What is SoftBank Group Corp?
SoftBank Group Corp. is a prominent global technology holding company that spearheads innovation across a wide spectrum of sectors, including telecommunications, internet services, artificial intelligence, smart robotics, IoT, and clean energy. The company actively supports the development and scaling of transformative technologies worldwide through its extensive portfolio of companies and strategic capital allocations. Leveraging its sophisticated investment platforms, most notably the SoftBank Vision Fund, the company meticulously identifies and backs businesses poised to define the future of the Information Revolution. SoftBank Group's operational philosophy is centered on fostering long-term growth, advancing technological frontiers, and establishing industry leadership, combining strategic financial backing with deep operational acumen and a visionary outlook to generate enduring value across its international network.
How much funding has SoftBank Group Corp raised?
SoftBank Group Corp has raised a total of $44.5B across 16 funding rounds:
Debt
$466.7M
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$1B
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$2.8B
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$3.7B
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$2.2B
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$3.5B
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$466.8M
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$4.2B
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$3.4B
Multiple Rounds
$16.6B
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$5.1B
Debt (2012): $466.7M featuring Daiwa Securities Capital Markets, Nomura Securites, and Nikko Securities
Debt (2012): $1B backed by Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, SBI Securities, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Mizuho Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, Daiwa Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, NOMURA, and Okasan Securities
Debt (2014): $2.8B with participation from SMBC Nikko Securities, NOMURA, Daiwa Securities, Okasan Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, SBI Securities, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, Mizuho Securities, and Tokai Tokyo Securities
Debt (2014): $3.7B led by Mizuho Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, NOMURA, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Okasan Securities, Daiwa Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, SBI Securities, and Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities
Debt (2015): $2.2B supported by Undisclosed
Debt (2015): $3.5B featuring Okasan Securities, SMBC Friend Securities, SBI Securities, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Daiwa Securities, Mizuho Securities, Mito Securities, and Iwai Cosmo Securities
Debt (2016): $466.8M backed by Mizuho Securities, Daiwa Securities, and Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities
Debt (2017): $4.2B with participation from Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, NOMURA, SBI Securities, Okasan Securities, Mizuho Securities, Daiwa Securities, West Japan City TT Securities, Mito Securities, SMBC Friend Securities, and Tokai Tokyo Securities
Debt (2017): $3.4B led by Undisclosed
Debt (2018): $750M supported by Undisclosed
Corporate Investment (2018): $1B featuring TriplePoint Venture Growth BDC
Debt (2018): $14.9B backed by Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Mizuho Bank, Credit Agricole Bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, and Mitsubishi UFJ Bank
Debt (2022): $5.1B with participation from Apollo Global Management
Key Investors in SoftBank Group Corp
Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management is a prominent alternative investment manager with a significant presence in private equity, credit, and real assets. Their involvement suggests a strategic financial partnership aimed at supporting SoftBank's growth initiatives.
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited is a leading Japanese financial institution offering a comprehensive range of financial services, including trust banking, leasing, and finance. Their participation highlights a strong backing from established financial entities.
Mizuho Bank
Mizuho Trust & Banking Co., Ltd. is a core subsidiary of Mizuho Financial Group, providing integrated financial services that combine traditional banking with specialized trust and asset management solutions. Their investment signifies confidence in SoftBank's strategic direction.
What's next for SoftBank Group Corp?
The substantial enterprise-level funding secured by SoftBank Group Corp. positions it for continued strategic expansion and investment in cutting-edge technologies. With a clear focus on shaping the next wave of technological advancement, the company is expected to further deploy its capital to nurture disruptive businesses and solidify its influence in key growth sectors. This ongoing commitment to innovation and strategic capital deployment suggests a trajectory of sustained influence in the global technology landscape, with an emphasis on fostering long-term value creation and technological leadership.
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