The French Tech Ecosystem in Numbers

The French Tech Mission has just released a comprehensive study on the state of the French startup ecosystem, and the numbers paint a compelling picture of growth, resilience, and global ambition.

Here are the key highlights:

• 450,000 direct jobs across 18,000 active startups, with a +4.6% increase in the first half of 2025 alone
• €5.8 billion raised in just nine months, driven by strong investor confidence in AI, deeptech, health, and greentech
• Half of all startups are now expanding beyond the Paris region, signaling a more distributed and balanced ecosystem
• Partnerships between startups and large companies have multiplied by ten in the last four years

France’s tech scene is clearly shifting toward a more sustainable and steady growth model, with an impact that now reaches well beyond its borders. Today, 114 French Tech communities connect founders, investors, and institutions worldwide, including right here in Japan.

This evolution matters for the Franco-Japanese tech relationship. As Japan actively seeks innovation partnerships in sectors like green energy, AI, and deeptech, the depth and maturity of the French ecosystem make it a natural partner.

Want to explore the full study? You can find the complete report on La French Tech’s website.