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					<description><![CDATA[New Delhi &#8211; Indian e-commerce company Meesho is preparing to enter the public markets with a valuation target of up]]></description>
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<p><strong>New Delhi </strong>&#8211; Indian e-commerce company Meesho is preparing to enter the public markets with a valuation target of up to $5.6 billion, marking one of the most closely watched IPOs in the country’s fast-expanding digital economy.</p>



<p>The company announced its detailed offer terms as it aims to strengthen its presence in a retail landscape shaped by fierce competition and rapid growth.</p>



<p>Meesho has set a price band of 105 to 111 rupees per share for the three-day offering scheduled to open on December 3.</p>



<p>The issue will be available to anchor investors from December 2, with the company expected to list its shares on major Indian stock exchanges on December 10.</p>



<p>The public issue comes at a time when India’s domestic IPO market is set to exceed last year’s record fundraising, with several large technology-focused businesses tapping investor demand.</p>



<p>Strong equity market sentiment, combined with tax cuts designed to stimulate consumption, has encouraged multiple firms to accelerate their listing plans.</p>



<p>Meesho, widely popular in smaller cities and among first-time online shoppers, is positioning the IPO to support its expansion strategy and further develop its digital infrastructure.</p>



<p>The company has benefited from its focus on affordability and simplified seller onboarding, helping it establish a strong user base beyond major metropolitan regions.</p>



<p>According to its filing, Meesho aims to raise approximately 54 billion rupees at the upper end of the price range.</p>



<p>A portion of the funds will be directed toward investment in cloud infrastructure, technology upgrades, and other operational enhancements designed to support long-term growth.</p>



<p>Existing investors including Elevation Capital and Peak XV Partners will sell a combined 105.5 million shares in the offering.</p>



<p>This is lower than their earlier plan to sell 175.7 million shares, signaling confidence in the firm’s future performance even as they monetize part of their holdings.</p>



<p>SoftBank, one of Meesho’s major backers, is not selling any shares during the IPO.</p>



<p>The decision reflects continued support for the company’s leadership, marketplace model, and ongoing shift toward sustainable profitability.</p>



<p>The offering includes newly issued shares worth 42.5 billion rupees, forming the core of Meesho’s capital-raising plan.</p>



<p>These funds are expected to help the company scale its tech infrastructure, improve logistics capabilities, and maintain competitive positioning in the e-commerce sector.</p>



<p>The company competes in a crowded market dominated by global players such as Amazon and domestic giants like Flipkart.</p>



<p>Despite this, Meesho has carved out a strong niche by focusing on budget-conscious shoppers and enabling thousands of small sellers to reach new customers across India.</p>



<p>India’s booming digital retail environment has provided fertile ground for platforms offering affordable products and seamless order fulfillment.</p>



<p>Meesho’s rise has coincided with increasing internet penetration in rural and semi-urban areas, where demand for low-cost items continues to grow.</p>



<p>Analysts say the success of Meesho’s IPO may serve as an indicator of investor appetite for consumer-tech companies operating on low-margin, high-volume business models.</p>



<p>They note that the platform’s rapid adoption by new online shoppers strengthens its long-term market prospects.</p>



<p>The country’s overall IPO market is on track to break its annual fundraising record, with nearly $8 billion in new offerings expected in the final quarter alone.</p>



<p>Tech-oriented firms have been at the forefront of this momentum, supported by strong domestic liquidity and broad investor optimism.</p>



<p>Recent listings from companies in fintech, eyewear retail, and online education have seen solid subscription levels, creating a favorable environment for Meesho&#8217;s debut.</p>



<p>Market participants believe that the platform’s extensive seller network and large customer base will continue to attract attention from both institutional and retail investors.</p>



<p>As Meesho advances toward its listing date, the company is presenting itself as a scalable and resilient marketplace with deep penetration across India.</p>



<p>With competitive pricing, a fast-growing community of sellers, and strong backer support, the platform is positioning its IPO as a milestone in its evolution from a startup to a major e-commerce force.</p>
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