The Startup Ecosystem of Montevideo

Montevideo has 33 startups in our sample database which represents about 94% of Uruguay’s sampled startups. Montevideo is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Uruguay.

CITY RANKING

In 2023, the startup scene of Montevideo shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 21 spots.

National Ranking

1st
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In Uruguay

Regional Ranking

9th
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1
In South America

Global Ranking

197th
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21
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Montevideo

Startups in Montevideo excel in Ecommerce & Retail, Software and Data, and and Fintech. There are some notable success stories contributing to the city’s growing Ecommerce & Retail industry. One of the most promising startups in Montevideo in 2023 is Meitre, Vopero, and Bunker DB.

Global Rank

Montevideo is ranked within the top 200 startup ecosystems globally.

Top Industries

Montevideo’s startups excel particularly in Ecommerce & Retail where it ranks 83 and in Software and Data, and Fintech. Find out more

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Notable Startups in Montevideo
Meitre startup icon
Meitre
Vopero startup icon
Vopero
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Bunker DB

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Successful Ecommerce & Retail startups in Montevideo
Vopero startup icon
Vopero
GU Trade startup icon
GU Trade
Popey startup icon
Popey

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Startups Ranking by Industry

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Ecommerce & Retail
#83 worldwide

On our map, you can explore a total of 10 startups for Ecommerce & Retail.

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Software and Data
#192 worldwide

The Software and Data industry in Montevideo is ranked 192 globally. There are 7 startups for Software and Data on our sample database and map.

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Fintech
#208 worldwide

Fintech is ranked 208th in the world. Our database contains 7 startups for this industry.

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Why should you join Montevideo's Startup Ecosystem?

Overview

Within Montevideo there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Ecommerce & Retail, Software and Data, Fintech. These three industries represent about 73% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Montevideo.

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Regional Rank

Overview

Montevideo is Uruguay's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 9th in South America. With a population of 1M - 2M people, Montevideo is ranked th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Meitre.

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

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