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Saudi Arabia Dominates MENA Startup Funding at $1.34B

7/28/2025

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In H1 2025, Saudi Arabia topped MENA startup funding, securing $1.34 billion, 64% of the total.
Fintech led the sector with $969 million from 20 deals.
Overall regional funding hit $2.1 billion, marking a 134% increase from 2024.
The UAE raised $541 million, and Egypt garnered $179 million, both demonstrating notable growth.
Debt financing represented 44% of the total regional funding.

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Story summary

In H1 2025, Saudi Arabia topped MENA startup funding, securing $1.34 billion, 64% of the total.
Fintech led the sector with $969 million from 20 deals.
Overall regional funding hit $2.1 billion, marking a 134% increase from 2024.
The UAE raised $541 million, and Egypt garnered $179 million, both demonstrating notable growth.
Debt financing represented 44% of the total regional funding.