Cadillac's inaugural Formula 1 team carries a $2.7 billion valuation, making it the least valuable squad on the grid. The entry required a $450 million dilution fee plus more than $1 billion in startup costs.
The valuation reflects surging demand across sports. The NFL saw property values jump 30 percent over the past year, while NBA franchises rose 26 percent and NHL teams climbed 16 percent. MLB properties gained 12 percent, and global soccer clubs increased 11 percent.
The consistent double-digit growth underscores investor appetite for sports assets tied to stable revenue streams from media rights, sponsorships and fan engagement. High barriers to entry—Cadillac's startup bill alone exceeds $1 billion—ensure only well-capitalized buyers can compete for ownership stakes in top-tier franchises.
