Man Finds Father's 1990s JSW Shares Worth Rs 1 Lakh — Guess What They're Worth Now? Something In Crores

A man’s unexpected discovery of old JSW Steel share certificates, originally bought by his father in the 1990s for just Rs 1 lakh, has turned into a fortune worth crores, capturing the internet’s attention and sparking conversations about long-term investing. After 30 years, the value of those shares has skyrocketed, exemplifying the concept of “generational wealth” and showcasing the immense rewards of patience in the stock market.

Investor Sourav Dutta took to X to share the remarkable tale, referencing a Reddit user who came across the windfall. “Guy on Reddit discovered JSW shares bought by his dad in the 1990s for Rs 1L. Worth Rs 80Cr today. Power of buy right sell after 30yrs,” he wrote.

The post quickly gained traction, with many users echoing the sentiment and praising the value of long-term investment strategies. Some even shared their own success stories and reflections on the power of compounding.

One user remarked, "Now, he can retire and live his life peacefully. Can even make a good business from it, a huge congratulations to him." Another chimed in, "People don't realise how stock splits, bonuses and dividends add up over time, it's magical."

A third user advised, "Don't be in a rush to sell good businesses. If fundamentals are intact, let time do the heavy lifting. This is not just investing, this is legacy creation."

Adding a dose of realism, a fourth user commented, "Bro, but if someone had 1 lac to dump in the 1990s and forget about it, then probably the family was insanely rich irrespective of today's share value."

The viral story has since become a powerful example of how strategic, long-term investing can build lasting wealth across generations.