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JD.com, founded in June 1998 by Liu Qiangdong (Richard Liu), is China's largest e-commerce company and the world's third-largest internet company by revenue. Based in Beijing, China, it operates a leading online marketplace for consumer electronics and general merchandise, with its own extensive logistics network. The company transitioned from physical retail to online in 2004. It raised $1.8 billion in its 2014 NASDAQ IPO and completed a secondary listing on the Hong Kong Exchange in June 2020. In 2020, JD.com received approval to establish its own air cargo fleet as a joint venture, with 75% capital contribution, positioning it as China's first e-commerce company with such operations. The firm focuses on primary sectors include consumer electronics, general merchandise, and e-commerce services. The company serves consumers across China and internationally through its global platform.
Key people at JD.com.
JD.com supports startups through initiatives such as JD Equity Crowdfunding, which helps emerging businesses secure funding and facilitates their online sales within its ecosystem.
JD.com has formed strategic partnerships, including a $550 million investment from Google to bolster its global competitive position, and a $1 billion strategic deal with the China Silk Road Fund.
JD.com operates an online retail platform that functions as an online direct sales company, integrating logistics, payments, and various consumer and business services.
JD.com supports startups through initiatives such as JD Equity Crowdfunding, which helps emerging businesses secure funding and facilitates their online sales within its ecosystem.
JD.com has formed strategic partnerships, including a $550 million investment from Google to bolster its global competitive position, and a $1 billion strategic deal with the China Silk Road Fund.
JD.com operates an online retail platform that functions as an online direct sales company, integrating logistics, payments, and various consumer and business services.
Key people at JD.com.
Historically, JD.com held a significant market share in China's online direct sales sector, accounting for 54.3% of the market in the second quarter of 2014. Its platform offers a wide array of products, from general merchandise to electronics and fresh produce, accessible through its various online channels.
Beyond its core retail operations, JD.com has engaged in strategic initiatives to expand its influence and capabilities. This includes forming partnerships and receiving investments from major global entities. For instance, Google made a $550 million strategic investment in JD.com, aiming to leverage a U.S.-based partnership for global competition.
Furthermore, JD.com has also entered into significant financial agreements, such as a $1 billion strategic deal with the China Silk Road Fund. The company has also demonstrated an interest in fostering innovation by launching an equity crowdfunding platform. This initiative is designed to support startups from the funding stage through to online sales, creating an ecosystem for emerging businesses.
JD.com has 15 tracked investments across 12 companies. The latest tracked deal is $145.0M Series B in PaXini Tech in March 2026.
