Zepto going from $1B to $3B valuation in just 8-9 months after last announcement.

https://www.livemint.com/companies/news/zepto-funding-665-mln-at-3-6-bln-valuation-ipo-next-year-blinkit-instamart-zomato-swiggy-flipkart-quick-commerce-11718939449690.html

https://www.business-standard.com/companies/news/quick-commerce-firm-zepto-raises-665-mn-in-funding-valued-at-3-6-bn-124062100289_1.html

Zepto is in talks in order to raise $310 millions at the valuation of $5 Bn dollars , why they are raising so much money ,Are they really trying to capture the market share in quick eCommerce domain by first come and dictate ideology or they are just burning extensive money while expanding their operations in multiple cities with a hope to establish large consumer base within a short period of time

While I'm proud of these two revolutionising the quick commerce space, I somehow have a bad feeling about this Profits aren't coming, money is flowing Don't know what the VCs are seeking? Why bake a a pie that you can't eat later?

- Zepto, an Indian instant delivery startup, has secured $340 million in a Series G round, valuing the company at $5 billion. - The funding round, co-led by General Catalyst and Mars Growth Capital, brings Zepto's total fresh funding this year to nearly $1 billion. - Competing with BlinkIt and Swiggy’s Instamart, Zepto is on track to generate over $1.5 billion in annualized sales. - Quick-commerce services like Zepto are gaining traction in urban India, leveraging strategically located 'dark stores' to fulfill orders within minutes. - Analysts note that quick-commerce firms in India are outperforming traditional e-commerce giants like Amazon, which has been slow to adapt to changing consumer habits. Source: [Techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/13/zepto-hits-5b-valuation-as-quick-commerce-heats-up-in-india/)

Dunzo is struggling for survival while Zepto is turning into a unicorn. How come laws of financial markets working in opposite directions for both. Both Zepto and Dunzo operate in same segment which is Quick commerce. What is the catch?

- Zepto raises $340 million in fresh round led by General Catalyst - Total fundraise hits $1 billion in two months, valuation reaches $5 billion - Company plans public market debut in 12-18 months - Zepto's FY23 revenue jumps 1,335% YoY to Rs 2,024 crore - Quick commerce market attracts government attention due to potential impact on small retailers Source: [Moneycontrol](https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/startup/zepto-raises-1-billion-in-two-months-closes-340-million-round-led-by-general-catalyst-12810088.html)