As many as 14 listed companies will see shareholder lock-in periods expire this week, making shares worth around ₹13,763 crore eligible for trading. The list includes some of the largest and most talked-about IPOs of 2025, such as Meesho, Tata Capital, LG Electronics India, and WeWork India.
It is important to understand that a lock-in expiry only allows shares to be traded. It does not mean that all unlocked shares will be sold immediately.
Lock-in periods are designed to prevent early investors from selling their shares immediately after listing. When these periods end, shares become eligible for trading and early investors may choose to book profits. While people believe that this can lead to an increase in short-term price volatility, the actual market impact depends on stock performance, valuations, and overall market sentiment.
The one-month lock-in period of Meesho ends on Wednesday, January 7, with 109.9 million shares (2% of equity) becoming tradable, valued at ₹1,973 crore. The stock is up 60% from its issue price, though it has corrected from its peak.
The largest IPO of 2025, Tata Capital, will also see its three-month lock-in end on January 7. About 71.2 million shares worth ₹2,573 crore will unlock. The stock has recently moved above its issue price after trading sideways for months.
The lock-in period of LG Electronics India expires on Thursday, January 8. Around 15.2 million shares valued at ₹2,252 crore will become eligible for trading. Despite strong gains since listing, the stock is below its recent high.
WeWork India will see 8% of its equity unlock on Tuesday, with shares worth ₹637 crore becoming tradable. The stock is currently trading below its IPO price.
Several smaller companies will also see large portions of equity unlock, including Sambhv Steel Tubes, Globe Civil Projects, Crizac, and Bansal Wire Industries. In some cases, over 50% of outstanding shares will become eligible for trading, which could lead to higher volatility.
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The expiry of lock-in periods worth ₹13,763 crore marks an important phase for several 2025 IPOs. While share unlocks can increase supply in the market, price impact is not automatic. Investors should focus on fundamentals, valuations, and broader market trends rather than reacting only to lock-in expiry headlines.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Jan 5, 2026, 1:35 PM IST
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