Startup Funding Outlook: Predicting Private Market Trends

Welcome to the Startup Funding Outlook 2025 report.

The first half of 2025 marked a turning point in global venture funding — with capital flowing back into the market, AI surging ahead, and IPOs cautiously re-emerging.

We created this report to help you anticipate what’s coming in the second half of the year. Inside, you’ll find exclusive analysis of funding trends, insights from top investors, and private market predictions powered by Crunchbase. With these signals, you’ll know where capital is headed — and how to position your team ahead of opportunities and risks.