🟢 At a Glance:
Every IPO these days drops with cinematic trailer-level hype. Oversubscribed in minutes. Listing gains like they’re startup unicorns. But 30 days later? Silent exits, red candles, and confused investors. Just like Tinder: good first impression, poor follow-up. SEBI might regulate disclosures, but can they regulate heartbreak?
🎬 Scene 1: The Trailer is Better Than the Movie
Let’s talk about how IPOs are pitched now:
- ✨ “Disruptive tech-enabled platform”
- 💹 “Scalable asset-light B2B2C model”
- 💰 “100x TAM opportunity in rural tier 2 SaaS adjacents”
Reality:
- Distributor of LED bulbs to 3 wholesalers in Jaipur
- Already had 2 directors quit before listing
Like a hot Tinder bio that says:
Yoga, Travel, Growth Mindset 💫 — but won’t reply after you match.
🧻 The SME IPO Craze is Now a Meme
| IPO | Listing Gain | 30-day Return | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| VeryFancy Fintech | +40% | -28% | Ghosted |
| Something Tech Ltd | +120% | -45% | No Reply Since Listing |
| BiryaniChain IPO | +80% | -67% | Still Frying |
| Midcap Motors | +7% | -4% | Seen Zone |
SMEs are the new catfishes.
They look glamorous during subscription. But when earnings season comes? No calls. No results. Just vibes.
📈 Why Do People Keep Swiping (Investing)?
- Adrenaline Rush:
- The listing pop feels like a match notification.
- You feel chosen. Special. Lucky.
- Fear of Missing Out:
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