English · Work & Business
valuation
/ˌvæl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/
[/ˌvæl.juˈeɪ.ʃən/]
estimated worth
Advancednoun
Definition
An estimate of the monetary worth of a company, asset, or property.
Example
The startup reached a billion-dollar valuation after its latest funding round closed.
The startup reached a billion-dollar valuation after its latest funding round closed.
Etymology
From Latin 'valere' (to be worth); the financial sense is established.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in investment, mergers, and startup finance.