Unicorns in New Zealand
Dealroom tracks 3 unicorns headquartered in New Zealand — companies that reached a verified $1B+ valuation — worth $11B combined. Updated August 2026.
Every unicorn in New Zealand
All 3 companies headquartered in New Zealand that reached a verified $1B+ valuation, ranked by latest valuation. Click a company for its full Dealroom profile.
| # | Company | Sector | HQ | Founded | Valuation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xero | Fintech | Wellington | 2006 | $8B | IPO 2007 |
| 2 | Halter | Food | Auckland | 2016 | $2B | Private |
| 3 | Seequent | Other B2B Software | Christchurch | 2003 | $1.1B | Private |
Frequently asked questions
How many unicorns are there in New Zealand?
Dealroom tracks 3 unicorns headquartered in New Zealand as of August 2026, worth $11B combined. 0 of them are valued at $10B or more.
What are the biggest unicorns in New Zealand?
The three most valuable are Xero, Halter, Seequent. Wellington is the top hub with 1 of them.
What counts as a unicorn — and what is a thoroughbred?
A unicorn is a company that reached a $1B+ valuation, verified by Dealroom. A thoroughbred is Dealroom's revenue-based tier: a startup-era company generating $100M+ in annual revenue — traction, not just paper valuation.