Death Valley Curve

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Definition: Death Valley Curve


Death Valley Curve


Full Definition of Death Valley Curve


Colloquial term for the period of time before after start-up companies receive venture capital funds but before start-up companies generate revenues. Death valley curves refer to the fact that a startup is more likely to fail before it can establish a steady stream of revenue.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Death Valley Curve are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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