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Rapido raises $240 million led by Prosus valuing it at $3 billion

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Published on 15 May 2026
Rapido raises $240 million led by Prosus valuing it at $3 billion

Prosus led the round at a $3 billion cap

Urban mobility startup Rapido has raised $240 million in a funding round led by Dutch tech investor Prosus, valuing the company at $3 billion. WestBridge Capital and Accel joined the round. The investment forms part of a larger $730 million round that Rapido is finalising, including both primary and secondary components. Rapido says the money will be used to expand demand by entering and deepening markets, grow and scale its captain network, and invest in technology and people for first- and last-mile connectivity.

  • Rapido raised $240 million led by Prosus
  • The round values Rapido at $3 billion
  • WestBridge Capital and Accel participated
  • The $240 million sits within a $730 million total round
  • Funds target market expansion and first last mile connectivity
  • Rapido will scale its captain network and earnings opportunities
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