Meesho IPO: The Big Bang On India’s Stock Market
Get your eyes set already on the market, as Meesho, a value-focused e-commerce platform, is preparing for a significant IPO next week, aiming for a ₹501 billion ($5.6 billion) valuation. This is not just a simple listing, it is a rare opportunity for investors to grab a piece of India’s online shopping revolution.
While Meesho is establishing its presence in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, it is entering a battleground already dominated by Amazon and Flipkart, aiming to expand its reach and influence. Moreover, Meesho’s market debut is just one among many; recent IPOs by Groww, Lenskart, and PhysicsWallah have already made a significant impact.
With the domestic IPO market close to $20 billion this year, the environment is ideal for a listing that could overshadow the rest and make headlines across the news.
Meesho IPO: Key Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| IPO Price Band | ₹105–₹111 per share ($1.18–$1.24) |
| IPO Dates | December 3–5, 2025 |
| Anchor Investor Participation | December 2, 2025 |
| Expected Listing | December 10, 2025 (BSE & NSE) |
| Target Fundraise | ₹54 billion ($604 million) at the top end |
| Issue Breakdown | Fresh Issue: ₹4,250 crore Offer for Sale (OFS): 10.55 crore shares (reduced from 17.57 crore), proceeds ₹1,172 crore at upper price band |
Massive Gains With Meesho IPO: Founders and Early Investors Set for Monumental Returns
Founders’ Gains
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Vidit Aatrey (CEO, Co-founder): 47.25 crore shares (11.1% stake), bought at ₹0.06/share, now worth ₹5,245 crore
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Sanjeev Kumar (CTO, Co-founder): 31.57 crore shares (7.41% stake), bought at ₹0.02/share, now worth ₹3,504 crore
Early Investors’ Gains
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Elevation Capital: 57.95 crore shares (13.6% stake), value rises from ₹177 crore to ₹6,433 crore
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Peak XV Partners: 48.12 crore shares (11.3% stake), value rises from ₹207 crore to ₹5,342 crore
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YC Continuity Fund: 5.2 crore shares (1.22% stake), value jumps from ₹5.3 crore to ₹576 crore
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Venture Highway: Value climbs to ₹175 crore from ₹73.5 crore
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Gemini Investments: Value leaps to ₹493 crore from ₹8.3 crore
(With Inputs)
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