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Coupang, Inc. (symbol: CPNG) is the world’s fastest growing e-commerce company and is often referred to as South Korea’s answer to Amazon. Founded in 2010, Coupang has rapidly expanded, boasting over 20 million subscribers and an annual revenue run rate exceeding $2 billion. As the No. 1 player in mobile e-commerce in Korea, Coupang operates in a market with an enormous $50 billion opportunity.
The company offers a wide range of products, including apparel, electronics, footwear, food products, furniture, nutritional supplements, and more. Its business is divided into two main segments: Product Commerce and Developing Offerings. The Product Commerce segment, which generates the majority of the revenue, includes core retail (owned inventory) and marketplace offerings (third-party merchants) along with Rocket Fresh, Coupang's fresh grocery delivery service. The company also offers advertising products associated with these offerings.
In recent years, Coupang has attracted significant investment. In December 2014, it raised $300 million in an investment round led by BlackRock Private Equity Partners. This followed a $100 million investment five months earlier, led by Sequoia Capital Global Equities and Sequoia Heritage Venture Funds, which valued the company at over $1 billion.
Coupang is known for its innovative delivery infrastructure, including the Rocket Delivery service that offers same-day or next-day delivery to customers in South Korea. This service has set a new standard in the e-commerce industry, contributing to Coupang's dominant market position.
Beyond its core business operations, Coupang is continuously working on various projects to enhance customer experience and expand its market reach. The company's commitment to technological advancements and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a significant player in the global e-commerce landscape.
Coupang, Inc. (NYSE: CPNG) will release its first quarter 2023 financial results on May 9, 2023, after U.S. market close. A live webcast will follow at 5:30 PM Eastern Time the same day. Interested parties can access the earnings release and webcast on Coupang's Investor Relations website. Coupang is recognized as one of the largest e-commerce retailers in Asia, focusing on enhancing everyday customer experiences through services such as same-day and next-morning delivery, food delivery via Coupang Eats, and video streaming through Coupang Play. The company operates in multiple markets, including South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, and China.
Coupang has appointed Ambereen Toubassy, the Chief Financial Officer of Airtable, to its Board of Directors. Bom Kim, the company's Founder and CEO, expressed enthusiasm for her extensive financial leadership experience, particularly in enhancing customer experience. Toubassy has previously held CFO positions at Quibi and worked with various investment firms. She holds a BA in Economics from Yale and an MBA from Stanford. Coupang, one of Asia's largest eCommerce platforms, aims to elevate customer experience through innovative services, including quick delivery options and simplified payments.
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