Synopsis: Shares of Meesho slipped 5% after the one-month lock-in expiry freed nearly 109.9 million shares (about 2% equity) worth roughly Rs. 1,997 crore, increasing supply and triggering short-term selling pressure.
The company operates an app-based marketplace that connects sellers with end consumers, offering products across categories such as fashion, electronics, home and kitchen, health and fitness, and office supplies is now in the spotlight after it hit 5% lower circuit in today’s market session.
With a market capitalisation of Rs. 78,167 cr, the shares of Meesho Ltd are currently at Rs. 173.20 per share, locked at 5% lower circuit in today’s trading session, from its previous close of Rs. 182.30 per share.
What’s the News
Shares of newly listed e-commerce company Meesho came under pressure as the one-month shareholder lock-in expired on January 7, leading to a decline of up to 5% intraday.
With the lock-in ending, about 109.9 million shares, representing nearly 2% of the company’s equity and valued at roughly Rs. 1,997 crore, became free for trading. The fall was largely attributed to short-term sentiment, as the expiry allowed a portion of previously restricted shares to become eligible for trading, increasing supply in the market.
About the company & IPO details
Meesho Ltd is an Indian social commerce platform that enables small businesses and individual entrepreneurs to sell products online primarily through social media channels such as WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. By offering a zero-commission model and end-to-end logistics support, Meesho has helped millions of sellers reach customers across India, especially in tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
As of September 30, 2025, total income stood at Rs. 5,857.7 crore. On the profitability front, losses declined to Rs. 700.7 crore in September 2025, suggesting better cost control in recent months. EBITDA losses stood Rs. 551.9 crore, indicating near-term operating pressure. Total assets declined to Rs. 6,640.4 crore in September 2025 from Rs. 7,226.1 crore in March 2025
The stock listed on the BSE on December 10, 2025 at Rs. 161.20, representing a premium of around 45% over its IPO issue price of Rs. 111. Following the listing, it rallied a further 58% to hit an all-time high of Rs. 254.65 on the BSE.
The company’s over Rs. 5,000 crore IPO saw exceptional demand, being subscribed 79 times overall, reflecting robust investor confidence in the platform’s growth story.
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