Waymo Secures $16 Billion Funding at $110 Billion Valuation Amid Autonomous Vehicle Race
Alphabet's Waymo is finalizing a $16 billion investment round that would more than double its valuation to $110 billion, signaling intensified competition with Tesla in the autonomous vehicle sector. The tech giant plans to contribute over 75% of the capital, joined by new investors including Dragoneer, Sequoia Capital, and DST Global.
Existing backers Andreessen Horowitz and Abu Dhabi's Mubadala are increasing their commitments, with annual subscription revenue projections now exceeding $350 million. The funding comes as Waymo surpasses 20 million completed trips, though executives declined to disclose specific financial metrics.