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Early investment to help founders develop their idea, often from friends, family, or angel investors. Typically used for market research and product development.

Initial funding to establish the business and develop the product further, possibly from angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists. Investors expect a clear business model and potential for growth.

Advanced funding for product refinement and market fit after proof of concept, typically from venture capitalists. Investors expect solid revenue streams, a growing user base, and a scalable product.

Funding to scale successful products and expand market presence firmly. It involves more substantial venture capital firms and possibly private equity investors. The company is expected to show rapid growth and a path to profitability.

Capital to scale the company quickly and effectively, often focused on scaling internationally and making strategic acquisitions. By now, the company is more mature, and investors may include late-stage VCs, hedge funds, or investment banks.

Less common round intended for special situations such as preparing for an IPO or needing extra capital for scaling due to high market demand. Companies have robust business models, and investors might be a mix of private equity, hedge funds, and banks.

Rare funding rounds for specialized needs like aggressively outpacing competitors or funding massive projects. Companies are typically well-established, and the valuation is high. Investors include a mix of all previous types plus perhaps sovereign wealth funds.

Short-term debt that converts into equity, typically when a future financing round occurs. Investors expect a discounted rate compared to later investors and may have a cap on valuation.

Funding from affluent individuals who provide capital for startups often in exchange for convertible debt or ownership equity. They expect significant returns due to the high risk and may seek involvement in the company's decisions.

Financing from funds that manage the pooled money of investors to invest in startups and small businesses with high growth potential. VCs expect equity and significant involvement in company decisions.

Funding provided with the agreement that the startup will pay back the principal plus interest. It does not dilute ownership. Investors expect regular repayments and a low-risk venture that has stable cash flows.

Raising small amounts of capital from a large number of people, typically through an online platform. Investors may expect rewards, product pre-orders, equity, or debt-like returns depending on the crowdfunding model used.

A hybrid of debt and equity financing that gives the lender the rights to convert the debt into equity in case of default, after other senior debts are paid. Investors expect high-interest rates or a share in the company.

Funding the company through personal finances or the operating revenues of the new company. Investors, in this case the founders, expect to retain full control while growing the company responsibly without external capital.