As per The Moneycontrol reports, Flipkart is evaluating a large pre-IPO fundraising round as it gears up for a potential public listing, with discussions underway to raise between $2 billion and $2.5 billion from a mix of domestic and global investors.
The proposed capital raise is being positioned as a precursor to Flipkart’s expected IPO, which is likely within the next 12–18 months.
A pre-IPO round could serve multiple purposes, including providing liquidity to existing investors, gauging market appetite, and establishing a benchmark valuation ahead of the public issue.
The fundraising plan is still under evaluation, with a final decision expected from Walmart, which holds a majority stake in Flipkart.
Given its controlling ownership, Walmart may weigh the impact of any dilution before proceeding with the round.
Flipkart’s leadership has been actively engaging with investment banks across major financial hubs such as the US, Singapore, and London to assess investor interest.
Discussions have included global institutions like Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, Bank of America, and Citigroup, along with Indian banks such as Axis Bank, JM Financial, and Kotak Mahindra Bank.
The company has also reached out to large institutional investors, including US-based Capital Group, as it explores potential participation in the round.
While the valuation for the proposed fundraise has not yet been finalised, the exercise is expected to provide clarity on investor sentiment ahead of the IPO.
Flipkart has been sharpening its operational focus in preparation for listing. The company recently shifted its domicile back to India and has been expanding its quick commerce vertical, Flipkart Minutes, which has rapidly scaled its network of dark stores.
On the financial front, its marketplace business reported double-digit revenue growth in FY25, alongside a significant reduction in losses, reflecting improving unit economics.
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Flipkart’s exploration of a pre-IPO fundraise signals its preparation for public markets, with the potential round expected to shape valuation benchmarks and investor sentiment ahead of its listing.
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Published on: Apr 17, 2026, 11:11 AM IST
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