Erebor Proposed Funding Round
Erebor, a recently chartered US bank catering to tech, defense, and crypto sectors, is in advanced talks to raise $1.5 billion. The deal would value the company between $8 billion and $9.5 billion, representing a significant increase from its $4.35 billion valuation in late 2025.
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Erebor is in late-stage discussions to raise approximately $1.5 billion in a new funding round.
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The proposed funding round is expected to value Erebor at $8 billion pre-money.
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Expected participants in the funding round include Lux Capital, Human Capital, Valor Equity Partners, Andreessen Horowitz, and SV Angel.
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Erebor was founded by Palmer Luckey and Joe Lonsdale to serve industries including defense technology, AI, and cryptocurrency.
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The bank received final regulatory approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) in February 2026.
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Erebor's deposits grew from $1.1 billion in March 2026 to $4.6 billion by the end of July 2026.
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The bank has exceeded $100 million in annualized recurring revenue.
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In December 2025, Erebor raised $350 million at a valuation of $4.35 billion.
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A report indicates the valuation could reach $9.5 billion following the capital infusion.
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The OCC requires Erebor to maintain a 12% tier-1 leverage ratio for its first three years of operation.
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Erebor is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
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The bank's board of directors recently added Michael Mosier and Anré Williams.