About BYJU’S
BYJU’S is an educational technology company that develops personalized learning programs for K-12 students.
Financial
BYJU’S faces significant financial and legal challenges. Prosus and BlackRock have written off their stakes in the company, once valued at $22 billion. An Indian court has initiated insolvency proceedings against BYJU’S over unpaid debts, and the company is appealing the decision. Additionally, BYJU’S has settled a $19 million payment dispute with India’s cricket governing body.
BYJU’S vs. Other Decacorns
| Company | Valuation | Total Funding | Funding Rounds | 
|---|---|---|---|
| BYJU’S | $22B | $6.31B | 28 | 
| Alchemy Insights | $240B | $563.90M | 5 | 
Growth Trends & Market Impact
BYJU’S has faced significant financial challenges, including a substantial loss in valuation, insolvency issues, and a reduction in product prices. The company has also been involved in a $200 million rights issue to raise funds. Despite these efforts, BYJU’S has experienced a decline in its financial health, with reports of governance failures and mounting challenges.
Investment history
| Round number | date | Post-round evaluation | investors | 
|---|---|---|---|
| №1 | 19.02.2024 | $300.00 million dollars | |
| №2 | 12.05.2023 | $250.00 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                Davidson Kempner | 
                                            
| №3 | 27.10.2022 | $36.39 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                Aakash Educational Services | 
                                            
| №4 | 17.10.2022 | $250.00 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                Qatar Investment Authority | 
                                            
| №5 | 11.03.2022 | $800.00 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                Byju Raveendran | 
                                            
| №6 | 08.11.2021 | $1.20 billion dollars | |
| №7 | 04.10.2021 | $362.06 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                Oxshott Capital Partners | 
                                            
| №8 | 08.09.2021 | $148.21 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                Asmaan Ventures | 
                                            
| №9 | 10.08.2021 | $148.21 million dollars | |
| №10 | 21.06.2021 | $48.96 million dollars | 
                                                                                                                IIFL Finance |