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IRFC shares in focus as government won’t exercise greenshoe option in OFS; retail participation opens today
IRFC shares are in focus after the government chose not to exercise the greenshoe option in its OFS amid undersubscription from institutional investors. While retail bidding opens today, the PSU continues to report steady financial performance, with record quarterly profit and improving margins despite a marginal dip in revenue.

IRFC shares in focus after government choses to not use greenshoe option in OFS
The portion reserved for non-retail investors in the IRFC Offer For Sale (OFS) was subscribed 95% on Wednesday, according to data on the BSE.

CRIF High Mark shows India’s retail credit market surges 18% in Q3 FY26
India’s retail credit hit ₹162.7 lakh crore in Q3 FY26, up 18%, with CRIF High Mark noting improved asset quality, bigger loan sizes, NBFC dominance, and expanding credit beyond metros.

IRFC OFS opens today; Govt to divest 2% stake — check floor price
The government will sell a 2% stake in Indian Railway Finance Corporation through an Offer for Sale at a floor price of ₹104, with a 2% green shoe option, as non-retail bidding opens February 25.
Sebi cautions against scams, mis-selling amid rising retail participation
"General awareness about securities markets is merely the first step in the knowledge ladder. There is a gap between awareness and informed participation," Pandey said

Gaudium IVF IPO: Issue subscribed 0.90 times on Day 1; retail portion fully booked, GMP signals healthy debut
Gaudium IVF and Women Health's IPO opened on February 20, attracting significant investor interest with 0.87 times subscription. The company aims to raise ₹165 crore for expansion and operational needs. The listing is planned for February 27, 2026, with shares priced between ₹75-79.

Rule changes boost retail bond market access, says NSDL CEO
Vijay Chandok, MD & CEO of NSDL says OBPP regulations, lower ticket size and digital platforms are driving retail participation in India’s bond market, with issuances rising steadily.
Nestle, Britannia among 4 high-conviction FMCG and retail picks from Axis Direct, here’s why
Axis Direct has recommended four high-conviction FMCG and retail stocks post Q3 earnings, including Nestle India, Britannia, DOMS Industries and V-Mart Retail. The brokerage sees up to 32% upside, driven by strong demand recovery, expansion strategies, improving margins and favourable macro factors such as GST reforms and rural consumption trends.

FPI stake hits 15-year low on Dalal Street: Is it a boon or bane for retail investors? Explained
According to Pranav Haldea, Managing Director, PRIME Database Group, the balance of ownership in Indian equities is tilting inward, reinforcing the market’s growing atmanirbharta (self-reliance), as MFs alone seem set to overtake FPIs in the coming quarters.
Sebi’s lower social-impact entry bar raises retail mis-selling concerns - Mint
Sebi’s lower social-impact entry bar raises retail mis-selling concernsMint
Sebi’s lower social-impact entry bar raises retail mis-selling concerns
Market participants are concerned that the lack of awareness about the segment can lead retail investors to not understand the nature of the product they are buying.

Nearly 60% of 2026
The Indian IPO market is experiencing a slowdown in 2026, with 31 listings so far amid weak retail demand and market volatility. Many companies are trading below their issue prices, leading to substantial losses for investors, highlighting a shift in market sentiment.