The most recent startup investment rounds in Latam
Latin America’s startup ecosystem continues to mature, drawing increased attention from regional and global investors.
Latin America’s startup ecosystem continues to mature, drawing increased attention from regional and global investors. The latest investment rounds in Latam reflect a strong appetite for innovation across industries such as FinTech, AgTech, EdTech, and FashionTech. These sectors are not only demonstrating economic growth but also advancing social and environmental transformation.
Blooms raises USD 2.6M to streamline agricultural trade
Mexican FinTech startup Blooms secured USD 2.6 million in seed funding to enhance international trade financing for agricultural exporters across Latin America. The company uses AI-driven solutions to improve liquidity and speed up cross-border transactions, aiming to build more resilient and sustainable supply chains in the agri-food sector.
Founded by Francisco Meré, who previously led digital bank Bankaool and founded Uellbee, Blooms is also backed by co-founders Rebeca Azaola and Miguel Hernández Storey. The round was supported by SP Ventures, Angel Ventures, The Yield Lab Latam, Eqwow Ventures, Glocal Managers, and Mercy Corps Ventures.
Poliglota secures USD 1.5M for U.S. expansion and B2B growth in Mexico
Chilean EdTech Poliglota raised USD 1.5 million through crowdfunding platform Broota, aiming to expand its B2B services in Mexico and enter the U.S. market. The company, already working with clients like Walmart and Engie, addresses the growing demand for English learning among Spanish-speaking professionals.
Poliglota leverages artificial intelligence to tailor content, assess progress, and improve educational outcomes. Co-founded by Nicolás Fuenzalida and Carlos Aravena, the startup received backing from Chile Global Ventures and a wide community of investors through Broota.
Vestuá lands USD 2.1M in FashionTech round led by H&M
Chilean circular fashion startup Vestuá closed a USD 2.1 million round led by H&M, marking the retail giant’s first investment in Latin America. Operating in Chile and Mexico, Vestuá plans to expand its logistics capacity and open physical stores in Mexico.
The platform enables users to resell second-hand clothing, aligning with an environmental mission focused on reducing the textile industry’s water footprint. Founded by Joaquín Zavala and Santiago Valdés, the round also included Manutara Ventures as an investor.
ClearLeaf raises USD 3.5M to advance regenerative agriculture
Costa Rican AgTech startup ClearLeaf raised USD 3.5 million in seed funding to scale its non-toxic crop protection solutions globally, including entry into the U.S. market. Its flagship product, GotaBlanca, is a broad-spectrum fungicide and bactericide that supports regenerative agriculture practices and avoids microbial resistance.
The company, co-founded by Lawrence Pratt, Agustín Büchert, and Alejandro Martínez Soto, promotes environmental and human health while enhancing farmers' profitability. Investors in the round include Hawthorne Food Ventures and M7 Ace NEO.
These recent investment rounds in Latam underscore the region’s growing relevance in the global startup landscape. With strong leadership, innovative technology, and socially conscious models, startups across Latin America are scaling sustainable solutions that address both local and international challenges. As funding continues to flow into sectors like FinTech, EdTech, AgTech, and FashionTech, the region is poised to deliver not just economic returns, but lasting impact.