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Warrant

A warrant is a security or contract that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy a specified number or value of company shares at a specified exercise price before a specified expiration date.

Accurate as of Aug 23, 2026

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Down roundA down round is a financing round in which a startup sells new equity at a lower valuation or lower price per share than a previous priced financing.Pre-money valuationPre-money valuation is the agreed value of a company immediately before a new investment round closes.SAFEA SAFE is an agreement where an investor gives a startup money now in exchange for the right to receive equity later, usually when the company raises a priced round.

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