Paytm slides 5% as 8.6M-share block deal worth ₹964 crore signals continued early-backer exits

An 8.6 million-share block deal (~1.3% equity) priced at a ₹1,120.65 floor moved roughly ₹964 crore ($110M) in Paytm stock, dragging shares down 5%. Comes despite maiden full-year profit of ₹552 crore in FY26 on revenue of ₹8,437 crore (+22% YoY), as Antfin, Saif, Elevation and Citi taper holdings.

— Filed Fri, 22 May, 2026, 15:13 IST · Source Mint · Markets · Updated

Paytm shares fell 5% after an 8.6 million-share block deal worth ~₹964 crore, as early backers continue gradual exits. Company posted maiden full-year profit of ₹552 crore in FY26 with revenue up 22% YoY.