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Germany's Stark valued at more than 1 billion euros in funding round, says Manager Magazin

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Posted on February 13, 2026

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Last updated: February 13, 2026

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Quick Summary

Stark Defence, a German drone maker, raised over 1 billion euros in funding, with contributions from Peter Thiel's Founders Fund and European investors.

Stark Defence Secures Over 1 Billion Euros in Latest Funding Round

Stark Defence Funding Overview

FRANKFURT, Feb 13 (Reuters) - Stark Defence took on new funding from investors a few weeks ago, increasing the overall value of the German startup firm and drone maker to more than 1 billion euros ($1.2 billion), Manager Magazin reported on Friday.

Investor Contributions

Without specifying its sources, the magazine said Peter Thiel's Founders Fund contributed a "double-digit" million euro amount, while European investors also took part in the funding round.

Government Contracts

Stark did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Manager Magazin said the company declined to comment.

Documents seen by Reuters showed on Tuesday that the German government plans to order strike drones worth 536 million euros from Stark and from Helsing, another German defence contractor.

($1 = 0.8434 euros)

(Reporting by Ludwig Burger, editing by Thomas Seythal)

Key Takeaways

•Stark Defence secures over 1 billion euros in funding.
•Peter Thiel's Founders Fund is a key investor.
•European investors participated in the funding round.
•German government plans to order drones from Stark.
•Stark's valuation now exceeds 1 billion euros.

Frequently Asked Questions about Germany's Stark valued at more than 1 billion euros in funding round, says Manager Magazin

1What is venture capital?

Venture capital is a type of private equity financing that provides funding to startups and small businesses with long-term growth potential in exchange for equity, or ownership stake.

2What is a funding round?

A funding round is a stage in the process of raising capital for a business, where investors provide money in exchange for equity or debt.

3What is a startup?

A startup is a newly established business, often in the early stages of development, focused on bringing a unique product or service to market.

4What is company valuation?

Company valuation is the process of determining the economic value of a business, often used for investment purposes, mergers, or acquisitions.

Stark Defence Funding Overview

Investor Contributions

Without specifying its sources, the magazine said Peter Thiel's Founders Fund contributed a "double-digit" million euro amount, while European investors also took part in the funding round.

Government Contracts

Stark did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Manager Magazin said the company declined to comment.

Documents seen by Reuters showed on Tuesday that the German government plans to order strike drones worth 536 million euros from Stark and from Helsing, another German defence contractor.

($1 = 0.8434 euros)

(Reporting by Ludwig Burger, editing by Thomas Seythal)

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is venture capital?

Venture capital is a type of private equity financing that provides funding to startups and small businesses with long-term growth potential in exchange for equity, or ownership stake.

2What is a funding round?

A funding round is a stage in the process of raising capital for a business, where investors provide money in exchange for equity or debt.

3What is a startup?

A startup is a newly established business, often in the early stages of development, focused on bringing a unique product or service to market.

4What is company valuation?

Company valuation is the process of determining the economic value of a business, often used for investment purposes, mergers, or acquisitions.