Pakistani startups secured $32 million in funding in the first four months FY 2024-2025

Pakistani startups secured $32 million in funding in the first four months of the current financial year. This includes $15 million in the first quarter and $17 million in October. Notable deals include COLABS raising $2 million, Abhi securing $15 million, and Farmdar raising an undisclosed amount.

Indus Valley Capital was the only local investor, and Sarmayacar secured $15 million from the UN’s Green Climate Fund for climate-related startups.

The improving economic situation, supported by the IMF program and a lower policy rate, has boosted investor confidence. Foreign investment is also encouraged by the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).

At the Singapore FinTech Festival, international investors pledged to support high-potential startups in Pakistan.