Retained Profit
The portion of a company's profits that is not distributed as dividends but kept for future use.
Sale of assets
Process of selling resources of value owned by a business to free up capital.
Owner’s capital
Personal assets of the business owner used as a source of finance.
Overdrafts
Agreement with a bank allowing businesses to withdraw more money than available in their account.
Trade Credit
Short-term financing from suppliers allowing businesses to buy now and pay later.
Grants
Money provided by the government to businesses without the need for repayment.
Leasing
Renting equipment or machinery instead of purchasing outright.
Bank loans
Fixed-amount loans from banks used to finance long-term assets.
Venture capital
Private equity financing provided to startups with high growth potential.
Share capital
Money invested in a company by shareholders to access large amounts of capital.
Crowdfunding
Collective effort of individuals pooling small amounts of capital to finance a business venture.