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They aren't public, so they get lumped in with the startups.

A more accurate description is probably "privately held".



Nah, the distinction is different. Startup usually means, not profitable or barely profitable and focused on growth.

A taco truck is not a startup. It’s tiny and private.

Cargill is not a startup. It’s massive and private.




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