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BlackBuck, India's largest trucking platform, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) to raise ₹550 crore ($67 million). The Bengaluru-based company, founded in 2015, operates a digital marketplace that connects truckers and shippers, offering solutions for load matching, payments, driver behavior analysis, and financial services.
The IPO filing includes a fresh issue of shares as well as an offer for sale of over 21 million shares by existing shareholders. BlackBuck's co-founders Rajesh Yabaji, Chanakya Hridaya, and Ramasubramanian B., who collectively hold a 32% stake, will sell a portion of their shares. Major investors like Accel Partners, Tiger Global, and Flipkart are also expected to participate in the share sale.
BlackBuck achieved unicorn status in 2021 with a $1 billion valuation after raising $67 million in Series E funding. The company's revenue from operations grew 68.8% to ₹297 crore in FY2024, while losses decreased by 33% to ₹194 crore. These improving financials, coupled with BlackBuck's dominant position in India's fragmented trucking market, may attract investor interest.
The timing of BlackBuck's IPO aligns with a surge in tech listings in India, as the country's digital economy continues to expand rapidly. However, market volatility and global economic uncertainties could impact investor sentiment and valuation expectations.
As BlackBuck moves forward with its IPO plans, the company's ability to demonstrate sustainable growth, profitability potential, and technological advantages in the competitive logistics sector will be crucial factors for potential investors to consider.
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While BlackBuck's IPO prospects remain uncertain, investors eager to explore opportunities in the logistics and transportation technology sector don't have to wait. At Linqto, we offer members access to interests in promising private companies before they go public. Our platform provides the opportunity to invest in potential industry leaders like BlackBuck, with lower minimum investments than traditional private equity opportunities. This allows you to diversify your portfolio and potentially benefit from the growth of innovative companies in the logistics space.
2 - The Times of India - India Business News: BENGALURU: Tiger Global-backed truck aggregator firm BlackBuck has filed for an IPO and plans to raise Rs 550 crore.
5 - The Times of India - BlackBuck, a Tiger Global-backed truck aggregator, has filed for an IPO to raise Rs 550 crore. Learn about their digital payment solutions and financing options for used vehicles.
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