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Groupon
AddedMar 20, 2024
UpdatedJul 9, 2026
Groupon

Groupon

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Connecting consumers to merchants globally through marketplace. HQ in Chicago, IL.

HQ
Chicago, IL, US
Founded
2008
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Groupon, Inc., headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, operates a global marketplace connecting consumers with merchants through its mobile applications and websites. The company offers both third-party goods and services as well as first-party goods inventory, serving markets in North America and internationally. Originally founded as ThePoint.com, Inc. in 2008, it rebranded to Groupon, Inc. in October 2008.

Groupon has significantly impacted the e-commerce landscape by providing a platform for local businesses to reach a broader audience. The company is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker GRPN. Its innovative approach has garnered a substantial user base and facilitated numerous local deals, enhancing consumer access to discounted products and services.

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Groupon - Quick Facts

Who are Groupon's competitors?

Companies similar to Groupon include SocialCrunch, G2, Gilt Groupe and Bonanza.

When was Groupon founded?

Groupon was founded in 2008.

Where is Groupon's headquarters located?

Groupon's headquarters is located in Chicago, IL, US.

How much has Groupon raised to-date?

As of Dec 30, 2019, Groupon has raised a total of $1.4B (USD).

How many employees does Groupon have?

Groupon has 2,904 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Groupon - Classification

Ownership
  • Public
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Goods
  • Services
Tags
  • eCommerce
  • Marketplace
Unique IDs
  • ein: 270903295
  • secCik: 0001490281
  • ticker: GRPN
NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 541600Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
  • 513210Software Publishers
  • 541610Management Consulting Services
  • 541613Marketing Consulting Services
SIC
  • 7300Business Services
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7311Advertising Agencies
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
ISIC
  • 7310Advertising
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NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541800Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541810Advertising Agencies
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 6000Depository Institutions
  • 8700Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services
  • 8740Management And Public Relations Services
  • 7371Computer Programming Services
  • 8742Management Consulting Services