aggressive growth
[ə-ˈɡre-siv ˈɡrōth]
noun phrase
crescimento agressivo
1. A financial strategy or investment approach that prioritizes rapid expansion and high returns, often involving higher risk and significant capital deployment
The startup pursued an aggressive growth strategy to capture market share quickly.
A startup seguiu uma estratégia de crescimento agressivo para capturar rapidamente a participação de mercado.
2. In portfolio management, an investment style focused on capital appreciation through growth stocks and emerging opportunities rather than stability
An aggressive growth fund typically invests in high-potential technology and biotech companies.
Um fundo de crescimento agressivo geralmente investe em empresas de tecnologia e biotecnologia com alto potencial.
3. Rapid business expansion characterized by bold marketing, acquisitions, or market penetration tactics
The company's aggressive growth led to expansion into five new markets within two years.
O crescimento agressivo da empresa levou à expansão para cinco novos mercados em dois anos.
In both American and Brazilian business contexts, 'aggressive growth' is a legitimate and respected investment strategy, particularly common among venture capitalists, startups, and growth-stage companies. In the US, it's often associated with tech industry scaling. In Brazil, it reflects the dynamic business culture of emerging markets and the competitive landscape in São Paulo's financial sector. The term carries positive connotations in entrepreneurial contexts but implies higher risk compared to conservative approaches.
NYC Slang
going hard / going all-in / full send (informal equivalent for aggressive market approach)
Related Idioms & Phrases
go for broke (pursue aggressive growth strategy)
shoot for the moon (ambitious growth targets)
put all eggs in one basket (high-risk aggressive growth)
strike while the iron is hot (capitalize on aggressive expansion opportunities)
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