According to the Global Unicorn Company Observation Report for the first half of 2026, Beijing became the city with the most unicorns worldwide, reaching 145 as of the end of June.
The number of new unicorns worldwide reached 179 in the first half of 2026, an increase of approximately 251% from the same period a year earlier. The United States accounted for 81, up 179%, while China accounted for 68, nearly six times as many as in the same period a year earlier.
According to the report, there were 2,034 unicorns worldwide as of 30 June. The United States accounted for 921, or approximately 45.28% of the total, while China accounted for 564, or approximately 27.73%, meaning that the United States and China continue to be the pillars of the market.
As of 30 June, Beijing had 145 unicorns, the largest number in China, and continued to be regarded as the city with the most unicorns.
The report also presents data on global trends alongside China's position. A notable feature is that the number of companies in the United States and China has a significant impact on the market as a whole.