This has also affected unlisted shares. However, some stocks have remained stable, while others have shown good growth even during the recession.
The start of 2025 has been disappointing for the stock market. The continuous decline and selling by foreign investors have put a lot of pressure on the market. This has also affected unlisted shares. However, some stocks have remained stable, while others have shown good growth even during the recession.
Which stocks saw the biggest decline?
Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India – After rising 1100% in 2024, it fell 40% in 2025.
Matrix Gas Renewables – 31% drop, while in 2024 there was only a 6% fall.
Motilal Oswal Home Finance – 26% fall in 2025 after 50% rise in 2024.
Hero FinCorp – 45% growth in 2024, then 25% decline in 2025.
Apollo Green Energy – fell 33% in 2024, then another 13% in 2025.
Vikram Solar and Oyo – 10% drop, Oyo had already fallen 15% in 2024.
Which stocks fell the least?
Capgemini Tech and HDFC Securities – fell just 7.5%, up 24% and 1% respectively in 2024.
API Holdings – fell 7.2%, having fallen 15% in 2024.
Cochin International Airport – 5.4% decline, but showed 92% growth in 2024.
NSE (National Stock Exchange) – fell by just 3%, having gained 143% in 2024.
Which stocks rose despite the recession?
Nayara Energy – 16% growth in 2025, a whopping 346% growth in 2024.
NCDEX (National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange) – 5% increase in 2025, 27% decline in 2024.
What will happen next? Big warning for investors!
According to Manan Doshi, co-founder of UnlistedArena.com, the appeal of green energy and solar sectors is now waning. Investors are now focusing on stocks in the stock exchange and financial sector. Kranti Bathini of WealthMills Securities said that the market has collapsed due to selling by foreign investors, inflated valuations, global trade wars and instability in the Indian economy.
Should you invest in unlisted shares?
Before investing in unlisted shares, it is important to understand their risk, liquidity and long-term holding potential. It is important to choose the right brokers to buy unlisted shares. These shares cannot be sold quickly, so the investment should be made with a long-term view.
Where and how to buy unlisted shares?
SEBI Registered Brokers – Unlisted Arena, UnlistedZone, Planify, Stockify, TradeUnlisted
Online Trading Platforms – Share India, Analah Capital, Gretex Corporate Services
From direct promoters and employees – through ESOPs (Employee Stock Option Plans)
Pre-IPO Investment – Some companies sell their shares before listing.
How to buy? (Step-by-Step Guide)
Choose the right stock – Look at the company’s fundamentals, profitability, growth and future opportunities. Trade only on SEBI registered platforms. Get price lists from brokers and buy shares at the right price. Make payment and transfer shares to demat account. Hold for long term or sell after listing. Shares can be bought at a cheaper price before listing. There is an opportunity for big returns after listing. Portfolio diversification, investment risk is spread across different sectors.