Revenue prediction startup Gong surpasses $300M in annualized revenue, indicating potential IPO path | TechCrunch
Mar 05, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Gong, a startup specializing in AI-driven revenue prediction for companies, has exceeded $300 million in annualized recurring revenue (ARR). Founded in 2016, Gong has leveraged AI to analyze customer interactions, with recent enhancements in generative AI contributing to its growth. The company was last valued at $7.25 billion during a $250 million Series E funding round in 2021, led by Franklin Templeton and joined by investors like Coatue and Salesforce Ventures. This valuation equates to approximately 24 times its ARR, positioning Gong among prominent AI companies, though some newer startups like Anysphere have achieved higher valuation multiples due to faster growth rates. Gong's CEO, Amit Bendov, noted that the company's revenue growth aligns with top-quartile public SaaS companies, which typically see annual growth rates between 25% and 56%.
Gong serves 4,500 corporate clients, including major companies like Canva, Google, LinkedIn, and Square. Despite its growth and ARR, Gong is not planning an IPO for 2025, as Bendov emphasized the focus on product development over public offerings. The company is nearly profitable and retains substantial funds from its 2021 funding round, with Bendov stating they have "almost haven't touched it." While Gong's current trajectory suggests a potential IPO path, the company remains focused on enhancing its product offerings.
Key takeaways:
Gong has surpassed $300 million in annualized recurring revenue, fueled by the addition of generative AI capabilities.
The company was last valued at $7.25 billion in 2021, implying a valuation of roughly 24 times its ARR.
Gong's revenue growth is in the range of top-quartile public SaaS companies, with annual growth rates between 25% and 56%.
While an IPO is not planned for 2025, Gong is nearly profitable and has substantial cash reserves from its 2021 funding round.
