IPO Knowledge Series

The IPO Knowledge Series offers strategic insights for businesses preparing to go public. Hosted by Veenit Surana, Partner at EY India, in conversation with senior EY leaders, the series covers critical aspects of the IPO journey—including IPO analysis, IPO planning, IPO consulting, and IPO advisory services.

Tune in to explore how to build a robust IPO checklist, streamline IPO preparation, and engage with experienced IPO consultants and IPO auditors. Whether you're in the early stages of pre-IPO planning, evaluating IPO support, or looking for end-to-end IPO consulting services, this series is designed to help you navigate the IPO journey with clarity and confidence.

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How can companies prepare financial information for a smooth IPO journey?

In this episode, Veenit Surana, Partner, EY India, breaks down how early financial planning and audit discipline can drive Initial Public Offering (IPO) readiness—from aligning accounting policies and presenting consistent financials to ensuring transparent, investor-facing disclosures.

How can finance function strengthen your IPO readiness?

In this episode, Veenit Surana, Partner, EY India, highlights how the finance function serves as the backbone of the IPO process—driving accurate financial reporting, clear business positioning, and strategic storytelling.

How should companies raise capital in volatile markets?

Veenit Surana, Partner EY India, speaks with Vivek Soni, Partner and National Leader, Private Equity Services, EY India, on the strategic trade-offs between IPOs and Private Equity, and how businesses can align with the right investors for sustainable growth. The conversation explores building long-term capital partnerships, evaluating the capital-raising environment, and the evolving role of private equity investors in today’s market. 

Decoding key challenges and bottlenecks companies face while planning an IPO

Veenit Surana, Partner, EY India, shares key strategies for IPO readiness—including enhancing operational readiness, refining the equity narrative, and addressing critical challenges early to ensure a successful IPO journey.

5 Key factors to consider while planning your IPO journey

In this episode, Veenit Surana, Partner, EY India, shares expert insights on how businesses can become IPO-ready. From strengthening governance and financial reporting to defining a compelling value proposition, he outlines five key factors that can help companies prepare for a successful IPO. 

IPO Outlook for 2025

In this episode of the IPO Knowledge Series, Veenit Surana, Partner at EY India, shares key insights on India’s record-breaking performance in the global IPO market. In 2024, India became the leading country by IPO volume, raising US$19.9 billion—surpassing the US and Europe for the first time.

exploring the drivers of this growth, including strong investor sentiment, a robust IPO pipeline, and continued domestic demand. He also examines the shifting stance of foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and what it signals for the IPO outlook in 2025.

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    The team

    Prashant Singhal

    Markets Leader and Telecommunications Leader, EY India
    Spearheads growth strategy in rapidly converging Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) ecosystem.
    Gurugram, India

    Pranav Sayta

    International Tax and Transaction Services Leader, EY India
    Pranav specializes in direct tax and also advices on various international tax matters, inbound and outbound transactions, acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate restructuring.
    Mumbai, India

    Veenit Surana

    Partner, Financial Accounting Advisory Services, EY India
    Helping companies with IPO advisory engagements and sharing insights and end-to-end solutions to complex business problem. Passionate about teaching and traveling.
    Mumbai, India

    Pavan Sisodia

    International Tax and Transaction Services Partner, EY India
    Pavan specializes in direct tax and advises on areas of corporate structuring, inbound/outbound transactions, mergers and acquisitions, fund raise, deal advisory and promoter planning opportunities.
    Bengaluru, India

    Shalini Jain

    Partner, People Advisory Services – Tax, EY India
    Stock options plan design; Global mobility; Employment taxation; Tax litigation; Double tax avoidance agreements; Workforce mobility; Employment laws
    New Delhi, India

    Sudhakar Rajendran

    Risk Consulting Leader, EY India
    Risk transformation leader. Thought leader.
    Bengaluru, India

    Vishal Malhotra

    EY India TMT Tax Leader
    Vishal specialises in direct tax advisory and litigation, inbound and outbound transaction advisory and corporate structuring. He also likes to play golf and go for brisk walks.
    Gurugram, India

    Kaustav Ghose

    EY India Partner and US GAAP National Leader
    Kaustav is a Gold medalist graduate in Commerce, and leads the Technology sector for EY’s Assurance practice.
    Bengaluru, India

    Arun Krishnamurthy

    EY India Business Consulting Partner
    Avid Reader. Watch enthusiast. Passionate about Rock music. Compulsive movie watcher.
    Bengaluru, India

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