Startup Investing

Vesting

Definition

What is Vesting?

The gradual earning of ownership rights over time or after milestones.

Example in practice

A founder's shares vest monthly over four years.

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A preliminary document outlining the main commercial terms of a proposed investment.

A company's agreed value immediately before a new investment.

A company's value immediately after adding new investment capital.

The rate at which a company spends cash, commonly measured monthly.

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