Investment in valencian startups grows by 88%, exceeding €234M
Investment in Valencian Region startups grows
by 88%, exceeding €234M
The Valencian tech ecosystem continues to grow. According to the latest data from the Valencian Region Startup Observatory, prepared by Startup Valencia in collaboration with the Regional Ministry of Industry, Tourism, Innovation and Trade of the Valencian Regional Government, startups raised over €234 million in investment between January and September 2026, an 88% increase compared to the same period last year.
📈 This growth is accompanied by a 15.45% increase in the number of startups, reaching 1,852 emerging companies, and an 8% rise in employment, with 23,250 jobs. The Valencian technology and entrepreneurship sector now comprises 2,376 entities, up 6.14% compared to 2025.
The report's findings also highlight the ecosystem's growing maturity and international reach:
69% of startups have received funding
The number of startups generating over €500,000 in annual revenue has doubled compared to 2025
Artificial intelligence is present in more than 22% of emerging companies
More than half of startups have an international presence
🚀 These findings, presented during VDS 2026 at the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, reflect the growth and consolidation of the Valencian tech industry, with an increasing capacity to attract investment, create jobs and develop new businesses.
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