Funding Rounds Data Overview

An overview of the Funding Rounds Data within AlphaSense

• What is Funding Rounds Data?
• Types of Funding Rounds
• Example Data Points
• How to Access Funding Rounds Data

What is Funding Rounds Data?

Funding rounds refer to stages in a company's growth when it raises capital from external investors in exchange for equity or ownership stakes in the company. These rounds are typically structured to provide the company with the necessary funds to fuel its growth, expand operations, develop products, or achieve other business objectives. Funding rounds are common among startups but can also occur with more established companies seeking additional capital for expansion or restructuring.

Types of Funding Rounds

Seed Round: 

• The initial stage of financing for a startup, typically provided by angel investors, venture capitalists, or incubators. Seed funding helps startups develop their business idea, build a prototype, and conduct initial market research.

Series A: 

• The first significant round of financing after the seed stage. Series A funding is typically provided by venture capital firms and is used to further develop the company's product or service, expand its team, and scale operations.

Series B, C, D, etc.: 

• Subsequent rounds of funding as the company grows and scales its operations. Each series typically involves larger investment amounts and may involve different types of investors, such as venture capital firms, private equity funds, or corporate investors.

Late-stage Rounds: 

• Funding rounds that occur when a company is more mature and closer to an exit event, such as an initial public offering (IPO) or acquisition. Late-stage rounds may involve large institutional investors or sovereign wealth funds and are often used to fund further growth, expand into new markets, or prepare for an IPO.

Example Data Points

• Announcement Date

• Funding Type (eg: Series B)

• Funding Stage

• Name (of funded company)

• Investors

• Amount Raised

• Transaction Description

• Post-Money Valuation

How to Access Funding Rounds Data

• Select the Screener icon from the lefthand tool bar.
• Click on the Funding tab from the Screener Homepage.