26/08/2026
IPO Gains Are Cooling. So Where Are Sophisticated Investors Looking Next?
IPO markets continue to attract attention, but something interesting is happening behind the scenes.
Family offices are increasingly exploring pre-IPO and unlisted companies looking to invest before a company reaches the public market.
Recent deals involving prominent family offices, including Premji Invest and the SUN PHARMA promoters’ family office, highlight the growing interest in this space.
Why the shift?
Average IPO listing gains reportedly fell from 28% in FY25 to around 8% in FY26.
For large investors, pre-IPO opportunities can offer access to businesses at an earlier stage, potentially at valuations that may look more attractive than post-listing prices.
But there is another side to the story.
Pre-IPO investing also comes with higher risks, including limited liquidity, less public information, valuation uncertainty and no guarantee of a successful listing.
The bigger takeaway?
The investment landscape is evolving. Investors are increasingly looking beyond the traditional IPO route and exploring opportunities earlier in a company's journey.
At Vishwas Fincap, we believe the right investment decision starts with understanding the opportunity, the valuation and the risk, not simply chasing potential returns.
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Do you think pre-IPO investing will become a bigger part of India's investment landscape, or do the additional risks outweigh the potential rewards?