The Startup Ecosystem of Lima

Lima boasts 63 startups in our sample database which represents about 90% of Peru’s sampled startups. Lima is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Peru.

CITY RANKING

While Lima decreased by 40 spots in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2022, its ranking in Peru remained stable at 1 nationally since 2021.

National Ranking

1st
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In Peru

Regional Ranking

6th
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1
In South America

Global Ranking

178th
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40
Worldwide

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The Startup Ecosystem in Lima

Startups in Lima excel in Fintech, Education, and and Transportation. There are some notable success stories contributing to the city’s growing Fintech industry. One of the most promising startups in Lima in 2022 is Crehana, Chazki, and Rextie.

Global Rank

Lima is ranked within the top 200 startup ecosystems globally.

Top Industries

Lima’s startups excel particularly in Fintech where it ranks 104 and in Education, and Transportation. Find out more

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Startups

Notable Startups in Lima
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Crehana
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Chazki
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Rextie

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Successful Fintech startups in Lima
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Rextie
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Somos Moto
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CULQI

Startups

Startups Ranking by Industry

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Fintech
#104 worldwide

On our map, you can explore a total of 16 startups for Fintech.

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Education
#122 worldwide

In South America, Lima's Education is in top 122. Lima has a concentration of about 0% of the country's total Education startups that are represented on our map.

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Transportation
#137 worldwide

Transportation is ranked 137th in the world. Our database contains 9 startups for this industry.

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Why should you join Lima's Startup Ecosystem?

Overview

Within Lima there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Fintech, Education, Transportation. These three industries represent about 54% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Lima.

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National Rank

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Regional Rank

Overview

Lima is Peru's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 6th in South America. With a population of undefined, Lima is ranked th in the world. The city boasts some notable startup success stories including Crehana.

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Startup Infrastructure in Lima
With a large variety of initiatives, Lima's startup ecosystem stands out from other cities in South America. Lima offers a number of funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. Below is a list of Lima's most prominent support initiatives:

Accelerators

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UTEC Ventures

Coworking Spaces

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Mossaiqo Coworking

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