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LIC Reportedly Leads Bidding in NSE’s $2.4 Billion IPO

Life Insurance Corp. of India was reportedly the biggest bidder in National Stock Exchange of India’s initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter. The reported demand came from local long-term institutional investors, while participation by retail investors remained subdued, Bloomberg reported.

Life Insurance Corp. of India Ltd. was the biggest bidder in National Stock Exchange of India Ltd.’s initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reported.

The reported bidding points to strong demand from local long-term institutional investors. Retail participation remained subdued, according to the report.

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