Peru's economy shows a mix of large industrial firms and new technology startups. For instance, materials company Kymera International has raised $775.2M in funding.
At the other end of the spectrum, AI startup Artificio is building autonomous driving technology with $200k in pre-seed funds. This collection of companies highlights the country's varied business scene.
Below is our list of 10 Peru startups worth keeping an eye on.
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| Headquarters | Barranco, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2022 |
| Founders | Arturo Deza, Binxu Wang, Colin Conwell, William Berrios |
| Funding Amount | $200k |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | Pareto Holdings, Edward Lando, Cory Levy, Nadav Ben-Chanoch |
Talently runs an intensive program designed to help software developers land better tech jobs anywhere in the world. Their training focuses on upskilling engineers and connecting them with global employment opportunities.
| Headquarters | Lima, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | Doménica Obando |
| Funding Amount | $3.7M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | 500 Global, Latin Leap, Alaya Capital, MrPink VC, UTEC Ventures |
Syntax builds an AI-powered language coach that helps professionals enhance their communication skills through conversation. Their platform provides a space for users to practice speaking and receive instant feedback to build confidence.
| Headquarters | Lima, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2023 |
| Founders | Pedro Francisco Dominguez Aspilcueta |
| Funding Amount | $100k |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Angel |
| Top Investors | Platanus |
OlaClick provides businesses with a free tool to create a digital menu and receive orders directly through WhatsApp. Their system helps restaurants and local shops increase sales by simplifying the customer ordering experience without charging commission fees.
| Headquarters | Lima, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Carol Riboud, Jose Rico, Morgan Zysman, Ulysse LItchlé |
| Funding Amount | $5.9M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | Tribe Capital, Goodwater Capital, Y Combinator, Meta, Caffeinated Capital |
Chazki runs a logistics platform providing private transportation and delivery services for the e-commerce, retail, and CPG industries. They focus on last-mile solutions to help businesses efficiently ship products to their customers.
| Headquarters | Lima, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Gonzalo Begazo, Luis Miguel Frisancho |
| Funding Amount | $7.9M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (51-250) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | Wayra, NXTP Ventures, Fen Ventures, INCA VENTURES |
EQUIP builds a B2B marketplace for the construction industry in Latin America. Their platform connects construction firms with a network of suppliers to purchase materials quickly, securely, and at the best price.
| Headquarters | Lima, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | Alexis Vasquez Garcia, Cesar Rivera, Tiago Del Rio |
| Funding Amount | $1.8M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | Alaya Capital, Unpopular Ventures, Edward Lando, Pareto Holdings, UTEC Ventures |
They built Latin America's largest learning platform, a central resource for university and college students. The platform provides a vast library of shared study materials and AI-powered tools for tutoring and exam preparation.
| Headquarters | Lima, Lima, Peru |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Carlos Effio |
| Funding Amount | $2M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | GSV Ventures, Latitud, Salkantay Ventures, UTEC Ventures, xEdu |
3 Additional Peru Startups Worth Following
The top seven are just a small slice of the exciting work happening in Peru. Founders are building companies in many areas, from food and logistics to fintech, and have raised over $54 million together. Some of these businesses are just getting started, while others are more established. Here’s a look at a few more companies helping to define the country's startup ecosystem.