Last mentioned: Mar 12, 2026
Final Bidding Day
The bidding process concludes; market watches for a late surge from QIBs and HNIs.
Day 2 Progress
Subscription reaches 42% as retail interest begins to build, though institutional participation remains low.
IPO Opening
Rajputana Stainless opens its Rs 255 crore initial public offering to the public.
As global equity markets face renewed turbulence, historical data reinforces the premise that long-term investors who resist the urge to liquidate during downturns consistently outperform market timers. This briefing examines the mechanics of market recoveries and the strategic value of maintaining exposure during periods of heightened volatility.
The Rs 255 crore Rajputana Stainless IPO entered its final day of bidding with a cumulative subscription of 42% by the end of Day 2. Despite steady retail interest, the issue is struggling with a modest grey market premium of just Rs 2, signaling cautious investor sentiment.
As of February 18, 2026, the Bitcoin market is gripped by 'extreme fear,' a psychological state that historically precedes major price rallies. Analysts suggest this sentiment could be the catalyst for a breakout toward a $150,000 price target later this year.
Wells Fargo analysts estimate that $150 billion in U.S. tax refunds will hit consumer accounts by late March 2024, potentially reviving retail 'YOLO' trading. This massive liquidity injection is expected to flow into Bitcoin and high-momentum stocks, echoing the speculative fervor of the pandemic era.
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