These companies raised the 10 largest funding rounds in the Netherlands in H1 2025; 6 of them are hiring now - Silicon Canals
Briefly

The Netherlands boasts a vibrant startup ecosystem, home to companies like Booking.com and Adyen. In 2024, it was the third-best year for funding, but Q1 2025 revealed significant declines. Investment dropped to €429 million, a 59% decrease from €1 billion in Q1 2024. Deal numbers also fell for five consecutive quarters. However, Dutch startups raised approximately $1.4 billion in H1 2025 across over 204 rounds, indicating resilience and potential for growth amid challenges, particularly in fintech and sustainability sectors.
The Netherlands is experiencing significant funding challenges in 2025, with a 59% decrease compared to Q1 2024, reflecting a declining startup investment trend.
Despite facing a decrease in funding, Dutch startups in sectors like fintech and e-commerce have managed to raise around $1.4 billion in the first half of 2025.
Read at Silicon Canals
[
|
]