Zepto is reportedly negotiating its IPO valuation and pricing with institutional investors, with discussions centred on aligning the issue with prevailing public market expectations.
The company may defer its listing by a few weeks to complete pricing discussions rather than rushing the IPO, reflecting a focus on long-term listing success over timing.
Recent investor feedback has pointed towards a lower valuation range than earlier private funding rounds, as public market investors continue to prioritise profitability, cash flows, and sustainable growth.
Despite the delay, Zepto continues to pursue its IPO to fund network expansion, technology investments, and growth in the quick-commerce business, with fundamentals remaining intact.
The development reflects a broader trend where new-age technology companies are adapting IPO pricing to market conditions to improve institutional participation and post-listing performance.
