Blinkist
Financials
Estimates*
EUR | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Revenues | - | - | 7.3m | 19.5m | 33.4m | 42.2m | 47.4m |
% growth | - | - | - | 167 % | 71 % | 26 % | 12 % |
Profit | (1.2m) | (3.1m) | (7.2m) | (9.0m) | (10.2m) | <1m | (1.6m) |
% profit margin | - | - | (99 %) | (46 %) | (30 %) | 2 % | (3 %) |
Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
---|---|---|---|
- | N/A | - | |
N/A | €150k | Seed | |
€1.8m | Seed | ||
* | €4.0m | Series A | |
$9.0m | Series B | ||
$18.8m | Series C | ||
* | N/A | Acquisition | |
Total Funding | $34.3m |
Recent News about Blinkist
EditBlinkist is a digital service that provides summaries of nonfiction books, catering to busy professionals and lifelong learners. Operating in the digital content market, Blinkist offers a subscription-based model where users can access concise summaries of over 4,500 nonfiction titles, spanning topics such as psychology, management, philosophy, and mindfulness. The company generates revenue through monthly and annual subscription fees, as well as through various commission schemes for sign-ups and sales. Blinkist's platform is accessible via a browser-based app and native apps for iOS, Android, and Kindle, ensuring high retention and long-term revenue. By offering curated book recommendations and key insights in a mobile-friendly format, Blinkist helps users integrate fresh and relevant ideas into their daily lives.
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