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BASF
Aviation · Ludwigshafen, Germany · Founded 1865
Chemicals production - active in chemicals, plastics, performance products, functional solutions, oil and gas MoreLess
BASF SE is a global leader in the chemical industry, providing innovative solutions that enhance sustainability and improve everyday life. The company operates in various sectors, including chemicals, materials, industrial solutions, surface technologies, nutrition & care, and agricultural solutions. BASF serves a diverse range of clients, from automotive and construction to agriculture and consumer goods industries. BASF's business model revolves around developing and selling high-performance chemicals, materials, and solutions that address the needs of its clients. The company generates revenue through the sale of these products, as well as through collaborations and partnerships with universities, research institutes, and other organizations. BASF is committed to sustainability and climate protection, with a goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2045. The company invests heavily in research and development to create new products and processes that contribute to a sustainable future. Key innovations include battery materials for electric vehicles, catalysts for various industrial applications, and advanced materials for construction and consumer goods. BASF's online ordering portal allows customers to easily access and personalize the company's extensive portfolio, streamlining the procurement process. Keywords: chemical solutions, sustainability, innovation, battery materials, catalysts, industrial applications, research partnerships, net-zero emissions, online ordering, diverse sectors.
Company overview
BASF company information
The essential company record, classifications and operating signals in one place.
- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 1865
- Headquarters
- Ludwigshafen, Germany
- Employees
- 67,116
- Open positions
- 251
- Dealroom signal
- 66.5
- Investment activity
- 62 companies · latest Jan 2026
- Capital deployed
- $528M
- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
Valuation & funding
BASF funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRANTOther financing | Oct 2024 | $341M | — | Government of Germany | ↗ |
| SUPPORT PROGRAMOther financing | Oct 2018 | — | — | MassChallenge | — |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Oct 2017 | $3.5M | $14M | Undisclosed | — |
| IPOOther financing | Jul 2002 | $0 | — | Undisclosed | — |
| IPOOther financing | Jan 2002 | $0 | — | Undisclosed | — |
| EARLY VCOther financing | Apr 1999 | TCV | — |
Financials
Revenue, earnings and profit over time
Reported history and available estimates. Estimated years are marked “E”; sparse fields are left blank rather than inferred.
| Year | Revenue | Growth | EBITDA | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $69B | +5.8% | $8.1B | 11.6% |
| 2025 | $66B | -8.6% | $9.2B | 14.1% |
| 2024 | $72B | -5.3% | $9.8B | 13.6% |
| 2023 | $76B | -21.1% | $9.1B | 12% |
| 2022 | $96B | +11.1% | $7.3B | 7.6% |
| 2021 | $86B | +32.9% | $14B | 15.8% |
| 2020 | $65B | — | $7.7B | 11.8% |
Growth signals
BASF website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for BASF is 1.2M monthly website visits, up 20% over the last three months. BASF's team grew 7.9% over the past year.
Hiring
Open positions at BASF
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Comparisons
BASF compared with similar companies
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Capital deployed
BASF investments and acquisitions
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Talent graph
BASF's talent
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Global footprint
Where BASF has talent and traffic
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Market sentiment
What the market is saying about BASF
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