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Flipkart Explores $2.5 Billion Pre-IPO Round as Walmart Weighs Stake Dilution

Shreya R.

Flipkart is engaging global and domestic banks to raise between $2 billion and $2.5 billion in a pre-IPO round.

Walmart, holding an 80% stake, holds the final veto power and is weighing the pros of capital against equity dilution.

The round is designed to set a higher valuation benchmark following its $36 billion valuation in early 2024.

The fresh capital will likely fuel Flipkart's rapid expansion into the cash-intensive quick commerce sector via Flipkart Minutes.

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