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Recently Funded Private Equity Startups

Private Equity companies represent a specific stage in the startup funding lifecycle, each with unique characteristics and growth opportunities.

Explore 1,180 recently funded private equity companies with lead investors, funding amounts, and founding team data.

Last updated: September 2026
Total Companies
1,180
Total Funding
$1.1B
Avg Funding
$44.6M
Global Reach
11
countries

Top Industries for Private Equity Funding

IndustryCompaniesTotal Funding
Artificial Intelligence (AI)3$100.6M
Consulting2$81.4M
Computer2$2.0M
Cyber Security2$25.0M
Child Care1$38.0M
Software1$19.3M
Biotechnology1$54.2M
Fitness1$32.5M
Energy1$207.0M
Developer APIs1$300K

Private Equity Companies by City

CityCompaniesTotal Funding
Minneapolis2$188.0M
London2$234.0M
New York2Undisclosed
Cardiff1$6.4M
Trondheim1$19.3M
Burlington1$2.0M
Tullinge1$54.2M
Austin1$32.5M
Atlanta1Undisclosed
Zürich1$300K

Recently Funded Private Equity Companies

Export
Minneapolis, United States
Child Care

The Leader in Spanish Immersion Early Education®

$38.0M raised
Jul 2024
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Consulting

PureCyber provides cyber essentials and audits, penetrating testing, dark web scanning and active threat detection services.

$6.4M raised
Jul 2024
Trondheim, Norway
Software

Best of breed HR software for talent acquisition, onboarding and talent management

$19.3M raised
Jul 2021
Burlington, United States
Computer

Viken Detection is a research and technology development company specializing in X-ray physics and the design of analytical devices.

$2.0M raised
Jul 2026
Tullinge, Sweden
Biotechnology

SmartCella is a biotechnology company developing cell therapy and delivery devices for cardiac diseases.

$54.2M raised
Jul 2024
Austin, United States
Fitness

Modern management software for gyms and martial arts schools

$32.5M raised
Jul 2024
Atlanta, United States
Computer

TekStream Solutions is a tech solutions company that specializes in addressing the company-wide IT problems faced by enterprise businesses.

Jul 2025
London, United Kingdom
Energy

Flexion Energy is a modern utility and energy storage infrastructure specialist, which is bridging the gap between development and finance.

$207.0M raised
Jul 2021
Zürich, Switzerland
Developer APIs

Headlessforms is a platform that offers form solutions for developers using front-end code.

$300K raised
Jul 2021
London, United Kingdom
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

MDOTM Ltd. is the global provider of AI-driven solutions for institutional investors

$27.0M raised
Jul 2026
Morrisville, United States
Environmental Engineering

NALA Membranes provides environmental services with an intention to bring new reverse osmosis membranes.

$10.8M raised
Jul 2026
São Paulo, Brazil
Consulting

GoodStorage is a company that offers urban storage solutions with the objective of contributing to a integrated and prosperous life.

$75.0M raised
Jul 2022
Paris, France
Business Information Systems

Skello is the The AI HR solution for frontline teams.

$228.7M raised
Jul 2026
Singapore, Singapore
Blockchain

RubiX Networks provides blockchain solutions.

$100.0M raised
Jul 2022
Corrientes, Argentina
Carbon Capture

We up-cycle biomass discards to generate carbon based solutions for a sustainable and balanced world.

$750K raised
Jul 2021
Munich, Germany
E-Commerce

FlixBus is a unique combination of tech-startup, e-commerce platform, and transportation company.

Jul 2024
Hoboken, United States
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Saphyre is an AI-powered software platform that digitizes pre-trade data and automates post-trade processes for financial institutions.

$70.0M raised
Jul 2025
New York, United States
Career Planning

Curated marketplace of crowdsourced career opportunities which are contributed by 800k+ of the world’s best execs

Jul 2024
Charlotte, United States
Communications Infrastructure

Communications Tower Group fast-growing tower infrastructure company.

Jul 2024
New York, United States
Bitcoin

Lukka provides enterprise data and software solutions for managing crypto assets and blockchain data.

Jul 2024
Minneapolis, United States
Employee Benefits

Gravie is an insurance company that designs health benefits plans for small and midsize employers.

$150.0M raised
Jul 2026
Toronto, Canada
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Relief AI is a health tech company that offers a mental health platform driven by AI.

$3.6M raised
Jul 2026
San Francisco, United States
Cyber Security

Nozomi Networks offers a cybersecurity platform that protects operational technology, Internet of Things, and cyber‑physical systems.

Jul 2025
Santa Clara, United States
Cyber Security

Axiad IDS is an identity solutions provider for enterprise, government, and financial organizations to manage cybersecurity risks.

$25.0M raised
Jul 2024
Ottawa, Canada
Cloud Data Services

Rewind develops an automatic data backup platform.

$65.0M raised
Jul 2026
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What is Private Equity Funding?

Private Equity represents a specific stage in the venture capital funding lifecycle. Companies at this stage have unique characteristics that define their growth trajectory and investment requirements.

Typical Funding Range

Varies

The actual amount varies based on market conditions, company traction, and investor appetite.

What It's Used For

Capital raised at this stage is typically used to accelerate growth, expand the team, develop the product, and increase market presence.

Who Invests at the Private Equity Stage?

Investors at this stage include a mix of venture capital firms, angel investors, and institutional investors, depending on the size and maturity of the company.

Key Metrics Investors Evaluate

Key metrics vary by stage but generally include revenue growth, user acquisition, market size, team strength, and operational efficiency.

Private Equity Funding Trends

Based on 1,180 private equity companies tracked in the VCBacked database, here is a snapshot of current funding activity at this stage.

Average Funding
$44.6M
Funded Last 12 Months
7
of 25 on this page
Industries Represented
10+
Cities Represented
10+

Top Industries Receiving Private Equity Funding

2 companies
2 companies
2 companies
1 companies

Top Cities for Private Equity Startups

1.Minneapolis
2 companies
2.London
2 companies
3.New York
2 companies
4.Cardiff
1 companies
5.Trondheim
1 companies

How to Find Private Equity Startups

Finding companies that have recently raised private equity funding is valuable for sales teams, investors, recruiters, and service providers. Private Equity startups are actively spending their newly raised capital on tools, talent, and services, making them ideal prospects. VCBacked tracks 1,180 private equity companies with verified founder contact information, updated regularly as new rounds are announced.

You can narrow your search by filtering companies by industry vertical, city or region, or by exploring specific combinations such as Private Equity artificial intelligence (ai) companies. Each company profile includes funding details, founder names, and contact information to help you reach out directly.

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