MOIC (Multiple on Invested Capital)
Definition
MOIC measures how many times an investment multiplied: total value returned divided by capital invested, ignoring time.
How it comes up in fundraising
A $1M check returning $5M is a 5x MOIC regardless of whether it took three years or ten; pair with IRR for the time dimension.
Frequently asked questions
What MOIC do VCs need on winners?
Because most investments return little, funds need their winners at 10x or more for the portfolio to clear 3x overall.
What is the difference between gross and net MOIC?
Gross is before fees and carry; net is what LPs actually receive.
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