VOCAL MEDIA – Shaadi.com has begun early discussions with investment bankers about a potential IPO, a move that could significantly boost founder Anupam Mittal’s net worth. The company, a long-time leader in India’s online matchmaking market, is exploring valuation targets and market timing but has not yet appointed advisors. If Shaadi.com lists at an estimated valuation of ~₹2,500 crore (~$300 million), Mittal’s stake could rise sharply from his current estimated net worth of ₹185 crore ($22M). A public listing would increase the value and liquidity of his holdings but also expose his wealth to market volatility. The talks are still preliminary.
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