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SCHOTT Poonawalla joins growing list of MNC-linked firms weighing India IPOs
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Moneycontrol•21-10-2026, 14:50
SCHOTT Poonawalla Starts Work on $400 Million India IPO
  • •SCHOTT Poonawalla has initiated preliminary steps for a domestic initial public offering aiming to raise around $400 million.
  • •The Mumbai-based pharmaceutical packaging provider has invited investment banks to pitch for the proposed IPO.
  • •The company is backed by Germany's SCHOTT Pharma and private equity firm TPG Growth, with Serum Institute of India as a minority investor.
  • •The proposed issue is expected to comprise a combination of fresh shares and an offer for sale, potentially allowing stakeholders to dilute part of their stake.

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SCHOTT Poonawalla has initiated preliminary steps for an initial public offering with the intent to raise around $400 million, though the final issue size and valuation remain subject to change based on market conditions.

Germany-based SCHOTT Pharma holds a 50% stake in SCHOTT Poonawalla, while private equity firm TPG Growth holds a 35% stake.

SCHOTT Poonawalla produces primary packaging solutions including prefillable syringes for biologic drugs, cartridges for auto-injector pens, vials, and ampoules.