startup capital
[/ˈstɑːrtʌp ˈkæpɪtəl/]
nounpl: startup capitals
capital inicial
1. The money required to start a new business or venture, covering initial expenses such as equipment, inventory, permits, and operational costs before the business becomes profitable
They secured $500,000 in startup capital to launch their tech company.
Eles conseguiram $500 mil em capital inicial para lançar sua empresa de tecnologia.
2. The initial investment or funding needed to establish a business operation from inception
Without adequate startup capital, many entrepreneurs struggle to get their businesses off the ground.
Sem capital inicial adequado, muitos empreendedores lutam para tirar suas empresas do papel.
In Brazil's growing entrepreneurship ecosystem, especially in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, securing startup capital through venture capital firms, angel investors, and government programs (like BNDES) is crucial for tech startups. In the US, particularly in NYC and Silicon Valley, startup capital discussions are deeply embedded in business culture, with formal pitching to investors being standard practice.
NYC Slang
seed money, dough to get started
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