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Fanatics Raises $1.5B At A $27B Valuation As It Evolves Into A ‘Digital Sports Platform’

PRIVATEApr 06, 2022

Amount Raised

$1.5 Billion

Round Type

Funding Round

New YorkInformation TechnologyGamingSportsGamblinginformation technology & services

Description

Fanatics’ latest raise shows there is tremendous value in appealing to sports fans.

Quick answer

Fanatics raised $1.5 Billion in a Funding Round round, dated April 6, 2022. Fanatics is based in New York, New York, United States.

How much did Fanatics raise?
Fanatics raised $1.5 Billion in a Funding Round round on April 6, 2022.
What does Fanatics do?
Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform connecting over 100 million fans through commerce, collectibles, and betting.
Where is Fanatics based and how big is it?
Fanatics is based in New York, New York, United States. Fundz records about 22,000 employees.
Who are the decision-makers at Fanatics?
Fundz holds 3 contacts at Fanatics, including the Chief Executive Officer - Fanatics Collect. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.

Source: Fundz verified event record.

Who else raised in Gaming and Sports around the same time

Companies in the same sectors as Fanatics that raised within 45 days of this round, from Fundz verified event records.

  • UNIT CORP raised $100M (Series C) on May 17, 2022.
  • Ampverse DMI raised $12M (Funding Round) on March 29, 2022.
  • Gamefam raised $25M (Series A) on March 23, 2022.
  • Theia Studios raised $1.3M (Seed) on February 23, 2022.
  • SI Inc. raised $1.6M (Seed) on May 20, 2022.
  • Azra Games raised $15M on May 20, 2022.

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Company Information

Company

Fanatics

Location

95 Morton St

New York, New York, United States

About

Fanatics is a leading global digital sports platform connecting over 100 million fans through commerce, collectibles, and betting. Partnering with nearly 900 sports organizations and 2,500 athletes, Fanatics offers licensed gear, trading cards, memorabilia, and an expanding sportsbook. With 2,000+ retail locations, including Lids, and a team of 22,000 employees, Fanatics is dedicated to enhancing the fan experience worldwide.

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