O capital de risco
Example: O capital de risco financia startups com alto potencial de crescimento.
Definition
"O capital de risco" refers to funds provided by investors to startups and small businesses with high growth potential, usually in exchange for equity. It involves high risk but offers the possibility of substantial returns if the business succeeds.
Etymology
The term "o capital de risco" originates from Portuguese, where "capital" means money or assets, and "risco" means risk. It literally translates to 'risk capital,' reflecting the financial investment made under uncertain conditions to support new ventures. Did you know? This concept is closely tied to the emergence of venture capital in global economics.
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