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Cap table, ownership & dilution · Core

Cap table

Also called: capitalization table

ELI5

A table showing company ownership and securities.

Used in conversation

“The cap table must reconcile with legal records.”

Definition

Common shorthand for capitalisation table.

Here “Cap table” means: Common shorthand for capitalisation table.

Pitch context

You will see “Cap table” in fundraising decks, data rooms, term sheets and investor conversations when the discussion reaches cap table, ownership & dilution.

Why it matters: In cap table, ownership & dilution, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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