New York Startups Surge in February, Raising $900M+
New York's startup scene continues its impressive forward momentum in 2025, with 57 companies raising a combined $900 million in February—up a substantial 38% from the same period last year, according to AlleyWatch. Compared to January, February's fundraising marked an additional 3.9% increase.
Digging deeper, Series B rounds recorded a median raise of $32.5 million, while Series A deals had a median of $10 million. This growth showcases both investor confidence and the thriving innovation climate in New York.
A cool map of the New York startup scene courtesy of PamPam.
We’re on the lookout, amid this exciting growth, for founders who may be overlooking a significant opportunity: Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) rollovers. Particularly relevant in high-tax jurisdictions like New York, QSBS rollovers allow entrepreneurs to defer - and potentially eliminate - taxes when selling stock before 5 years. This often comes into play during secondary sales at Series A or B funding rounds.
Founders and early employees considering secondary sales should explore QSBS rollovers to fully leverage this significant tax benefit and keep more of their hard-earned capital for future growth.
