₹6,923 Crore Share Unlock Coming in December: What Investors Should Know About Groww, Lenskart, Urban Company & More
December is shaping up to be a crucial month for India’s new-age business landscape. Several well-known startups and listed companies are about to see large portions of their locked-in shares becoming tradable. According to estimates by Nuvama Alternative & Quantitative Research, nearly ₹6,923 crore worth of shares will enter the open market during the month.
Big names such as Groww, Lenskart, Pine Labs, Urban Company, Prostarm Info Systems, Orkla India, and Studds Accessories are part of this unlock cycle — and that naturally raises important questions for investors.
What exactly does a share unlock mean? Should you be concerned or does it create opportunities? Let’s break it all down.
What Exactly Is a Shareholder Lock-In?
Whenever a company goes public, not everyone is allowed to sell their shares immediately. Promoters, early investors, venture capital firms, and even employees holding ESOPs often face restrictions for a specific period. This restriction is called a lock-in period.
The purpose is simple:
- To prevent sudden mass selling right after listing
- To offer stability in the early trading months
- To signal long-term commitment from insiders
Once the lock-in expires, two things happen:
- Those shares become eligible for trading, and
- They may or may not actually be sold, depending on what investors holding them decide.
However, when a large supply of shares becomes available in one go, it occasionally increases short-term volatility, especially in growth-oriented or tech-driven companies where sentiment plays a bigger role.
Companies Seeing Lock-In Expiry in December 2025
Below is a detailed look at all companies that will experience unlocking events in December — along with what it could mean for each.
1. Orkla India
- Shares unlocking: 34 lakh
- Lock-in type: 1 month
- Share of total equity: 2%
Orkla India will go through a moderate unlock event. While the number isn’t huge, even small unlocks can cause mild price movement depending on how the market reacts.
2. Studds Accessories
- Shares unlocking: 12 lakh
- Lock-in duration: 1 month
- Share of equity: 3%
As one of the largest helmet and riding gear makers in the country, Studds will see a small part of its equity becoming tradable. The event is relatively mild but still worth tracking.
3. Prostarm Info Systems
- Shares unlocking: 3.11 crore
- Lock-in period: 6 months & beyond
- % equity unlocking: Massive — 53%
This is by far the largest unlocking event in the entire list. When more than half of a company’s total equity becomes eligible for sale, markets typically pay close attention. If a significant portion gets sold, it may exert selling pressure.
4. Pine Labs
Pine Labs has two unlock tranches scheduled in December:
Event 1
- Shares: 1.98 crore
- Lock-in: 1-month
- Portion of equity: 2%
Event 2
- Shares: 3.97 crore
- Lock-in: 1-month
- Portion of equity: 3%
Combined, Pine Labs will have around 6 crore shares entering the tradable pool — one of the biggest unlocks for a prominent digital payments and merchant solutions company.
5. Lenskart
- Shares unlocking: 4.07 crore
- Lock-in: 1-month
- Equity impact: 2%
Lenskart is one of India’s most consumer-loved brands, and any movement in its share supply draws attention. A 2% unlock is not extremely large, but it may still trigger short-term sentiment swings as traders factor in the increased float.
6. Groww (Billionbrains Garage Ventures Ltd.)
- Shares unlocking: 14.92 crore
- Lock-in duration: 1 month
- Equity unlocked: 2%
Groww’s unlock is large in volume and expected to be closely watched — especially given its massive retail user base and position as one of India’s most prominent fintech platforms.
7. Urban Company
- Shares unlocking: 4.15 crore
- Lock-in duration: 3 months
- Equity impact: 3%
Urban Company’s unlock event stands out because it comes with high investor interest and a strong brand presence. A 3% unlock may create visible activity across trading volumes and market sentiment.
Why Should Investors Care?
These unlock events don’t always lead to price corrections — but they do create a shift in the supply-demand balance. Here’s what that means for investors:
1. Short-term volatility is common
When new shares flood the market, prices sometimes dip due to increased supply. This doesn’t mean the company is weak — it’s simply market mechanics at play.
2. Good opportunities often arise
Long-term investors often wait for unlock-related corrections to accumulate fundamentally strong companies at better valuations.
3. Unlock ≠ guaranteed selling
A lock-in expiry only makes shares eligible for sale. It does not force shareholders to sell. Many institutional investors, especially those with long-term strategies, prefer to hold.
4. Market sentiment becomes important
If insiders begin trimming their holdings, it may create a negative sentiment cycle. On the other hand, stability despite a large unlock can boost confidence.
With shares worth nearly ₹6,923 crore set to become flexible for trading in December, the month could bring heightened activity for a number of high-profile companies. While unlock events often lead to short-term fluctuations, they also offer valuable insights into investor behaviour and company fundamentals.
If you’re an investor, keep an eye on:
- Trading volume spikes
- Announcements of insider selling or block deals
- Price reactions immediately after unlock
- Institutional investor commentary