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Angel investor

An individual who provides Capital to one or more Startup companies. The individual is usually affluent or has a personal Stake in the success of the Venture. Such investments are characterized by High levels of Risk and a potentially large Return on investment.

Related Terms: 9 Capital, Cap, High, Pot, Return, Risk, Stake, Startup, Venture
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