IPO Checklist for Founders: How Tier 2 & Tier 3 Companies Are Winning in Public Markets

Sponsored by Adfactors PRIndia’s capital markets are undergoing a structural transformation.In this episode of Capital Compass, powered by Adfactors PR and presented by Mint, host Anisha Jain speaks to Bhavesh Shah, MD & Head, Investment Banking, Equirus Capital on:Why India raised ₹6 lakh crore in just 5 years compared to ₹4 lakh crore in the previous two decadesWhether 2026 could see another ₹2 lakh crore IPO waveHow ₹30,000 crore per month in SIP inflows is reshaping market predictabilityWhy reliance on foreign institutional investors has reducedThe rise of Tier 2 & Tier 3 city founders in public marketsWhy manufacturing could drive India’s next fundraising cycleThe “Say–Do Ratio” every IPO-bound founder must followPrivate equity exits, OFS debates, and retail investor participationBhavesh explains why equity markets are becoming the most aligned form of capital, how mutual funds are driving discipline in IPO pricing, and why differentiation and governance matter more than ever.Watch the full conversation to understand what’s driving India’s primary markets and what investors should watch out for.Capital Compass brings you expert-led clarity on markets, policy and the economy - helping investors, professionals and business leaders make sense of complexity.Listen to the audio podcast on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and more.Watch more episodes on Mint's YouTube channelHave questions or suggestions? Write to us at [e-mail]#CapitalCompass #IPO2026 #IndianStockMarket #SIP #EquityMarkets #ManufacturingIndia #CapitalMarkets #Mint