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Burn multiple

Burn multiple is a capital-efficiency metric that measures how much net cash a startup burns to generate each dollar of net new annual recurring revenue.

Accurate as of Aug 23, 2026

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Burn rateBurn rate is the pace at which a startup uses cash, usually measured monthly as gross burn or net burn.RunwayRunway estimates how many months a company can operate before cash runs out, based on cash balance and burn rate.Accredited investorAn accredited investor is a person or entity that meets one or more eligibility criteria under U.S. securities law. The criteria can involve income, net worth, professional credentials, or entity status.

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Usage can vary across firms, programs, and jurisdictions; this definition describes the venture-scouting context.