Germany’s brief moment as Europe’s venture capital leader surprised even seasoned investors. Crunchbase data showed that startups in the country raised $2.8 billion in Q2 2025, overtaking the UK’s $2.5 billion for the first time since 2012. Deep-tech, AI, and energy startups now anchor Germany’s innovation strategy.
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Can Germany’s venture capital industry reignite Europe’s startup engine?
McKinsey’s “Pivot for Growth” report estimates the country needs €330 billion of extra investment each year until 2035 to double its economic output.
