growth capital
/ˈɡroʊθ ˈkæpɪtəl/ · growth.cap.i.tal
noun
- Funding provided to companies to support their expansion and growth, typically in the form of venture capital or private equity. The startup secured growth capital from a prominent venture capital firm to scale its operations.
- The stage of a company's development where it requires significant funding to achieve rapid growth and expansion. The company was in the growth capital phase, requiring substantial investment to expand its market share.
Did you know? The term 'growth capital' is often used interchangeably with 'venture capital,' but it specifically refers to the funding provided to support a company's expansion and growth, rather than its initial startup phase.