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Startup Investments Rise to 5.3 Billion
According to the EY Startup Barometer, German startups raised around 5.3 billion euros in the first half of 2026. While investment volume is rising, the number of financing rounds is falling. Bavaria ranks behind Berlin and Baden-Württemberg.
Investment volume 2024: German startups raise over 7 billion euros
Investments in German startups recovered in 2024 and reached over seven billion euros – a plus of 17 percent compared to the previous year. This is the result of a current analysis by audit and consulting firm EY. Bavaria overtakes Berlin in investment volume for the first time – particularly Munich startups contributed to this.
EY Startup Barometer: Higher investments with fewer deals
The audit and consulting firm EY analyzed investment activity in the first half of 2024. The result: The volume of startup deals increased significantly compared to the previous two years. However, the number of deals is declining.
Investments in startups continue to decline
In 2023, investments in startups declined sharply again – by a full 39 percent compared to the previous year. Audit and consulting firm EY found this in its startup barometer.