PitchBook Reports US Growth and Late-Stage Venture Funds Raised $23.6B Year-to-Date, Surpassing $7.4B in 2025 and Exceeding Totals from the Past 12 Years, Fueled by the AI Boom (Yuliya Chernova/Wall Street Journal)
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 4 days ago
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Source: Techmeme
Record Fundraising: U.S.-based growth and late-stage venture funds have raised a record $23.6 billion this year, significantly up from $7.4 billion in 2025.
AI Boom Influence: The increase in fundraising is attributed to the ongoing AI boom, which has driven investor interest and capital into the sector.
Historical Context: The total raised this year surpasses the totals for any of the past 12 years, indicating a strong trend in venture capital investment.
PitchBook Data: The figures are reported by PitchBook, highlighting the robust performance of venture funds in the current economic climate.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
