Global Startup Funding Rebounds to Record Levels in 2025

After two years of decline, global startup funding has bounced back dramatically, reaching unprecedented levels in early 2025. ## Record Investment Venture capital firms deployed over $150 billion globally in Q4 2024, the highest quarterly total ever recorded. ## Hot Sectors AI, climate tech, and healthcare are attracting the bulk of investment, with AI startups alone accounting for 40% of all funding. ## Geographic Shifts While Silicon Valley remains dominant, emerging hubs in Europe, Asia, and Latin America are capturing increasing shares of investment. ## Valuation Trends Unlike the 2021 bubble, current valuations appear more grounded in fundamentals, suggesting a healthier funding environment.