Definition of Zombie Startup

A company that has been unable to generate significant revenue or grow its business, but continues to operate due to funding from investors. Zombie startups often have a difficult time attracting new customers and generating new ideas, and as a result, they often end up shuttering their businesses.

Example: The VC firm had a few zombie startups in their portfolio. The VC firm was working with these startups to increase their growth rate.


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The definition for "Zombie Startup" was last updated in 2023.

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Date: 04/20/2024

Word: Close It Out

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"Zombie Startup." Jargonism.com Dictionary, https://jargonism.com/words/1607. Accessed 04/20/2024.