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Israel's Hi-Tech Sector Raises $3.1B Amid Funding Shift

3/31/2026

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In Q1 2026, Israel's hi-tech sector raised about $3.1 billion across 98 rounds, up 34% from the previous year.
The number of deals declined, indicating capital concentrated in fewer companies.
Early-stage rounds accounted for over 40% of funding, while mid-stage rounds decreased.
CEO Maya Eisen-Zafrir noted a shift toward local funding and urged prudent capital management amid uncertainty.

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Story summary

In Q1 2026, Israel's hi-tech sector raised about $3.1 billion across 98 rounds, up 34% from the previous year.
The number of deals declined, indicating capital concentrated in fewer companies.
Early-stage rounds accounted for over 40% of funding, while mid-stage rounds decreased.
CEO Maya Eisen-Zafrir noted a shift toward local funding and urged prudent capital management amid uncertainty.