Glossary
/Premium
Ever noticed an IPO priced at ₹300 when the face value is just ₹10? That extra ₹290 is the premium. It essentially means the market believes the company is worth significantly more than its basic legal value on paper. You also hear this word when a stock consistently trades above its face value in the secondary market. Companies love charging a heavy premium during bull markets because it brings in massive cash without them having to issue as many shares.