Lendbuzz

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Funding history · 12 rounds · $2.4B total

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What is Lendbuzz's primary business?

Lendbuzz is a financial technology company that uses AI, machine learning, and deep neural networks to provide auto loans, particularly for borrowers with thin or no U.S. credit history. They partner with auto dealerships to expand their customer base.

When was Lendbuzz founded?

Lendbuzz was founded in November 2015.

Who are the founders of Lendbuzz?

The co-founders of Lendbuzz are Amitay Kalmar, who serves as CEO, and Dan Raviv, who serves as CTO.

What was Lendbuzz's most recent equity funding round?

Lendbuzz completed a D Round in October 2023, raising $45,000,000 with Group 1001 as a lead investor.

What was the most recent debt financing round for Lendbuzz?

In February 2026, Lendbuzz secured $246,000,000 in debt financing, with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC and Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC as lead bookrunners and structuring agents.

What is the total amount of funding Lendbuzz has raised to date?

Lendbuzz has raised a total of $2,150,000,000.

How many employees does Lendbuzz have?

Lendbuzz has 201–500 employees.

Which investors participated in Lendbuzz's C Round in July 2023?

The C Round in July 2023, which raised $60,000,000, included Group1001 and 83North as lead equity investors.

What is Lendbuzz's current stage of funding?

Lendbuzz is currently in its Series D stage.

What is the status of Lendbuzz's public offering plans?

Lendbuzz has a Public Offering event recorded for September 2025, with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC and J.P. Morgan listed as lead investors.

Team · 5

Amitay Kalmar

Founder · Co-Founder & CEO

Dan Raviv

Founder · Co-Founder & CTO

George Sclavos

Chief Financial Officer

Stephen Linehan

Board of Directors, Chairman of the Audit Committee

Diane Offereins

Board of Directors

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