3rd May 2026 | IPO Market Pulse

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03 May, 2026

📊 Daily Reporter 03 May, 2026

3rd May 2026 | IPO Market Pulse

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Recent IPO Updates

Proxy firms urge RBI to reject Tata Sons' request to avoid NBFC status. Under the 2026 rules, the holding company may be forced to conduct a mandatory IPO worth ₹1.75 trillion (₹1,75,000 Crore).

Three major issues will open for subscription next week, targeting a combined ₹3,491 Crore. Key offerings include the Bagmane Prime Office REIT mainboard IPO and SME issues from Value 360 Communications and Recode Studios.

P.E. & Funding Updates

AIoT startup Ubiqedge raised ₹10 Crore in a seed round led by Piper Serica. The capital will boost their edge-computing R&D, targeting the growing ₹ multi-billion smart device market.

Palo Alto Networks is reportedly finalizing the acquisition of AI infrastructure firm Portkey. The deal could value the startup at approximately ₹1,170 Crore ($140 million).

Mumbai-based health marketplace HyugaLife raised ₹100 Crore in a Series A round led by IvyCap Ventures. Backed by cricketer KL Rahul, the startup will use the capital to enhance AI-driven personalization and expand its dark store network.

Business & Economic Updates

In FY26, Invest India facilitated 60 projects worth ₹51,000 Crore ($6.1 billion). European firms contributed 42% of this capital, significantly boosting industrial employment in Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.

The Government clarified that Indian entities require no prior approval for investments in BRICS-led banks. This eases capital outflow for strategic financial cooperation within the ₹ multi-trillion bloc economy.

Domestic cash market turnover hit a 21-month high today. Surging retail participation and institutional flows have pushed daily trading volumes toward the ₹1.2 trillion (₹1.2 Lakh Crore) mark

Nvidia’s venture into physical AI has triggered a massive rally in Asian tech stocks. Regional partners now account for 90% of production costs, driving multi-billion rupee gains for suppliers.

India's CEA warns that the West Asia conflict could push the Current Account Deficit above 2% of GDP. Rising oil prices necessitate increased investment to stabilise the Indian Rupee (₹).

India and Nepal have drafted a roadmap for the Kosi and Gandak projects. This ₹ multi-crore infrastructure plan focuses on flood control and irrigation to secure bilateral agricultural interests.

The Government has notified 100% FDI in the insurance sector via the automatic route. This landmark move aims to attract global capital worth ₹ hundreds of billions to deepen market penetration.

An IMF paper highlights that India’s digitalization reforms have significantly enhanced MSME productivity. These digital tools have streamlined operations for units contributing over ₹35 trillion (₹35 Lakh Crore) to the GDP.

Union Minister JP Nadda emphasized turning global crises into opportunities. He urged industries to strengthen domestic supply chains to reduce import bills and boost the "Make in India" valuation by ₹ Billions.

The Australian envoy stated that both nations (India and Australia) can significantly expand trade in goods and services. Current bilateral trade, valued at over ₹2.5 trillion (₹2.5 Lakh Crore), is poised for a high-growth trajectory.

Vikram Doraiswami has arrived in Beijing to assume charge as India's new envoy. His primary mission is to navigate complex diplomatic ties and stabilize the multi-billion rupee bilateral trade relationship.

CEA V. Anantha Nageswaran warned that the West Asia conflict could push India's Current Account Deficit (CAD) above 2% of GDP in FY27 due to elevated oil prices and logistics costs.

Governor Sanjay Malhotra stated that India’s fundamentals remain robust with a projected 6.9% growth for 2026-27, though he flagged rising global public debt and tech sector valuations as risks.

Geopolitical Updates

India-Bangladesh ties have full-scale visa services resumed, ending a months-long diplomatic chill. This move facilitates easier travel and strengthens economic connectivity between New Delhi and the new administration in Dhaka. India-Bangladesh ties have full-scale visa services resumed, ending a months-long diplomatic chill. This move facilitates easier travel and strengthens economic connectivity between New Delhi and the new administration in Dhaka.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed "Operation Sindoor" as a testament to India's resolve. He emphasized that the nation will no longer tolerate cross-border terrorism, prioritizing national security over rhetoric.

EAM S. Jaishankar’s stopover in Zurich highlights India's active global engagement. The visit to three Caribbean nations aims to bolster South-South cooperation and address shared geopolitical challenges.

Bilateral trade between India and the UAE crossed the $100 billion (₹8.36 trillion) mark in 2025-26 under the CEPA, establishing the UAE as a strategic commercial bridge for Indian exporters.

Source: Financial Express, Mint, Business Standard, Economic Times, Indian Startup News, Inc42, Entracker

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