What is SoftBank Group Corp?
SoftBank Group Corp operates as a premier global technology holding company, functioning as a central architect for the next phase of the digital economy. Its market position is defined by a unique dual-role: as a massive conglomerate with deep roots in telecommunications and as a prolific venture capital powerhouse through platforms like the SoftBank Vision Fund. The company specializes in identifying and nurturing disruptive technologies, ranging from semiconductor IP to clean energy and IoT infrastructure. By integrating operational expertise with strategic financing, SoftBank creates a synergistic network that accelerates the commercialization of advanced technologies on a global scale.
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
Debt
$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
Debt
$5.1B
Debt (2012): $466.7M featuring Nomura Securites, Nikko Securities, and Daiwa Securities Capital Markets
Debt (2012): $1B backed by Nomura, Daiwa Securities, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, Okasan Securities, Mizuho Securities, and SBI Securities
Debt (2014): $2.8B with participation from Nomura, SBI Securities, Okasan Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Daiwa Securities, Mizuho Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, and Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities
Debt (2014): $3.7B led by Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, Nomura, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, Daiwa Securities, Mizuho Securities, SBI Securities, and Okasan Securities
Debt (2015): $2.2B supported by Undisclosed
Debt (2015): $3.5B featuring SMBC Friend Securities, Mizuho Securities, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, Mito Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, Okasan Securities, SBI Securities, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, and Daiwa Securities
Debt (2016): $466.8M backed by Daiwa Securities, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, and Mizuho Securities
Debt (2017): $4.2B with participation from Mito Securities, West Japan City TT Securities, Tokai Tokyo Securities, Daiwa Securities, SBI Securities, Iwai Cosmo Securities, Mitsubishi UFJ Morgan Stanley Securities, SMBC Nikko Securities, SMBC Friend Securities, Mizuho Securities, Nomura, and Okasan 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 Banking Corporation, Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, Credit Agricole Bank, Mizuho Bank, and Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank
Debt (2022): $5.1B with participation from Apollo Global Management
Key Investors in SoftBank Group Corp
Nomura
Nomura is a leading global financial services group headquartered in Japan, providing a wide range of financial solutions to individuals, institutions, corporations, and governments.
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation is a financial institute with branches in Japan and affiliate companies worldwide, offering retail, corporate, and investment banking services.
Mizuho Bank
Mizuho Trust & Banking Co., Ltd. is a major Japanese financial institution and a core subsidiary within the larger Mizuho Financial Group, offering specialized trust and asset management solutions.
What's next for SoftBank Group Corp?
Looking ahead, SoftBank Group Corp is poised to refine its focus on long-term value creation within its existing portfolio while selectively deploying capital into emerging sectors that promise to redefine industry standards. The company's strategic roadmap emphasizes the maturation of its AI-driven investments and the continued optimization of its capital allocation framework. As the firm navigates the complexities of the current market, its emphasis on technological leadership and operational resilience will likely remain the primary drivers of its growth trajectory. Investors and market observers should anticipate a continued focus on high-conviction bets that align with the company's vision of a hyper-connected, automated future.
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