Lightspeed Commerce Secures $400M to Accelerate Global Business Innovation

Lightspeed Commerce is thrilled to announce a major milestone in its journey of empowering the businesses that form the backbone of the global economy. The company has successfully raised $400,000,000 in its latest funding round—a testament to investor confidence in its innovative one-stop commerce platform that helps merchants simplify operations, scale their business, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005 and proudly double-listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: LSPD), Lightspeed has grown into a trusted partner for retail, hospitality, and golf businesses around the world. With teams spanning North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company is dedicated to unifying both online and physical operations, streamlining multichannel sales, and facilitating global payments, financing, and supplier network connections. This new capital will be strategically deployed to accelerate innovation, expand its cutting-edge cloud solution, and explore emerging market opportunities. Specifically, funding will empower Lightspeed to further enhance its technology infrastructure and support the rapid growth of its global customer base by adding valuable features and integrations that meet the evolving needs of modern commerce. By scaling operations and investing in technology, Lightspeed is setting the stage for future breakthroughs that will redefine customer and merchant experiences across the globe. This significant injection of funds not only reinforces the company’s position as an industry leader but also fuels its mission to drive operational efficiency and foster long-term success for businesses worldwide. As Lightspeed continues to bridge the gap between brick-and-mortar and digital retail experiences, this investment marks a pivotal step forward in shaping the future of commerce.