Understanding Unlisted Share Price: A Practical Guide for Investors
Unlisted shares have become a popular way for investors to participate in the growth story of promising companies before they hit the stock exchange. As interest in pre-IPO opportunities increases, one question keeps coming up again and again: how is unlisted share price decided, and what should investors look at before investing? This guide breaks it down in simple language so you can evaluate opportunities more confidently and avoid common mistakes. What Are Unlisted Shares? Unlisted shares are equity shares of companies that are not listed on any stock exchange like NSE or BSE. These are typically: Pre-IPO companies planning to list in the future Subsidiaries of listed companies Established private companies backed by institutions or HNIs You usually access these shares through specialized platforms, dealers, or networks that facilitate buying and selling between existing shareholders and new investors. Because they don’t trade on an exchange, there is no single officia...