growth-stage-investment

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Growth stage investment' happens when investors give money to a company that's already successful, to help it grow even more. It's similar to planting a tree - it's already grown from a seed, but needs extra care to bear fruit.

Examples in Different Contexts

In venture capital, 'growth-stage investment' targets companies that are past the startup phase but need capital to expand rapidly. A venture capitalist might declare, 'We focus on growth-stage investments that promise a quick return on capital through scaling operations.'

Practice Scenarios

Startups

Scenario:

Our product is gaining traction in the local market. Perhaps it's time to look for opportunities to expand.

Response:

Certainly, securing growth stage investment now could help us expand our market faster.

Public-Policy

Scenario:

Our city infrastructure projects have been progressing well and we have a strong case for attracting more international funding.

Response:

Absolutely, attracting growth stage investment could drastically accelerate our infrastructure development plans.