The Raise Report
New funds with capital to deploy #006
Since we started releasing this data we have covered over 514 funds that have raised over $183b of fresh capital to deploy. Money does not seem to be an issue, getting out of those investors is, but why is that?
💸 New Funds Looking to Give You Cash
🚀 $2.43 Billion Across 11 New Funds
A fresh wave of venture capital is injecting $2.43 billion into 11 investment vehicles, targeting sectors such as AI-driven enterprise solutions, fintech, sustainability, mobility, e-commerce, and more. These funds are reshaping the global startup ecosystem by fueling high-growth industries and market-defining innovations.
Where the Money is Going
🌍 Geography at a Glance
North America (56% of fund $) – Significant investments are flowing into the United States, particularly focusing on early-stage B2B startups and foundational industries.
Europe (33% of fund $) – European markets are attracting substantial funding, with a focus on game technology startups and university spinouts.
Asia (9% of fund $) – Investments are targeting Indian startups at pre-seed and seed stages, emphasizing consumer tech and fintech sectors.
Rest of the World (2% of fund $) – Encompassing regions such as the Middle East and Latin America, with investments spread across diverse sectors.
🎯 Sector Priorities
Investment trends are shifting, with enterprise software leading the charge, followed by fintech, sustainability, and emerging plays in game technology.
Enterprise Software (41% of funds by $) – Focused on B2B solutions, particularly those integrating AI to transform business operations.
Fintech (21% of funds by $) – Targeting innovative financial technologies, including payment solutions and financial services platforms.
Sustainability (15% of funds by $) – Investments aimed at companies promoting environmental sustainability and energy transition.
Game Technology (11% of funds by $) – Supporting startups innovating in gaming technologies, including AI and spatial computing.
Other sectors (12% of funds by $) – Covering diverse areas such as mobility, e-commerce, and healthcare technologies.
🚀 Investment Stages
Funding allocation is split between:
Early Stage (65% of funds) – Backing pre-seed to Series A companies in sectors like enterprise software, game technology, and fintech.
Growth Stage (35% of funds) – Scaling established startups in areas such as sustainability and energy transition.
What This Means for Founders
The data reveals North America taking the lead in enterprise software investments, while Europe shows a strong focus on game technology. Startups in emerging sectors like sustainability and fintech should align their fundraising strategies to capitalize on these opportunities.
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