Ather Energy IPO To List by Mid-April; Key Details Ahead of Mega Launch
Ather Energy Pvt., backed by Hero MotoCorp Ltd., is set to launch its initial public offering (IPO), aiming for a valuation of about $1.2 billion, according to a report on Bloomberg.
The electric scooter maker may sell shares by the end of March or early April. Initially, it targeted a $2 billion valuation but has revised expectations, Bloomberg report added.
Ather aims to raise around $400 million through the IPO.
Hero MotoCorp, Ather's largest shareholder with over 37% stake, will not participate in the share sale.
Market conditions weigh on IPO India's benchmark Sensex has declined about 5% this year and is 14% down from its September peak, which could impact investor sentiment for Ather's IPO.
Founded in 2013, Ather competes with Bajaj Auto Ltd., TVS Motor Co., and Ola Electric Mobility Ltd.
Ather's listing follows Ola Electric's debut last year.