Uber Rival Bolt Lines Up Adviser for Potential IPO
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Bolt working with PJT on options including a listing
Mobility firm was valued at €7.4 billion in 2022 funding round
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Bolt Technology OU is working with an adviser to explore options including a potential initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter.
The Estonian mobility firm has lined up PJT Partners Inc. for strategic advice, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the matter is private.
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