What are Deadpooled Companies?
Deadpooled companies are companies that have shut down operations and are no longer active.
This may happen due to business failure, liquidation, regulatory issues, or voluntary closure. You can filter for deadpooled companies using the Company Current Stage filter.
What is Pre-Money and Post-Money Valuation?
Pre-Money Valuation:
The value of a company before a new funding round.
Post-Money Valuation:
The value of a company immediately after a funding round.
Post-Money Valuation = Pre-Money Valuation + Investment Amount
For example, if a company is valued at $10M before raising $2M, its post-money valuation becomes $12M.
What are Marquee Customer Mentions?
Marquee Customer Mentions indicate whether a company has publicly disclosed well-known or notable customers. These customers are typically established brands, large enterprises, or recognized organizations. This metric helps assess a company’s credibility and market validation.
Who is an Accelerator?
An accelerator is an organization that supports early-stage startups through:
🔹 Structured mentorship programs
🔹 Funding or seed capital
🔹 Networking and industry access
🔹 Fixed-duration cohort programs
Examples include startup programs run by venture firms or ecosystem builders.
Who is a Facilitator in a Funding Round?
A facilitator is an entity that helps enable or structure a funding round. This may include:
Investment banks
Advisory firms
Placement agents
Financial intermediaries
They assist in bringing investors and companies together but are not necessarily direct investors.
What is EBITDA?
EBITDA stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization. It is a measure of a company’s operating performance and profitability before accounting for financial and accounting adjustments. EBITDA is commonly used to compare companies within the same industry.
What is CAGR?
CAGR stands for Compound Annual Growth Rate. It represents the average annual growth rate of a metric (such as revenue) over a period of time.
What is a Business Model?
A business model defines how a company creates, delivers, and captures value. It explains how the company generates revenue and who its target customers are.
What is a Legal Entity Presence Geography?
This indicates the country or region where a company has officially registered legal entities. It may differ from where the company generates revenue or has employees.