Youku
Beijing, Beijing, China
Valuation · 2015
$4.8B
2014 Revenue
$649.5M
Funding
$120M
Team · 2021
349
Founded
2014
Youku Revenue, Valuation & Funding (2014)
Youku generated $649.5M in revenue in 2014.
Provider of an Internet television platform. The company's platform enables consumers to search, view and share quality video content quickly across multiple devices.
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Youku Revenue
In 2014, Youku's revenue reached $649.5M.
| Year | Milestone | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Youku Hit $649.5m revenue in December 2014 | Not recorded |
| 2014 | Launched with $0 revenue |
Youku Valuation, Funding Rounds
Youku reached a $4.8B valuation in 2015, set during its Valuation round.
Youku has raised $120M in total funding across 5 rounds, with its most recent round in 2009.
| Year | Round | Amount | Valuation | % Sold | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Valuation | - | $4.8B | - | Not recorded |
| 2009 | Funding round | $40M | - | - | Not recorded |
| 2008 | Funding round | $40M | - | - | Not recorded |
| 2007 | Funding round | $25M | - | - | Not recorded |
| 2006 | Funding round | $12M | - | - | Not recorded |
| 2006 | Funding round | $3M | - | - | Not recorded |
Founder / CEO
Victor Koo
CEO
Customers
We do not have customer count information for Youku yet.
Youku Employees & Team Size
Youku employs approximately 349 people as of 2026. It serves 500M customers that rely on its solutions.
| Year | Milestone | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Reached 349 employees (April 2021) | Not recorded |
Frequently Asked Questions about Youku
Is Youku still an independent company?
No. Youku was acquired by Alibaba Group.
What is Youku's revenue?
As of 2014, Youku generated $649.5M in revenue.
Who founded Youku?
Youku was founded by Victor Koo.
How much funding does Youku have?
Youku raised $120M across 5 rounds.
How many employees does Youku have?
As of 2021, Youku had 349 employees.
Where is Youku headquartered?
Youku is headquartered in Beijing, Beijing, China.
Data and Sources
All figures on this page are taken directly from interviews or are estimates from public sources and proprietary models. Not financial advice. Read full disclaimer.
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