As July 2025 closes, MEAPT’s venture scene is sending mixed signals: capital is surging, but deal flow is shrinking. Year-to-date funding has crossed $10.15 billion, a 50%+ leap from 2024, yet deal count has dropped to just 629 rounds—the lowest in three years.
July alone delivered five mega-deals over $100 million, packing nearly 9% of all 2025 funding into just 31 days. From Saudi Arabia’s Ninja ($254M) and Dubai’s XPANCEO ($250M), to Kenya’s Sun King ($156M) and Israel’s Aidoc ($150M), precision capital is flowing to scale-ups already halfway to IPO.
The takeaway? Fewer deals, bigger checks. Giants are commanding the spotlight, while early-stage founders face a tougher climb.
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