEBI needs to ensure retail investors don't get burned in this euphoria.
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Vikram J.
"Beacon of stability" - so true! While global markets are struggling, India shining bright. NSE IPO will attract more foreign investment too. Great time for Indian economy.
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Neha P.
Hope they give preference to small investors in the IPO allotment. Big players always grab most shares while common people get very little. SEBI should ensure fair distribution.

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