Barcelona's startup scene is on fire, and the world is taking notice!
The latest report from Fundación Innovación Bankinter highlights the city’s impressive growth and innovation, making it a prime destination for entrepreneurs and investors alike.
➝ 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: In 2024, Barcelona has climbed to 5th place among EU startup ecosystems, following Paris, Berlin, Stockholm, and Amsterdam.
➝ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: The number of startups in Barcelona has nearly doubled since 2016, now exceeding 2,100 innovative ventures.
➝ 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁: These startups are generating approximately 20,600 jobs and contributing an impressive €2.1 billion in turnover to the local economy.
Barcelona's success can be attributed to several key factors:
➝ 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: The city ranks first globally in the Games and Pharmaceutical sectors, showcasing its strengths in technology and health.
➝ 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Barcelona also excels in the Internet of Things (3rd globally), Cleantech, and Travel (5th globally), highlighting its versatility across various industries.
➝ 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗹: Almost 100 global companies have established digital and innovation hubs in Barcelona, further enhancing its status as a tech hub.
➝ 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝗼𝗹: With one in four startup employees being international, Barcelona attracts top talent from around the world.
The maturity of Barcelona's startup ecosystem is evident:
➝ 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲-𝗨𝗽𝘀: Over 400 tech scale-ups are now based in the city, indicating a thriving environment for growth.
➝ 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Catalan startups have attracted €5.3 billion in investment over the last five years, reflecting investor confidence.
➝ 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿: With 213 university spin-offs driving innovation, collaboration between academia and industry is flourishing.
From its stunning beaches to its vibrant culture to unicorns, Barcelona is proving that you can have it all. The future looks bright for this dynamic startup ecosystem - stay tuned for what’s next!
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Good news | Barcelona leads startup investment in Spain, fuelled by international capital
According to the latest report from the Fundación Innovación Bankinter, Barcelona has emerged as the top city for startup investment in 2024, driven largely by international funds. The city continues to thrive as a hub for talent, creativity, and entrepreneurial ecosystem, attracting top investors from around the world.
With a strong ecosystem and increasing global attention, #Barcelona is shaping the future of innovation in Europe and positioning itself as a key player on the global stage.
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