About Rocket Internet
Rocket Internet is a global startup incubator and investment firm that builds companies in the e-commerce and technology sectors. It creates startups from scratch by providing resources like market insights and business solutions, exemplified by its role in the success of Dafiti, a leading fashion e-commerce company in Latin America. Through its investment division, Global Founders Capital, it partners with entrepreneurs to fund and support their ventures, helping them grow with operational assistance. With over 200 active companies worldwide, Rocket Internet aims to ensure the success of its portfolio through equity stakes in these startups.
Berlin, GermanyHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$1,394.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Venture Capital, Fintech, Consumer GoodsIndustries
201-500Employees
Risks
Increased competition from global incubators like Y Combinator.
Potential overvaluation of portfolio companies poses financial risks.
Regulatory challenges in emerging markets could hinder operations.
Differentiation
Rocket Internet excels in incubating and scaling tech startups globally.
The firm provides extensive operational support to its portfolio companies.
Rocket Internet's dual focus on incubation and investment sets it apart.
Upsides
Growing interest in AI and machine learning offers new investment opportunities.
Digital insurance sector expansion presents lucrative investment prospects.
Personalized health services trend opens avenues for health tech investments.
Funding
Total raised$1.39 B
Latest valuation$8.20 B
StageIPO
POST IPO EQUITY
1/31/2015$647
IPO
9/30/2014$1.8 K
$8.20 BLATE VC
7/31/2014$366
$1.67 BEARLY VC
6/30/2013$550
$2.50 BSEED
12/31/2006$1
$2.50 M