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The marketplace sector includes 59 unicorn companies from around the world. Online fashion retailer Shein leads the group with a valuation of $66 billion.
Other major companies include Faire, a wholesale platform valued at $13 billion, and Whatnot, a livestream shopping app with a $12 billion valuation. The list also features Back Market, which has raised $1 billion in funding.
Below is the full list of 59 Marketplace unicorn startups at this time.
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Get the Sheet for $50Shein runs a global e-commerce platform offering a wide array of apparel, beauty products, and home goods. They are known for an ultra-fast fashion model that provides consumers with a vast, constantly-refreshed selection of trendy items at low prices.
Faire operates a wholesale marketplace that helps independent retailers find and buy unique merchandise for their stores. They connect small shop owners with a curated selection of products from artisans and brands, simplifying the traditional wholesale model.
Whatnot runs a livestream shopping platform where people can buy and sell products in real time. Their marketplace is especially popular for collectibles, bringing the excitement of live auctions and sales to an online format.
Snapdeal operates one of India's leading value e-commerce marketplaces, connecting millions of buyers with a vast network of sellers. The platform offers a wide assortment of goods at competitive prices, making online shopping more accessible across the country.
Constellation Automotive Group has built Europe's largest vertically integrated digital marketplace for used cars. The group's portfolio includes some of the continent's leading automotive brands for both consumers and businesses, such as Cinch and BCA.
Back Market operates a global marketplace dedicated to expertly refurbished electronics. They offer a more sustainable and affordable way to buy tech by connecting consumers directly with certified refurbishers.
Vinted operates a large online marketplace and community dedicated to second-hand fashion. Their platform enables users to easily buy, sell, and swap pre-owned clothing and accessories.
StockX operates a live marketplace where people can buy and sell sought-after items like limited-edition sneakers and collectibles. Their platform is best known for its price transparency and a rigorous authentication process that verifies every item sold.
Farmers Business Network runs a digital platform that helps farmers reduce costs and maximize the value of their crops. Their network provides a marketplace for buying supplies, accessing financing, and joining marketing programs.
Goat Group runs a leading marketplace for authentic sneakers, apparel, and accessories from the world’s top brands. Their platform is built around a robust authentication service, giving buyers confidence in the legitimacy of every purchase.
The biggest names are just the start of the story. Marketplace startups are growing everywhere, with strong hubs in the United States, India, China, and Brazil.
Many of these companies are changing how people buy cars, find jobs, or furnish their homes. Here is a look at the other marketplace unicorns that are quietly reshaping their industries.
| Unicorn Startup | Country | Year Founded | Amount Raised | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| France | 2011 | $1.1B | $4B | |
| India | 2015 | $1.3B | $3.3B | |
| India | 2018 | $882M | $3.1B | |
| France | 2013 | $705.5M | $3B | |
| United States | 2014 | $752.5M | $3B | |
| South Korea | 2015 | $235M | $3B | |
| China | 2014 | $612.1M | $3B | |
| India | 2010 | $795M | $3B | |
| Brazil | 2018 | $888M | $3B | |
| Singapore | 2015 | $472.2M | $3B | |
| United States | 2012 | $395.5M | $2B | |
| Germany | 2009 | $1.1B | $2B | |
| France | 2009 | $722.3M | $2B | |
| United States | 2021 | $170M | $2B | |
| United States | 2007 | $420.8M | $2B | |
| United States | 2020 | $1.7B | $2B | |
| United States | 2015 | $365.3M | $2B | |
| Brazil | 2015 | $322.5M | $2B | |
| United States | 2016 | $165M | $2B | |
| South Korea | 2010 | ₩432.9B | $2B | |
| United States | 2018 | $323.2M | $2B | |
| France | 2019 | $365M | $2B | |
| China | 2013 | $111M | $2B | |
| United States | 2021 | $965M | $2B | |
| Spain | 2009 | $1.7B | $1.46B | |
| United Kingdom | 2017 | $276.1M | $1.33B | |
| United States | 2016 | $94.1M | $1.3B | |
| China | 2014 | $594.3M | $1.25B | |
| India | 2008 | $501.1M | $1.2B | |
| United States | 2012 | $257.6M | $1.1B | |
| Singapore | 2012 | $375.4M | $1.1B | |
| United States | 2009 | $570.1M | $1B | |
| United Arab Emirates | 2015 | $479M | $1B | |
| United States | 2012 | $161.4M | $1B | |
| 2016 | $148.3M | $1B | ||
| India | 2015 | $298.6M | $1B | |
| China | 2015 | $990M | $1B | |
| United States | 2012 | $258.6M | $1B | |
| Germany | 2012 | $304.9M | $1B | |
| United States | 2011 | $381M | $1B | |
| India | 2014 | $335.6M | $1B | |
| Brazil | 2009 | $338.8M | $1B | |
| India | 2008 | $424.2M | $1B | |
| China | 2013 | $549M | $1B | |
| Germany | 2003 | $180M | $1B | |
| Singapore | 2015 | $820.5M | $1B | |
| Brazil | 2018 | $502.4M | $1B | |
| Brazil | 2013 | $390.1M | $1B | |
| China | 2012 | $198.7M | $1B |
