The Indian equity market faced pressure this week due to rising geopolitical tensions and mixed global cues, causing a majority of new-age tech stocks to end in the red.
24 out of 33 new-age tech stocks declined while 9 gained, resulting in a $4 Bn decrease in the cumulative market cap of these companies.
FirstCry was the biggest loser, with shares dropping 8.88% this week, followed by other companies like MobiKwik, Eternal, and Swiggy.
Despite some losses, shares of Fino Payments Bank and Nazara Technologies gained, while ixigo emerged as the top gainer with a 9.33% rise in share value.
ArisInfra filed for an INR 500 Cr IPO, and the broader market saw a decline with Sensex and Nifty 50 ending lower amidst geopolitical tensions.
Nazara witnessed positive developments, including acquisitions, while Paytm's shares dipped due to uncertainty around MDR levy on UPI transactions.
The market will be cautious amid high valuations and geopolitical risks, with a focus on the upcoming US Fed meeting for further cues.