Paytm’s Retail Shareholding Declines for 5th Straight Quarter Despite Rising Mutual Fund Holding

Retail investors continued reducing their positions in Paytm for a fifth consecutive quarter, with data revealing a steady decline. Meanwhile, domestic mutual funds have raised their stake, showing contrasting institutional confidence in the fintech firm.

Retail Shareholding in Paytm Falls to 9.73% in June 2025

As of June 30, 2025, Paytm had 8.93 lakh small retail shareholders, compared to 9.45 lakh in March. This marks a clear drop in retail participation from the previous quarter and a continuation of a five-quarter downward trend. 

The percentage of retail shareholding declined to 9.73% from 10.41%. From 12.05 lakh shareholders in March 2024 to 8.93 lakh in June 2025, the data speaks to waning retail interest in the stock.

Consistent Growth in Mutual Fund Holdings

While retail investors sold off, mutual funds increased their stake from 13.11% in March to 13.86% by June 2025. Mirae Asset Mutual Fund held the highest at 3.2%, followed by Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund at 2.61%, Nippon Mutual Fund at 2.55% and Bandhan Mutual Fund at 1.02%. 

Foreign Portfolio Investor Stake Also Slips

Foreign portfolio investors also marginally reduced their shareholding, from 55.38% in March to 54.87% in June. While the dip isn't sharp, it follows the trend of reduced foreign interest, alongside retail exits.

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One97 Communications Share Price Performance

On July 14, 2025, One97 Communications share price opened at ₹943.00 on NSE, below the previous close of ₹951.15. During the day, it surged to ₹979.85 and dipped to ₹935.10. The stock is trading at ₹975.20 as of 1:24 PM. The stock registered a significant gain of 2.53%.

Over the past week, it has moved up by 7.04%, over the past month, it has moved up by 11.15%, and over the past 3 months, it has moved up by 16.07%.

Conclusion

Paytm continues to witness declining retail participation, signalling cautious retail sentiment. Conversely, domestic mutual funds have increased holdings, suggesting a belief in the company's longer-term narrative. Share performance remains below IPO levels, despite recent quarterly gains.

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