Nykaa, Ather Energy, Ola Electric, and Other Startups: What Happened To Them After the IPO?

For many startups, the IPO is seen as the finish line. In reality, it is only the starting point. India’s new-age companies show that the first two years after listing often decide whether a stock becomes a long-term winner or struggles to hold investor confidence.
Why Do All Startups Not Perform Equally Well Post-Listing?
At the time of listing, valuations are driven by growth potential and future opportunity. Once listed, however, companies are judged quarter by quarter. Profitability, loss trends and execution quality start to matter more than ambitious projections. This shift explains why some startups have built wealth after listing, while others have seen their stocks stagnate or fall.
Which Indian Startups Have Turned Profitable Post-Listing Since 2021?
| Company | Year of IPO | Stock Price Change Since IPO (%) | Revenue Growth (%) | Status |
| Eternal | 2021 | +292% | 915% | Turned profitable |
| Policybazaar | 2021 | +96% | 461% | Turned profitable |
| Nykaa | 2021 | +34% | 226% | Profits up ~20% |
| Delhivery | 2022 | −15% | 145% | Turned profitable |
| Honasa Consumer | 2023 | −19% | 38% | Turned profitable |
Which Indian Startups Are Focusing on Expanding Margins Post-Listing Since 2021?
| Company | Year of IPO | Stock Price Change Since IPO (%) | Revenue Growth (%) | Loss Trend |
| Ather Energy | 2025 | +101% | 29% | Losses down ~23% |
| Paytm | 2021 | −39% | 146% | Losses down ~61% |
| FirstCry | 2024 | −37% | 18% | Losses down ~17% |
Companies Facing Post-Listing Pressure
| Company | Year of IPO | Stock Price Change Since IPO (%) | Revenue Growth (%) | Loss Trend |
| Swiggy | 2024 | +7% | 35% | Losses up ~33% |
| Ola Electric | 2024 | −52% | −2% | Losses up ~44% |
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Conclusion
The post-IPO phase is a reality check for startups. The first two years reveal whether growth is sustainable, losses are controllable and leadership is durable. As markets grow more disciplined, this period has become the clearest divide between long-term winners and wobblers.
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Published on: Dec 17, 2025, 10:06 AM IST

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