National Stock Exchange (NSE)

National Stock Exchange (NSE) – Unlisted Share Overview (2025)

Educational article by Money Bells Research Analyst (SEBI RA – INH100009901)

NSE – Overview

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is India’s largest and most technologically advanced stock exchange. It ranks among the top global exchanges by trading volume and is the home to India’s benchmark indices such as the NIFTY 50.

NSE is currently unlisted, and its shares trade in the unlisted (pre-IPO) market. Due to the company’s strong financial performance, brand reputation and consistent growth, NSE is one of the most sought-after unlisted shares in India.

Business Model & Operations

Major Revenue Streams

  • Equity Cash Trading
  • Equity Derivatives (F&O) – NSE is global leader
  • Index Licensing (NIFTY, Bank NIFTY etc.)
  • Data Fees & Market Services
  • Clearing & Settlement via NSCCL
  • NSE Academy & Educational Programs

Subsidiaries

  • NSE Clearing Ltd (NSCCL): India’s leading clearing corporation
  • NSE Indices Ltd: Maintains NIFTY indices
  • NSE IFSC: International Exchange in GIFT City
  • NSE Academy: Training & education

Financial Snapshot (Unlisted Market)

Metric Value
Unlisted Share Price ₹3,000 – ₹3,500 (approx.)
52-Week Range ₹2,800 – ₹3,700
Valuation ₹1.5 – ₹1.7 lakh crore (approx.)
Revenue Strong multi-year double-digit growth
Profitability Consistently high margins

*Note: Prices are based on recent unlisted trades and may vary across platforms. They are not real-time exchange prices.*

Growth Drivers

  • Dominant Market Share: >90% share in derivatives segment
  • Rising Retail Participation: Digital broking expansion boosting volumes
  • NIFTY dominance: Index licensing and global ETF adoption
  • IFSC expansion: Growth in global products in GIFT City
  • Increasing Data Monetization: Market data revenue rising

Risk Factors

  1. Regulatory Risk: SEBI actions can impact profitability
  2. Competition: BSE + new digital exchanges
  3. Cybersecurity Threats: Exchanges are high-value targets
  4. IPO Uncertainty: Listing timeline not officially announced

Investor Checklist

  • Unlisted price is not real-time
  • Verify demat transfer via off-market process
  • Understand long holding periods
  • Check tax rules on unlisted capital gains
  • Buy only through compliant, verified sources

Disclosure (SEBI Compliance)

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