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Venture Capital Grows 2% Amid AI Surge, US Leads

1/28/2025

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In Q3 2024, global venture capital saw a modest 2% growth, fueled by booming investments in AI and mobility. The US dominated with seven blockbuster deals exceeding $1 billion, while Europe struggled under inflation and rising interest rates. Notably, seed and late-stage investments surged by 7% and 16%, yet early-stage funding plummeted by 23%, reflecting a shift towards tailored generative AI solutions.

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In Q3 2024, global venture capital saw a modest 2% growth, fueled by booming investments in AI and mobility. The US dominated with seven blockbuster deals exceeding $1 billion, while Europe struggled under inflation and rising interest rates. Notably, seed and late-stage investments surged by 7% and 16%, yet early-stage funding plummeted by 23%, reflecting a shift towards tailored generative AI solutions.