The Raise Report 6 month SPECIAL

🚀 ≈$185B Across 457 Investment Vehicles

Since we started releasing this data we have covered over 450 funds that have raised over $185b of fresh capital to deploy. Money does not seem to be an issue, getting out of those investors is, but why is that?

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💸 New Funds Looking to Give You Cash

Over the past 6 months, early-stage investors have raised and committed to deploying roughly $185 billion through 457 distinct funds. This capital is predominantly aimed at early-stage ventures—especially in AI/Technology, Fintech, and Life Sciences—reshaping the startup ecosystem and powering innovations from seed breakthroughs to rapid scale-ups.
🚀 ≈$185B Across 457 Investment Vehicles

What’s inside:
Where is the Money Is Going

• 🌍 Geography at a Glance

• 🎯 Sector Priorities

• 🚀 Investment Stages

• Government AI Infrastructure Initiatives

• Massive Data Centre AI Infrastructure Projects

• Additional Insights

• What This Means for Founders

• Potential Market Shifts to Watch

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Where the Money Is Going

🌍 Geography at a Glance

• North America (≈50% of capital):
  The majority of investments flow from U.S.-centric mega-deals and robust early-stage rounds, reinforcing the region’s status as the venture capital powerhouse.

• Asia (≈30% of capital):
  Strategic government initiatives and significant tech investments—particularly in clean tech and digital innovation—boost Asia’s share. In China, state-backed initiatives are key drivers of growth and are used to subsidise emerging technologies.

• Europe (≈10% of capital):
  European markets maintain a focused presence with deep-tech, fintech, and life sciences attracting considerable investor attention, supported by favorable policies and a strong research base.

• Rest of the World (≈10% of capital):
  Emerging opportunities in Oceania, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America are driven by niche thematic bets (e.g. gaming, renewable energy, agtech), contributing to a diversified capital landscape.
  

  

  
  

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🎯 Sector Priorities

Investment trends across the 457 funds reveal a dominant focus on several key sectors:

• AI/Technology (≈55% of capital):
  Breakthroughs in generative AI, machine learning, and digital infrastructure command the largest share of VC dollars. This reflects both the high demand for innovative solutions and the intense competition for cutting-edge technology.

• Fintech (≈13% of capital):
  Startups reinventing financial services—from digital payments to crypto finance—remain a steady magnet for capital, especially in regions prioritizing financial inclusion.

• Life Sciences & Healthcare (≈12% of capital):
  Robust investments in biotech, digital health, and medtech underscore strong confidence in future healthcare innovations.

• Climate & Energy (≈5% of capital):
  Although a smaller slice, investments in clean tech and renewable energy are on the rise, buoyed by supportive public policies and the global drive toward sustainability.

• Other Sectors (≈15% of capital):
  A diversified mix—including blockchain, cybersecurity, and other specialised technology ventures—adds breadth and resilience to the overall investment portfolio.