Meesho IPO Subscribed 79 Times as Big Institutions Bet Heavy on Future Growth Despite High Competition in E-Commerce

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Meesho made a blockbuster entry to the stock market on December 10, 2025. The Meesho share price opened at Rs. 162.50 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). That price represents a 46.4% premium over the IPO price of Rs. 111. The stock is listed at Rs. 161.20 on the BSE, a 45.23% premium. The performance crossed early market predictions and surprised many traders.

Strong Investor Appetite Drives Subscription


Investor demand powered the Meesho IPO. The public issue drew bids many times the shares on offer. The IPO subscribed 79.02 times across categories during the three-day offer. Qualified Institutional Buyers led demand with about 120.18 times subscription. Retail and non-institutional segments also showed strong interest.

The Meesho IPO created huge interest before the listing. The issue was recorded 79 times of oversubscription during the three days of bidding. Big institutions led demand. They subscribed to the issue more than 120 times. Retail and non-institutional investors also showed heavy interest and added strong momentum to the issue.

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IPO Size, Pricing, and Market Expectations


The total IPO size stood at Rs. 5,421 crore. The issue included a fresh share sale and an offer for sale. Anchor investors invested Rs. 2,439 crore before the issue opened for the public. Meesho fixed the price band at Rs. 105 to Rs. 111. This range valued the company close to Rs. 50,096 crore at the top end.

The grey market hinted at good gains before listing. The actual premium came in much higher. The strong debut showed trust in India’s e-commerce growth. It also showed rising confidence in new-age internet companies.

Market Reaction and Future Plans


Meesho shares climbed soon after the opening. The stock touched higher levels throughout the day and pushed the market value even further. Market experts praised the strong start. They also pointed out that long-term growth will depend on Meesho’s profit levels, strategy, and user expansion.

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Meesho plans to use the funds for technology upgrades, cloud systems, and brand building. Besides that, the company also aims to increase seller support and improve platform features. These steps target better growth, stronger reach, and a wider seller and shopper base.

Meesho’s listing on the stock exchange was a significant event for the company. Moreover, it affirmed the trend of successful IPOs that have recently come to the Indian market. The rise in Meesho’s stock price has resulted in immediate profits for the shareholders who were allotted shares. On the other hand, the long-term investors will now focus on the company's profits, cost management, and the level of competition in the crowded e-commerce market.

Meesho enters the listed space with strong numbers, high demand, and a bold start. The coming months will show how the company builds on this momentum.

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