The Evolution of Italy's Equity Crowdfunding Market in 2024
Equity crowdfunding continues to be a powerful tool for democratizing access to capital, especially for startups and SMEs. In 2024, the sector saw significant progress, largely driven by the ECSP (European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation) , which harmonized the European market and improved cross-border funding access.
In Italy, the equity crowdfunding market remains one of the most dynamic in Europe .
According to the European Equity Crowdfunding Landscape 2024 , the first pan-European market report produced by Over Ventures with the support of the Italian Tech Alliance , the country saw 91 successful campaigns in 2024, raising over €53 million . The average size of these funding rounds was €581,000, with projects spanning traditional sectors like Food & Beverage (eg, Baladin raising €5 million) and more innovative sectors like MedTech and Circular Economy. The diversification of campaigns shows Italy's increasing focus on sustainable technologies and accessible healthcare, with emerging sectors including Digital Health, Food & Agritech.
Leading platforms such as Mamacrowd , CrowdFundMe , and Opstart represent over 30% of the total equity crowdfunding campaigns in the country . These platforms have strengthened their position in the market and contributed to the sector's growth. While the market is maturing and moving towards internationalisation, these platforms are still limited to operating within Italy due to regulatory constraints. However, Italy's strong performance demonstrates its role as a key player in Europe's equity crowdfunding landscape.
On a broader European scale, France leads in terms of funds raised, while Spain and Belgium show steady growth in niche sectors like Circular Economy and Life Sciences. The overall European market recorded 318 successful campaigns in 2024, with a total raise of over €248 million . While the average size of European rounds was higher than in Italy, the Italian market remains a significant contributor.
Looking forward, the consolidation of platforms, the entry of more institutional investors, and the adoption of new technologies like blockchain and AI are expected to continue boosting Italy's equity crowdfunding sector . The 2024 trends indicate that Italy is on track to evolve into a more mature, international market, and could serve as a model for other European countries.
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