The Indian stock market is preparing for a major share lock-in expiry event, with shares of 116 companies set to become eligible for trading between this week and February 26, 2027. According to a report, shares worth approximately $35 billion could enter the tradable market during this period.
However, the expiry of a lock-in period does not mean that shareholders will immediately sell their holdings. It simply removes the restriction that previously prevented them from selling those shares.
The details have been highlighted in a report by Nuvama Alternative and Quantitative Research. The analysis covers promoter and non-promoter shareholders of companies listed on stock exchanges as of November 5, 2026.
With several major share unlock events scheduled over the coming months, investors may want to keep track of the companies and their respective expiry dates.
Shares Set to Unlock in November 2026
Several companies are scheduled to see their share lock-in restrictions expire during November 2026. The upcoming dates include:
- November 9: 12 million shares of Ardi Industries and 66 million shares of OnEMI Technology Solutions.
- November 11: 23 million shares of Leap India.
- November 16: 37 million shares of Ship Rocket.
- November 18: 97 million shares of Horizon Industrial Parks.
- November 20: 75 million shares of Zetwerk.
- November 25: 36 million shares of Jio Platforms.
Once these restrictions expire, the respective shareholders will become eligible to trade their holdings, subject to applicable market regulations.
Major Share Unlock Events Scheduled for December 2026
December will also see several significant lock-in expiries involving companies from different sectors.
According to the report, 142 million shares of CMR Green Technologies will become eligible for trading on December 9.
The next major expiry is scheduled for December 15, when restrictions on 67 million shares of Hexagon Nutrition will end.
Another notable event is expected on December 28, when 160 million shares of Turtlemint Fintech Solutions will become available for trading.
January 2027: Several Companies to See Lock-In Expiry
The share unlock schedule will continue into January 2027, with multiple companies expected to see their lock-in restrictions lifted.
The important dates and corresponding share quantities are as follows:
- January 4: 28 million shares of CSM Technologies.
- January 11: 43 million shares of NAC Packaging.
- January 14: 63 million shares of Kusumgar.
- January 18: 78 million shares of Laser Power & Infra.
- January 18: 1.428 billion shares of SBI Funds Management.
Among these events, the SBI Funds Management unlock stands out because of the large number of shares becoming eligible for trading.
What Does Share Lock-In Expiry Mean for Investors?
A share lock-in period is a specified duration during which certain shareholders are restricted from selling their holdings. Once this period ends, those shares become eligible for trading in the stock market.
However, investors should understand that an unlock does not automatically result in selling pressure. Shareholders may decide to retain their investments or sell some or all of their holdings depending on their financial requirements and investment strategies.
Therefore, investors should not consider a lock-in expiry date as a definite indication of a share price decline.
Instead, they should monitor the number of shares becoming eligible for trading, the company’s fundamentals, existing market conditions and actual buying and selling activity.
With approximately $35 billion worth of shares scheduled to become eligible for trading across 116 companies by February 26, 2027, these upcoming events will remain important for investors tracking market activity.
Disclaimer
This article is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. Share lock-in expiry does not guarantee that shareholders will sell their holdings or that a company’s stock price will rise or fall. Share quantities and expiry dates are based on the information provided in the Nuvama Alternative and Quantitative Research report and may be subject to updates. Investors should verify the latest disclosures through official stock exchange filings and consult a qualified financial adviser before making investment decisions. This website does not provide investment advice and is not affiliated with Nuvama or any stock exchange.