Zepto raises $450M at $7B valuation as Indian quick-commerce market heats up amid fierce competition.
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Zepto’s $450M Boost Fuels $7B Valuation Surge
Zepto Raises $450M At $7B Valuation As Indian Quick-Commerce Market Heats Up India’s quick-commerce race is reaching new heights. Zepto raises $450M at $7B valuation as Indian quick-commerce market heats up , signaling a fresh wave of investor confidence in the country’s 10-minute delivery boom. The round was led by U.S.-based pension fund CalPERS (California Public Employees’ Retirement System) , marking one of the largest late-stage funding deals in India this year. Zepto’s leadership confirmed plans to go public in 2026, underscoring its rapid growth and dominance in the space. Image Credits:Zepto CalPERS Leads The Massive $450M Round The latest round includes both primary and secondary share sales, with participation from existing backers such as Avenir, Avra, Lightspeed, Glade Brook, The Stepstone Group, and Nexus Venture Partners . According to insiders, Zepto’s funding push highlights strong investor belief in India’s expanding instant delivery economy. This new capital will help Zepto…
