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Startup Funding Pie Chart Example

Visualize how venture capital dollars are allocated across industry sectors to understand where investors are placing their biggest bets.

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CategoryValuePercentage
Category A3030.0%
Category B2525.0%
Category C2020.0%
Category D1515.0%
Category E1010.0%

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5

Total Value

100

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Chart Settings

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Value
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30.0%
25.0%
20.0%
15.0%
10.0%
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Total: 100
Data Summary
5 items

Total Value

100

Categories

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About This Data

Illustrative data modeled after PitchBook and NVCA quarterly VC investment reports for the U.S. market.

Note: Sector classifications follow PitchBook vertical taxonomy. Some companies span multiple sectors and are categorized by primary business. Total includes Seed through Late Stage.

Key Insights from This Data

AI Captures the Largest Share of VC Dollars

AI and machine learning startups attracted 28.5% of all VC investment, reflecting the massive investor interest in foundation models, generative AI applications, and AI infrastructure since 2023.

Fintech Remains a Strong Second

Fintech at 18.2% continues to draw significant capital as startups disrupt payments, lending, insurance, and wealth management with technology-driven solutions.

Climate Tech Is Gaining Momentum

Climate and energy startups now capture 12.6% of VC investment, up from single digits in prior years, as regulatory tailwinds and corporate sustainability commitments drive demand for clean technology solutions.

Consumer & Social Has Cooled

At just 6.4%, consumer and social startups receive a fraction of what they commanded in the 2010s, reflecting investor preference for enterprise and deep-tech business models with clearer paths to profitability.

Best Practices for This Chart Type
  • Use distinct, industry-associated colors (green for climate, red for healthcare) for intuitive sector identification.
  • Include the total investment amount and year in the chart title for essential context.
  • Note the data source and methodology to establish credibility with sophisticated investor audiences.
  • Limit sectors to 6-7; consolidate niche verticals into an 'Other Sectors' slice.
  • Compare to the prior year's distribution to highlight where capital is flowing to and from.
  • Pair with a table showing deal count and median deal size per sector for deeper analysis.

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