European Tech Surges in September 2025: Deals Up 94%, Funding Rises 163%
September 2025 saw a surge in European tech transactions and funding, with a 94% increase in deal volume and a 163% rise in capital raised compared to August. AI, cloud, and fintech led the way in attracting outsized capital from investors like Apple and Capital One.
The month closed with 367 transactions, up from 189 in August and 6% higher year over year. Notable deals included Dutch NXP B.V.'s acquisition of Austrian TTTech Auto AG for $0.63 billion. European tech companies raised a total of €8.4 billion, with AI dominating funding at €1.9 billion, followed by cloud (€947.9 million) and fintech (€758.4 million). Exit activity also increased, reaching 74 deals in September. The UK led in funding with €2.7 billion, followed by France (€2.2 billion), the Netherlands (€739.9 million), Sweden (€662.1 million), and Germany (€547.3 million), accounting for about 82% of total capital.
Cate Lawence from Tech.eu, in the Tech.eu Pulse report, commented on the renewed momentum after a quieter summer.
September 2025 marked a strong comeback for European tech, with increased deal activity and funding, particularly in AI, cloud, and fintech. The top five countries accounted for 82% of total capital, with the UK and France leading the way. Tech companies are expected to maintain this momentum in the coming months, with ChatGPT and other AI models driving innovation.
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