Companies can raise capital through various means:
- Equity Financing: Involves selling shares of the company to investors, who then gain ownership stakes. - Debt Financing: Involves borrowing money in the form of loans or issuing bonds, which must be repaid with interest. - Venture Capital: Involves securing funding from investors who provide capital in exchange for equity, often used by startups. - Crowdfunding: Involves raising small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via online platforms.