Startup Glossary

A Quant Startup refers to a startup that primarily uses quantitative analysis and algorithms to drive its business model, often seen in fintech, trading, or data analytics ventures.

Quantitative Analysis involves the use of mathematical and statistical techniques to understand behavior and predict outcomes, often applied in financial analysis and risk management.

Quantitative Easing for Startups (QES) creatively refers to policies or measures taken by governments or financial institutions to inject liquidity into the startup ecosystem, encouraging investment.

Quantitative Funding refers to funding decisions based on quantitative analysis, focusing on numerical data, financial metrics, and statistical models to assess investment viability.

Quantitative Metrics are numerical indicators used to measure and evaluate the performance or success of an organization, project, or investment, such as revenue, profit margins, or user growth.

Quantum of Solace, creatively applied, could refer to the minimum amount of comfort or satisfaction needed by entrepreneurs and investors after facing the challenges of startup ventures.

A Quarterly Business Review (QBR) is a meeting or report assessing a company`s performance over the past quarter, focusing on achievements, challenges, and strategic plans for the future.

A Quarterly Earnings Report is a quarterly filing made by public companies to report their performance, including net income, earnings per share, and revenue, providing insights to investors.

Quarterly Forecasting is the process of predicting a company`s financial performance, sales, or other key metrics for the upcoming quarter, aiding in strategic planning and decision-making.

A Quarterly Performance Review is a regular evaluation of a business`s performance against its objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs) over a three-month period.

Quarterly Tax Payments are tax payments made every quarter by self-employed individuals and businesses on estimated income, helping manage tax obligations throughout the year.

A Quasi-Contract is a legal concept where a court enforces an obligation on a party as if there was a contract, to prevent unjust enrichment in situations where no formal contract exists.

Quasi-Debt is a type of financing that combines elements of debt and equity financing, typically structured as subordinated debt with flexible repayment terms.

Quasi-Equity Financing is a type of investment that is structured to be similar to equity but is repaid like a loan, often used when traditional equity or debt financing is not suitable.

A Quasi-Experimental Design is a research strategy that lacks the full control of true experimental designs but allows for examination of cause-and-effect relationships under less rigid conditions.

Quasi-Fixed Costs are costs that are not strictly fixed or variable but have elements of both, fluctuating with business activity levels to some extent.

A Quasi-Government Entity is an organization that operates independently but is partially controlled or funded by the government, often involved in public-private partnerships.

Quasi-Governmental describes entities that possess both governmental and private characteristics, often established to undertake specific public purposes with a degree of autonomy.

A Quasi-Public Corporation is a type of company that operates in the private sector but provides services or goods that are typically within the realm of government responsibility.

A Quasi-Shareholder refers to individuals or entities that have an interest or stake in a company`s performance or outcomes without holding formal shares or equity.