Private Equity Glossary

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Pitch Deck
A concise presentation used by startups to pitch their business model and financing needs to investors.

Placement Agent
A financial intermediary assisting funds in raising capital from institutional investors.

Post‑Money Valuation
The value of a company immediately after an investment round, calculated as pre-money valuation plus new capital invested.

Pre‑Money Valuation
The value of a company immediately before new capital is invested.

Private Equity
An investment class focused on acquiring stakes in private companies, often through leveraged buyouts or growth capital.