Equity dilution occurs when a company issues new shares, lowering the ownership percentage, voting power, and per-share value of existing shareholders.
For example, a startup founder owns 100% of her company. When she raises $500,000 from a venture investor in exchange for a 25% stake, she experiences equity dilution — her ownership drops to 75%, though the total value of her stake may still increase if the investment drives company growth.
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