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Spotify

The World's Leading Audio Streaming & Podcasting Network

Valuation / Scale $82.0 Billion (SEK 850B+)
Funding Raised Public NYSE Direct Listing / VC Backed
Founded 2006
Headquarters Stockholm, Sweden & New York, USA
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About Spotify

Spotify is the premier global audio streaming service with over 600 million monthly active users, pioneering real-time music discovery, curated playlists, and podcast distribution.

VENTURE ARCHITECTURE & EQUITY

Spotify Cap Table & Shareholding Pattern

Verified equity capitalization table outlining promoter holdings, venture capital equity, strategic cross-holdings, and institutional share distribution for Spotify:

Shareholder / Entity Equity Stake Classification Strategic Notes
Daniel Ek 16.5% Founder / Promoter Co-Founder & CEO (~31.7% Voting Power via Super-Voting Shares)
Martin Lorentzon 11.1% Founder / Promoter Co-Founder (~42.9% Voting Power via Super-Voting Shares)
Baillie Gifford 14.2% Institutional Asset Manager Long-Term Scottish Investment Trust
Tencent Holdings 9.1% Strategic Cross-Holding Tencent Music Strategic Alliance
Public Market & Other Institutional 49.1% NYSE Free Float Public Shareholders & Asset Managers
LEADERSHIP & OWNERSHIP

Who is the Owner & Founder of Spotify?

Spotify was established by its founding team in 2006, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden & New York, USA. Explore the verified ownership structure, net worth, and leadership biographies below:

Daniel Ek πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ

Daniel Ek

Co-Founder & CEO of Spotify

πŸ’° $5.5 Billion – $7.0 Billion (SEK 60B+)

Daniel Ek is a Swedish serial technologist and investor who co-founded Spotify in Stockholm, transforming the global mus...

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VERIFIED FACTS

Frequently Asked Questions about Spotify

What is Spotify's current valuation?

Spotify is valued at approximately $82.0 Billion (SEK 850B+), having raised a total of Public NYSE Direct Listing / VC Backed in venture financing.

Who founded Spotify and where is it headquartered?

Spotify was founded in 2006 by Daniel Ek with headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden & New York, USA.

Who is the owner of Spotify and what is their net worth?

Spotify is led by founder Daniel Ek (Co-Founder & CEO of Spotify). Their estimated net worth is $5.5 Billion – $7.0 Billion (SEK 60B+), predominantly anchored by their equity ownership in Spotify and venture holdings.

What is the cap table and shareholding pattern of Spotify?

Spotify's equity capitalization table is anchored by key stakeholders including Daniel Ek (16.5%), Martin Lorentzon (11.1%), Baillie Gifford (14.2%), Tencent Holdings (9.1%). Explore the verified cap table on Limitless Founders for full equity breakdown.

What industry does Spotify operate in and what does it do?

Spotify operates within the Consumer Tech & Media sector. The World's Leading Audio Streaming & Podcasting Network

How much funding has Spotify raised to date?

Spotify has secured approximately Public NYSE Direct Listing / VC Backed across institutional equity rounds and growth capital.

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