Fractal Analytics, Park Medi, and two other companies experienced share price declines as the lock-in period for 3.6 crore shares expired on March 16. The release of these shares marked the start of a potential $72 billion unlock for 88 companies through 2026. The price drops were observed in Fractal Analytics, Aye Finance, Park Medi World, and Nephrocare Health Services following the expiration of their initial public offering (IPO) lock-in periods. The 3.6 crore shares, which were previously restricted from trading, are now available for sale, contributing to the anticipated market impact. The unlock of these shares is part of a broader trend where 88 companies are expected to release shares worth up to $72 billion by 2026. This development has raised concerns among investors about market volatility, as the increased supply of shares could pressure prices in the short term. Analysts noted that the price declines for the affected companies were in line with market reactions to the lock-in expiration. However, the long-term effects of this unlock remain uncertain, as it depends on factors such as investor sentiment, economic conditions, and the performance of the companies involved. The event highlights the significance of lock-in periods in IPOs, which are designed to stabilize share prices during the early stages of a company’s public listing. As these restrictions expire, the market faces a wave of share availability, testing the resilience of investor confidence.#fractal_analytics #nephrocare_health_services #park_medi #aye_finance #lock_in_period
Nine Stocks in Focus as Shareholder Lock-In Periods Expire This Week The shareholder lock-in period for several companies is set to expire this week, making their shares eligible for trading on the open market. Urban Company, ICICI Prudential Asset Management, Nephrocare Health Services, Park Medi World, and other firms are among the nine stocks drawing investor attention. Over 100 crore shares will become available for trading, according to reports from CNBC TV18. The expiry of the lock-in period does not guarantee immediate selling of shares by investors who participated in the initial public offering (IPO) round. Instead, it allows shareholders to trade their stakes on the open market, as per regulatory guidelines. This development follows the companies’ listings on Indian stock exchanges. The list of stocks to watch includes Urban Company, whose lock-in period ends on March 17, 2026. A total of 940.9 million shares, representing 66% of the outstanding stock, will be available for trading. Urban Company’s shares closed 3.84% lower at ₹110.01 after the previous market session, compared to ₹114.40. Park Medi World’s lock-in period expires on March 16, 2026, with 8.5 million shares (2% of outstanding shares) becoming tradable. The company’s stock closed 2.97% lower at ₹192.80, down from ₹198.71. Fractal Analytics will see 6.9 million shares (4% of outstanding stock) available for trading starting March 16. Its shares fell 6.26% to ₹794.10, compared to ₹847.10 the previous day. Nephrocare Health Services’ 2.8 million shares (3% of outstanding stock) will be tradable from March 16. The stock closed 4.01% lower at ₹537.55, down from ₹560. Aye Finance’s 17.6 million shares (7% of outstanding stock) will be eligible for trading on March 16. The stock ended 6.#urban_company #icici_prudential_asset_management #nephrocare_health_services #park_medi_world #fractal_analytics
