Femtech’s Challenge: Growth, Gaps, and the Health Equity Imperative

What if the untapped health needs of half the global population represented a $100B opportunity? Femtech is evolving from niche fertility tools into a powerful driver of inclusive innovation in healthcare. This comprehensive Femtech investment report explores the sector’s rapid evolution, spotlighting high-growth trends, persistent funding inequities, and the pressing need for health equity.

Backed by HealthTech Alpha—Galen Growth’s proprietary platform for global digital health data and market intelligence—this Femtech investment report delivers unmatched, non-hyped, data-driven insights across the ecosystem. From startup traction to investor dynamics, it’s an essential resource for those looking to understand where innovation is happening—and where it’s falling short.

Key Insights Include

  1. Femtech venture growth has surged 3.2x over the last decade, but investment lags at 1.4x growth.
  2. Femtech’s share of global digital health funding dropped to 7.6% in Q1 2025 from 14.7% in 2020.
  3. 70% of Femtech startups under six years old remain pre-Series A, highlighting a critical funding bottleneck.
  4. Health system partnerships now surpass pharma deals, accounting for 23% of Femtech collaborations.
  5. M&A is heating up, with 56% of deals occurring between startups, signaling early consolidation.

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Pages Description Content
2-9 Introduction
10-23 Femtech’s Challenge 9 charts, 3 tables
24-32 Ecosystem Insights 12 charts, 2 tables
33-42 Investment Insights 9 charts, 4 tables
43-48 Cluster Focus 3 charts, 2 tables
49-55 Therapeutic Focus 5 charts, 2 tables
56-72 Regional Snapshots 21 charts, 3 tables
73-80 Key Information

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