HSBC values Info Edge's stake in Zomato at $1.1 billion; stock jumps 5%

HSBC Global Research, in its recent report, valued food delivery firm Zomato at $5 billion, a major increase from its earlier valuation of $3.5 billion

Info Edge shares advanced 4.8 per cent to hit a high of Rs 3,462 per share on the BSE on Wednesday after a HSBC report said it valued the company's share in food delivery app Zomato at $1.1 billion. Besides, in a blue-sky scenario, India food delivery could be valued at $30 billion in the long term, implying Info Edge’s share in Zomato at $3.5 billion.

"Among all the potential positive triggers for the IE’s share, Zomato is the most critical. While other companies such as Naukri and Policybazaar are great assets for IE, Zomato can significantly impact it’s valuation in