NSE Said to Seek Up to $55 Billion Valuation in Record India IPO
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A $55B IPO for India’s NSE would crystallize how much value has accrued to market infrastructure in high-growth economies. If you operate in India’s capital markets, expect more scrutiny on fees, data products, and tech modernization once public investors are in the loop.
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