The consumer goods sector includes 25 unicorn startups, with companies spanning retail, e-commerce, and electronics. India's Reliance Retail leads the group with a valuation of $101B.
Other major players include e-cigarette maker JUUL, which has raised $16.4B in funding. E-commerce aggregator Thrasio also stands out with its $10B valuation.
Below is the full list of 25 Consumer Goods unicorn startups at this time.
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Get the Sheet for $50Through a vast network of neighborhood stores, supermarkets, and specialty shops, Reliance Retail has built India's largest retail ecosystem. They serve millions of customers across sectors like groceries, electronics, and fashion with popular brands including JioMart and Reliance Digital.
| Valuation | $101B |
| Headquarters | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Year Founded | 2006 |
| Founders | Mukesh Ambani |
| Funding Amount | $8.3B |
| Company Size | Enterprise Organization (5,001+) |
| Last Funding Status | Private Equity |
| Top Investors | TPG, Silver Lake, GIC, General Atlantic, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority |
JUUL Labs created a popular electronic cigarette designed to help adult smokers switch from combustible cigarettes. Their device became widely known for its discreet, tech-forward design and use of nicotine salt pods.
| Valuation | $38B |
| Headquarters | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Adam Bowen, James Monsees |
| Funding Amount | $16.4B |
| Company Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | Bracket Capital, M13, Fidelity, Poseidon Asset Management, Tiger Global Management |
Thrasio acquires and grows successful e-commerce brands, with a primary focus on top-performing sellers within the Amazon marketplace. They specialize in taking these category-leading products and expanding their reach to become widely recognized household names.
| Valuation | $10B |
| Headquarters | Walpole, Massachusetts, United States |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Carlos Cashman, Ernesto Reza, Joshua Silberstein |
| Funding Amount | $3.4B |
| Company Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | BlackRock, Advent International, Monroe Capital, UBS, JP Morgan Chase |
The CrownX brings together consumer goods and retail under a single integrated platform. They are creating a seamless shopping ecosystem that connects online storefronts with physical retail locations.
| Valuation | $8B |
| Headquarters | Ho Chi Minh City, NA - Vietnam, Vietnam |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | — |
| Funding Amount | $1.1B |
| Company Size | No Data |
| Last Funding Status | Private Equity |
| Top Investors | Alibaba Group, BPEA EQT, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, TPG, SeaTown Holdings |
Rappi runs an on-demand delivery platform connecting users with a network of local businesses and couriers. Their mobile app serves as a one-stop shop for ordering products ranging from restaurant food and groceries to pharmacy items.
| Valuation | $5.25B (Joined August 2018) |
| Headquarters | Bogotá, Distrito Especial, Colombia |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Felipe Villamarin, Juan Pablo Ortega, Sebastian Mejia, Simon Borrero |
| Funding Amount | $2.6B |
| Company Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series F |
| Top Investors | Quiet Capital, Plug and Play, Endeavor Catalyst, Sequoia Capital, Andreessen Horowitz |
As part of the Baidu ecosystem, Xiaodu develops a range of smart speakers and other consumer hardware. Their products are known for embedding Baidu's AI technology into everyday devices for the home.
| Valuation | $5B |
| Headquarters | Beijing, Beijing, China |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | — |
| Funding Amount | — |
| Company Size | Enterprise Organization (5,001+) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Baidu Ventures, China Structural Reform Fund, CITIC Limited, IDG Capital |
Goat Group runs a global marketplace for authentic sneakers, apparel, and accessories. They are known for connecting buyers and sellers of high-demand fashion through a platform that emphasizes rigorous product verification.
| Valuation | $4B |
| Headquarters | Culver City, California, United States |
| Year Founded | 2011 |
| Founders | Daishin Sugano, Eddy Lu |
| Funding Amount | $492.6M |
| Company Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series F |
| Top Investors | Andreessen Horowitz, Index Ventures, Franklin Templeton, Accel, New Enterprise Associates |
Zetwerk runs a business-to-business marketplace for custom manufacturing, connecting companies with a global network of suppliers. They simplify the production process for businesses, handling everything from sourcing and quality control to logistics and delivery.
| Valuation | $3.1B (Joined August 2021) |
| Headquarters | Bengaluru, Karnataka, India |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Amrit Acharya, Ankit Fatehpuria, Rahul Sharma, Srinath Ramakkrushnan, Vishal Chaudhary |
| Funding Amount | $882M |
| Company Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series F |
| Top Investors | Khosla Ventures, Accel, Peak XV Partners, Lightspeed Venture Partners, ICONIQ Capital |
Infra.Market operates a B2B marketplace for construction materials, offering everything from cement to electricals. They use technology to organize a fragmented supply chain, helping builders and contractors procure materials more efficiently.
| Valuation | $3B (Joined February 2021) |
| Headquarters | Thane, Maharashtra, India |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Aaditya Sharda, Souvik Sengupta |
| Funding Amount | $980.8M |
| Company Size | Major Organization (1,001-5,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series G |
| Top Investors | Tiger Global Management, InnoVen Capital, Accel, Foundamental, Nexus Venture Partners |
Yipin Fresh runs a network of community grocery stores that sell fresh food at discounted prices. Their business model centers on a direct supply chain, which allows them to keep produce and other essentials affordable for customers.
| Valuation | $3B |
| Headquarters | Nanan, Chongqing, China |
| Year Founded | 2013 |
| Founders | Jianfei Jiang |
| Funding Amount | CN¥4.5B |
| Company Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | Capital Today, Tencent, Eastern Bell Capital, Longzhu Capital |
The Remaining 15 Consumer Goods Unicorns
Beyond the top ten, there's a ton of companies changing how we buy and use products every day. These startups span the globe, with strong hubs in the United States, China, and India. Some are newer companies, while others have been growing for over a decade. Here’s a look at the remaining consumer goods unicorns to watch.