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Meta- and Google-backed Jio Platforms to raise up to $3.2 billion in historic IPO in India

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Jio Platforms plans to raise up to 302 billion rupees in India’s biggest-ever IPO by rupee value, with shares priced at 1,065-1,119 rupees and the sale due from 21 to 23 October.

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01Summary

  1. 01Jio Platforms is seeking up to 302 billion rupees, or $3.2 billion, in an initial public offering.
  2. 02The company will sell 270 million shares at a price range of 1,065 rupees to 1,119 rupees each from 21 to 23 October.
  3. 03Reliance Industries said the IPO will be India’s largest ever in rupee terms and the second largest in dollar terms, behind Hyundai Motor’s $3.3 billion float in 2024.
  4. 04At the top end of the range, Jio Platforms would be valued at around $108 billion, below earlier expectations and below Bharti Airtel’s $117.5 billion market value.
  5. 05Meta affiliate Jaadhu Holdings owns nearly 10% of Jio Platforms and Google International owns 7.7%, and neither plans to sell shares in the offering.

02Why it matters

The float is a major test of investor demand for one of India’s biggest telecom groups and a key deal for the country’s stock market. Its size and valuation will also shape expectations for future large Indian listings.

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