5. GOAT group valued at $ 3.7 billion after Series F mega-round

GOAT Group, a US-based marketplace for sneakers, apparel, and accessories, has closed a $ 195 million Series F funding round and has a valuation of $ 3.7 billion.

Founded in 2015, the company will use the proceeds from the round to continue investing in the growth of its sneaker business as well as its clothing and accessories verticals.

In addition, the company plans to expand its global presence from 13 locations to Chicago, China, Japan and Singapore and make significant investments in its technology and brand.

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