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VC

Definition

Venture Capital. A form of private equity provided to startups with high growth potential.

Deep Dive

Venture Capital is a form of financing that investors provide to startup companies and small businesses that are believed to have long-term growth potential. In exchange for the capital, the VC firm typically receives an equity stake (ownership) in the company.

Examples & Use Cases

  • 1A startup founder pitching their business to a VC firm in Silicon Valley
  • 2Closing a $10 million Series A round with a lead VC investor
  • 3Venture Capitalists taking a seat on the board of a company they invested in

Related Terms

StartupAngel InvestorEquity

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