Shark Tank is set to return for its 18th season in Fall 2026, and much of the show’s success can be attributed not only to the personalities of the investors, but also to the quality of businesses showcased on the platform. Over the years, the series has helped launch several companies that went on to achieve massive success. Among the biggest exits worth highlighting is Poppi, the prebiotic soda brand that was acquired by Pepsi (PEP) in 2025 for an impressive $1.95 billion. Another standout is Ring, the home security company, which was acquired by Amazon (AMZN) in 2018 in a major billion-dollar deal. These types of exits provide substantial liquidity for investors, including the Shark Tank personalities themselves. While most startups never reach unicorn status, the few that do can generate outsized returns, making venture capital a very high-risk and very high-reward investment business.
This graph was produced by Lucas Juery, CFA, CFPⓇ and is not intended to provide financial advice.
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