MEESHO IPO
Lenskart, Meesho deliver gains of nearly $400 million for SoftBank Vision funds
Lenskart saw returns of $273 million, the highest among the Vision funds' listed investments, while Meesho gained $121 million, according to SoftBank's earnings presentation released on Tuesday. The gains come as SoftBank continues to monetise its Indian investments, having sold shares worth more than Rs 9,300 crore in Lenskart and Meesho since June.
Online festive sales miss estimates; Munjal steps down as Unacademy CEO
Happpy Thursday! Online festive sales grew, but fell short of expectations amid weak smartphone demand.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Stocks in news: Jio Platforms, RIL, Hero MotoCorp, Meesho, TVS Motor, Vedanta Aluminium and Suzlon Energy
Indian equities ended lower on Wednesday, primarily driven by selling in heavyweight stocks. Information technology and oil and gas shares experienced significant declines, falling more than 2%. The Nifty 50 index settled at 22,699, down 51 points, indicating ongoing resistance at 22,800. Several companies, including Jio Platforms and Hero MotoCorp, reported their quarterly earnings that impacted market sentiment.
Meesho loss narrows; Sanjeev Bikhchandani back as Info Edge CEO
Meesho cut its losses in the July-September quarter, while growth continued. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Stocks in news: Jio Platforms, RIL, Infosys, L&T, Tata Capital, Waaree Energies and Vedanta Iron
Indian benchmark indices saw a volatile session amid the Nifty and Bank Nifty monthly expiry. Stocks like Jio Platforms made headlines following its IPO debut after raising significant funds. Reliance Industries remained a focus as its financial results and fundraising plans were announced. Infosys successfully implemented a transformation project for Syngenta, enhancing operations and governance. Tata Capital reported a substantial profit increase, driven by loan growth and higher interest income.
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Why Walmart would rather keep Flipkart private, for now
Over the past few weeks, much has been written about former employees of the online commerce company writing to Walmart's board, asking for liquidity on the stock options they were granted 10 to 15 years ago. On October 1, at least eight former senior executives, among them former Myntra CEO Mukesh Bansal and former chief business officer Ankit Nagori, wrote to Walmart chairman Gregory Penner, other board members and Flipkart Group CEO Kalyan Krishnamurthy, seeking a complete exit for all former employees holding vested options.
Unacademy cofounder Gaurav Munjal pushes back against criticism of Indian VCs
Munjal cited companies such as Astrotalk, Airbound and Sarvam AI as examples of startups that have been able to raise capital and grow quickly. He also pointed to the success of companies such as Groww, Eternal and Meesho.
Zetwerk IPO subscribed 3 times, retail portion falls short
Industrial and consumer goods manufacturer Zetwerk counts wind turbine maker Siemens Gamesa, Acer India, NTPC Renewable Energy, and the Indian Air Force among its major clients
The ET Startup Awards 2026 special
Happy Monday! The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) 2026 ceremony brought together the country’s top founders, investors, and policymakers in Bengaluru for a Friday evening of sharp insights and spirited conversations.
ETSA 2026: Over a decade on, India's startup story is only getting started
The 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards (ETSA) captured this transition, reflecting an ecosystem that has moved beyond the race for scale to pursue technological depth, durable businesses and international markets.
ET Startup Awards 2026 | List when the business is predictable, and stay transparent after: Groww, Meesho founders
The advice from the two founders, during a panel discussion at The ET Startup Awards moderated by Samidha Sharma, came as a number of startups are looking to tap the public market early in their journey. Value commerce platform Meesho and wealthtech company Groww, both around a decade old, listed on stock exchanges a month apart late last year.
The ET Startup Awards 2026 special
Entrepreneurs, investors and policymakers came together in a star-studded event to honour the best of Indian entrepreneurship at the ET Startup Awards 2026 in Bengaluru.
ETSA 2026: Meesho, Groww CEOs on how life changes after an IPO
Aatrey said the company must continue to innovate while meeting the expectations of public-market investors. The need to set quarterly goals has also raised expectations within teams, making it important to balance predictability with innovation, he added.
ETSA 2026: Indian founders eyeing early IPOs instead of private capital: Meesho CEO Vidit Aatrey
Speaking at a panel alongside Groww CEO Lalit Keshre and ETtech editor Samidha Sharma, Aatrey contrasted India’s market with that of the United States.
Menlo Ventures on AI slowdown; Ola Electric CEO pledges stake
Happy Monday! Menlo Ventures, an early Anthropic backer, says the real AI constraint is compute, not a slowdown in frontier models. This and more in today's ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Listed startups unlock Rs 25,000 crore for VC, PE investors
An ET analysis of National Stock Exchange (NSE) and BSE block and bulk deal disclosures across 18 new-age companies shows sales by investors including Japan’s SoftBank group and venture capital firms Peak XV Partners, Elevation Capital and Accel.
India’s IPO pipeline swells despite muted equity market
India's primary market is thriving with a significant increase in the number of IPOs and issue amounts. In contrast, the secondary market has experienced notable declines in equity indices. While foreign investor interest in listed stocks has dwindled, they remain active in the IPO space. Several leading companies have successfully gone public, contributing to the primary market's resilience.
Motilal Oswal sees 4 factors boosting risk-reward after market’s sharp fall from 2024 high, lists 27 stock picks
Motilal Oswal Financial Services sees improving risk-reward for Indian equities as valuations cool, earnings recover and domestic liquidity remains strong. The brokerage also highlights sectoral rotation and names 27 stocks across large-, mid- and small-cap segments as top ideas.
Meesho shares rally 12% after UBS hikes target price by 24%. What’s keeping analysts bullish?
UBS has raised its Meesho estimates across NMV, contribution profit and EBITDA, citing stronger seller and buyer growth and improving unit economics. The brokerage expects contribution margins to expand as logistics costs ease and advertising revenue grows. Meesho’s ability to sustain user additions, ordering frequency and NMV growth remains central to its outlook.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday
Indian equities ended mixed on Thursday as Sensex slipped 22 points after sharp volatility during the closing auction session, while Nifty gained 53 points. Mid- and small-caps outperformed, with capital goods, industrial, defence, power and healthcare stocks attracting buying interest.
BSE IPO index surges 35% in five months of FY27, hits record high on strong listings
The BSE IPO index reached an all-time high, surging 35% in five months. Its SME counterpart also jumped 55%, marking a strong performance for recent listings. These gains significantly outpaced the broader market indices like Sensex and Nifty. However, the rally was concentrated, with a few stocks driving most of the gains. Retail and HNI investors are favoring fresh growth stories over established large-cap companies.
Rentomojo’s valuation jump; SoftBank’s Meesho windfall
Rentomojo is expected to go public at a valuation nearly five times higher than its previous private market round. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.
SoftBank sells Meesho shares worth Rs 1,650 crore, clocks 3x return on investment
SoftBank sold 80 million shares at Rs 206.30 apiece through two bulk deals on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on Thursday, exchange data showed. The shares sold represent about 1.7% of Meesho.
Y Combinator pockets Rs 970 crore from Meesho stake sale
Y Combinator has sold nearly Rs 970 crore worth of Meesho shares through a block deal, adding to its returns from the ecommerce company. The accelerator has now realised around Rs 1,050 crore from Meesho. The sale comes days after it cashed out Rs 1,435 crore from Groww.
Meesho IPO: Issue subscribed 79 times on Day 3 led by QIBs
Meesho IPO: The company has priced its issue at ₹105–111 per share and is pitching itself as a fast-growing, low-cost marketplace with deep reach in India’s Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. The IPO comprises a fresh issue of ₹4,250 crore and an offer for sale worth ₹1,171.20 crore.
Meesho IPO Day 1 sees strong demand: Retail portion fully booked, GMP at 44%
Meesho’s Rs 5,421-crore IPO saw a strong start, with retail investors fully subscribing within the first hour while overall subscription reached 42% by 11:20 AM. The GMP of Rs 49 signals an expected listing near Rs 160. Analysts highlight Meesho’s rapid user growth, deep Tier-2/3 penetration, improving unit economics, and positive free cash flow, though profitability challenges persist.
Meesho IPO opens for bidding. Check GMP, price band, review, subscription and other key details
Meesho's IPO opened to strong investor interest, driven by its rapid scaling in Tier-2 and Tier-3 India and a focus on the mass market. Despite being loss-making, the company's growing user base, improving operating efficiency, and positive free cash flow are attracting investors betting on future profitability in India's value e-commerce segment.
Meesho IPO: GMP at 38% ahead of December 3 opening, signals strong listing sentiment
Meesho's IPO, opening December 3-5 with a price band of Rs 105-Rs 111, shows strong investor sentiment with a healthy grey market premium. Analysts see potential in India's value e-commerce growth, despite near-term profitability pressures, citing improving unit economics and user engagement.
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