Groww, a profitable new-age tech startup in India, has made a confidential IPO filing, attracting attention after acquiring Fisdom.Expectations are high for Groww's IPO, being the first investment tech startup to bid for a public listing.Having diversified into asset management, ETFs, wealth management, and loans, Groww turned profitable in FY21 and is currently valued at $7 Bn.With a large user base and revenue growth, Groww aims to launch new products and focus on insurance besides investments.Groww's IPO, expected in 2026, aims to raise $700 Mn at a valuation of $6-8 Bn, with a focus on long-term AMC business strategy.The confidential IPO filing by Groww allows control over disclosing financials and avoids early public scrutiny.Competitive scrutiny and adaptation to market dynamics are crucial for Groww's success post IPO.Growing IPO wariness among public market investors for new-age tech stocks suggests challenges for companies like Groww.Retail investors will focus on Groww's performance post-listing, emphasizing delivery over IPO process details.Recent market trends show varying financial performances and preparations for IPOs in the tech and retail sectors.