undeployed capital
[/ˌʌndɪˈplɔɪd ˈkæpɪtəl/]
nounpl: undeployed capital / undeployed capitals
capital não investido / capital ocioso / capital imobilizado
1. Money or financial resources that are available but not yet invested, allocated, or put into productive use in a business or investment portfolio
The company held significant undeployed capital waiting for the right acquisition opportunity.
A empresa mantinha capital considerável não investido aguardando a oportunidade certa de aquisição.
2. Funds held in reserve by investors, private equity firms, or corporations that have not yet been committed to specific projects or investments
The venture capital fund had $50 million in undeployed capital ready for new startups.
O fundo de capital de risco tinha 50 milhões de dólares em capital não investido pronto para novas startups.
3. Financial assets that are liquid but temporarily unused, representing opportunity cost for the investor
Undeployed capital in savings accounts earns minimal returns compared to market investments.
Capital não investido em contas poupança gera retornos mínimos comparados aos investimentos de mercado.
In Brazil's financial markets, the concept of 'capital não investido' is particularly relevant during economic uncertainty or when private equity firms are awaiting strategic opportunities. The term 'pólvora seca' (dry powder) has become increasingly popular in São Paulo's financial district, reflecting American influence in venture capital terminology. This concept is critical in discussions about corporate liquidity, M&A readiness, and investment fund performance metrics.
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