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Bluestone in talks with Peak XV Partners, Steadview Capital Think Investments for Pre-IPO Round
Bluestone, a jewellery brand, is in talks to negotiate an investment of around Rs 830 crore from Peak XV Partners, Steadview Capital, and Think Investments.
Bluestone, a jewellery brand, is in talks to negotiate an investment of around Rs 830 crore from Peak XV Partners, Steadview Capital, and Think Investments.
The pre-IPO round will combine share sales by early investors with new capital, aiming to value the omnichannel retailer at approximately Rs 7,500 crore ($900 million) before the infusion, as per the report.
Venture capital firm Peak XV Partners will reportedly invest around Rs 415 crore in the round. A source speaking to the Economic Times said, “Peak XV is in talks to lead the funding amid a wider inclination for venture funds to tap domestic brands and offline retailers.”
Further, some family offices via special-purpose vehicles might also reportedly participate in the round. The round is expected to be closed in the next few days.
In September 2023, Bluestone raised $65 million from a group of investors at a valuation of $410 million.
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Gold Prices Decline On Easing Global Tensions
Gold and Silver ETFs Face Selling Pressure As Easing Geopolitical Risks, A Stronger US Dollar, and Hawkish Fed Signals Weigh On Bullion Prices; IBJA Releases Latest Indicative Retail Rates
Gold prices have experienced a downward trend this week, driven by a significant easing of global geopolitical tensions following the recent US-Iran peace agreement and the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon.
Gold and silver exchange-traded funds (ETFs) came under selling pressure on Friday as precious metal prices remained on track for a third consecutive weekly decline.
The weakness followed a stronger US dollar and hawkish signals from the US Federal Reserve, which weighed on bullion prices.
IBJA has released the latest indicative retail selling rates.
| Metal / Purity | Retail Selling Rate |
| Fine Gold (999) / 24K | Rs. 14,497 per gram |
| 22K Gold | Rs. 14,149 per gram |
| 20K Gold | Rs. 12,902 per gram |
| 18K Gold | Rs. 11,743 per gram |
| 14K Gold | Rs. 9,351 per gram |
| Silver (999) | Rs. 2,31,973 per kg |
These baseline rates serve as market indicators and are strictly exclusive of the mandatory 3% Goods and Services Tax (GST) as well as any additional making charges applied by individual jewelers.
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