The Startup Ecosystem of Porto
Porto has 65 startups in our sample database which represents about 19% of Portugal’s sampled startups. Porto is the 2nd best startup ecosystem in Portugal.
CITY RANKING
While Porto decreased by 11 spot in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2023, its ranking in Portugal remained stable at 2 nationally since 2022.
National Ranking
In Portugal
Regional Ranking
In Western Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Porto
Global Rank
Porto is ranked within the top 150 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Porto’s startups excel particularly in Fintech where it ranks 86 and in Ecommerce & Retail, and Social & Leisure. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Portugal - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 62nd + 21 | 10.232 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 147th - 11 | 4.399 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 424th + 8 | 0.733 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 557th - 116 | 0.409 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th + 2 | 639th + 326 | 0.321 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th - 1 | 739th - 72 | 0.233 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Porto
Startups
Successful Fintech startups in Porto
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 15 startups for Fintech.
The Ecommerce & Retail industry in Porto is ranked 104 globally. There are 7 startups for Ecommerce & Retail on our sample database and map.
Social & Leisure is ranked 110th in the world. Our database contains 7 startups for this industry.
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Overview
Within Porto there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Fintech, Ecommerce & Retail, Social & Leisure. These three industries represent about 45% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Porto.
2nd
National Rank
35th
Regional Rank
Overview
Porto is Portugal's 2nd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 35th in Western Europe. With a population of 0.1M - 0.5M people, Porto is ranked 147th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Freekick.
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