Earnout
Definition
An earnout is a portion of acquisition consideration paid only if the acquired company hits agreed post-close targets, such as revenue or retention milestones.
Wie es im Fundraising vorkommt
Acquirers use earnouts to bridge valuation gaps; founders should treat earnout value as at-risk, since hitting targets inside another company is partly outside their control.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Are earnouts usually paid in full?
Often not; integration changes, resource decisions, and target design all affect outcomes, so negotiate objective metrics and control provisions.
How long do earnout periods run?
Commonly one to three years after closing.
Verwandte Begriffe
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