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Venture Capital Hits Decade Low, Investment Plummets 25%

2/11/2025

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Venture capital deals declined by nearly 25% last year, hitting a decade-low.
The number of companies securing external capital fell to 5,256, down from 6,885 in 2022.
Total investment amounts reached £16.5 billion, a decrease from £28.6 billion in 2021.
This deal volume mirrors levels last seen in 2015, raising concerns among entrepreneurs.

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Story summary

Venture capital deals declined by nearly 25% last year, hitting a decade-low.
The number of companies securing external capital fell to 5,256, down from 6,885 in 2022.
Total investment amounts reached £16.5 billion, a decrease from £28.6 billion in 2021.
This deal volume mirrors levels last seen in 2015, raising concerns among entrepreneurs.