Irish venture capital investment falls 80% during second quarter

It follows a global trend as investors show more caution due to tariffs

Between April and June, 20 deals were agreed. File photo

Venture capital investment into Ireland saw a considerable decline during the period April to June, with 20 deals closing valued at a total of $136.4m (€116.5m), down around 80% when compared to the first quarter this year.

According to the latest Venture Pulse report from professional services firm KPMG, Irish venture capital investment fell sharply as the country follows a global trend with investors showing more caution due to tariff uncertainty.