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Decacorn

Definition

A privately held startup company valued at over $10 billion.

Deep Dive

A decacorn is a privately held startup company that has achieved a valuation of $10 billion or more. The term signifies an extremely rare and highly successful venture, representing a significant leap beyond the more commonly recognized "unicorn" status (companies valued at $1 billion). Decacorns are typically disruptors in their respective industries, characterized by hyper-growth, innovative technology, and a substantial market footprint, attracting massive investor confidence.

Examples & Use Cases

  • 1SpaceX
  • 2Bytedance
  • 3Stripe

Related Terms

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