Small Business Encyclopedia
Letter: V

Vehicle Fleet

Vehicles owned by a company and used for business purposes

Venture Capital

Funds flowing into a company, generally during pre-IPO process, in the form of an investment rather than a loan. Controlled by an individual or small group known as venture capitalists, these investments require a high rate of return and are secured by a substantial ownership position in the business.

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