Unlisted shares, Or Pre IPO shares also known as privately held shares, refer to shares of a company that are not listed on any public stock exchange. These shares are typically held by a small group of investors or insiders, such as founders, executives, or venture capitalists.
Investing in unlisted shares can provide investors with an opportunity to gain exposure to promising companies that are not yet listed on a public exchange. These companies may be in their early stages of development, and investors who get in early may benefit from significant growth potential. Additionally, unlisted shares may offer investors a chance to invest in niche industries or emerging markets that are not yet accessible through traditional public markets.