In 2024, European startups secured $51 billion in funding, a 5% decrease from $54 billion in 2023, representing 16% of global venture capital. The UK led funding, raising $17 billion, followed by France and Germany with $7.9 billion and $7.6 billion, respectively. The healthcare sector attracted the most investment at over $11 billion. Late-stage funding saw a significant decline, while early-stage funding remained active. Q4 funding reached $12 billion, marking a 13% quarter-over-quarter increase. Overall, while funding stabilized compared to previous years, it remains significantly below the 2021 peak of $117 billion.