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Fnatic
Consumer Services · London, United Kingdom · Founded 2004
A professional video gaming team laser-focused on seeking out, levelling up and amplifying gamers and creators MoreLess
Fnatic is a global esports entertainment brand that has been operating since 2004. The company is well-known for its competitive gaming teams and its extensive line of branded apparel and gaming gear. Fnatic primarily serves esports enthusiasts, gamers, and fans of competitive gaming. The company operates in the esports market, which includes professional gaming competitions, streaming, and related merchandise.
Fnatic's business model revolves around multiple revenue streams. Firstly, they generate income through their professional esports teams, which participate in various gaming tournaments and leagues. These teams attract sponsorships and partnerships from major brands, providing a significant source of revenue. Secondly, Fnatic has a robust e-commerce platform where they sell a wide range of branded merchandise, including apparel, gaming peripherals like headsets and keyboards, and other accessories. This merchandise is targeted at their fanbase and the broader gaming community.
The company makes money through direct sales of these products on their website, fnatic.com. They offer various items such as the REACT Esports Performance Gaming Headset, STREAK65 Ultra Compact Esports Keyboard, and a variety of apparel including jerseys, jackets, and hoodies. Additionally, Fnatic provides free shipping on orders over a certain amount and offers a two-year warranty on all gear products, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
In summary, Fnatic is a multifaceted company that leverages its strong brand presence in the esports industry to drive sales of both digital and physical products. Their primary clients are gamers and esports fans who are looking for high-quality gaming gear and apparel.
Keywords: esports, gaming, apparel, merchandise, peripherals, professional teams, sponsorships, e-commerce, branded products, competitive gaming.
Company overview
Fnatic company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2004
- Headquarters
- London, United Kingdom
- Employees
- 220
- Open positions
- 3
- Dealroom signal
- 69.2
Valuation & funding
Fnatic funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VCOther financing | Dec 2022 | $0 | — | Hivemind · GuildFi · WWVentures | ↗ |
| DEBTDebt | May 2021 | $0 | — | Bootstrap Europe | — |
| EARLY VCOther financing | May 2021 | $17M | $95M | Marubeni | — |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Nov 2020 | $10M | $95M | JHD · Beringea · LVL1 Group · Unbound | — |
| SERIES AOther financing | Jan 2020 | $0 | — | Whitebuffalo | — |
| SERIES AOther financing | Apr 2019 | Beringea · Joi Ito · Lev Leviev · BlackPine | — | ||
| EARLY VCOther financing | Apr 2017 | Joi Ito · Raptor Group | — | ||
| CONVERTIBLEOther financing | Feb 2017 | Volta Global | — | ||
| SEEDOther financing | Dec 2016 | Palm Drive Capital | — |
Financials
Revenue, earnings and profit over time
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| Year | Revenue | Growth | EBITDA | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11M | 0% | −$2.3M | -21.6% |
| 2025 | $11M | 0% | −$2.3M | -21.6% |
| 2024 | $11M | -32.6% | −$2.3M | -21.6% |
| 2023 | $16M | +6% | −$2.3M | -14.6% |
| 2022 | $15M | +31.2% | −$2.3M | -15.5% |
| 2021 | $12M | +51.7% | −$4M | -34.7% |
| 2020 | $7.6M | — | −$4.5M | -58.6% |
Growth signals
Fnatic website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Fnatic is 200K monthly website visits, up 5.3% over the last three months. Fnatic's team grew 1.9% over the past year.
Comparisons
Fnatic compared with similar companies
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Talent graph
Fnatic's talent
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Investors
16 investors on Fnatic's cap table
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Global footprint
Where Fnatic has talent and traffic
team presence
In the news
Latest news about Fnatic
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Market sentiment
What the market is saying about Fnatic
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