Softbank eyes Lenskart, may infuse USD 275 million from Softbank Vision Fund

Softbank eyes Lenskart, may infuse USD 275 million from Softbank Vision Fund

"Lenskart is raising USD 275+ million from Softbank Vision Fund, including some stake sale from early investors," a company statement said.

FPJ BureauUpdated: Saturday, December 21, 2019, 08:04 AM IST
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New Delhi: Eyewear retailer Lenskart on Friday said it is raising over USD 275 million (nearly Rs 1,956 crore) from Softbank Vision Fund. The investment will be utilised for augmenting Lenskart's tech capabilities and strengthening its supply chain infrastructure.

"Lenskart is raising USD 275+ million from Softbank Vision Fund, including some stake sale from early investors," a company statement said.

A large part of this investment will go towards building next generation technology and supply chain to deliver the next billion glasses with focus on quality, best pricing and customer experience, Lenskart founder and CEO Peyush Bansal said.

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