The report focuses on the analysis of the state and prospects of deep tech development in Europe by 2025.
Deep technologies require significant investments in intellectual property creation and have longer development timelines, but can provide high returns once matured. Europe has the potential to become a global hub for deep tech due to its leading research universities and institutes, but it lacks an entrepreneurial culture. In 2024, €15 billion was invested in deep tech, accounting for a third of all venture investments in Europe. Key countries for deep tech include the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, with major hubs in London, Paris, and Munich. Despite early-stage funding availability, 50% of growth capital comes from outside Europe. M&A activity has increased, but large exits remain rare.