This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing funds for newly formed companies and funds for existing companies experiencing a short-term shortage of capital. Funding may be in the form of equity or debt.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Granting short-term credit to business or commercial enterprises (other than in exchange for credit-related assets)--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 5222203, Commercial Finance Companies;
• Providing unsecured cash loans to individuals or consumers for non-specified purposes, including student loans--are classified in 522291, Consumer Lending; and
• Engaged in investing not provided for elsewhere--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 5239109, All Other Investors.