High returns, govt support pushes AIFs to explore SME-focused IPOs

The high returns from Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in recent years, coupled with government support for the sector, have encouraged Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to explore this growth potential.

AIF is a fund established or incorporated in India which is a privately pooled investment vehicle.

Paradise Moon Investment Fund, an AIF, has announced its launch with the aim of raising Rs 750 crore over the next few years, targeting investors looking to leverage the growth of the SME market pre and post-IPOs.

The fund aims to provide investors with a unique opportunity to tap into the growing potential of the Indian stock market and capitalize on the dynamic landscape of SME IPOs, an official said.

Approximately 900 SMEs have been listed on the SME platforms of both the National Stock Exchange and the BSE, with significant traction observed over the past 2-3 years.

We seek to invite investment in Category 1 Alternative Investment Fund (AIF