Private Placement  A Private Placement is a fundraising method where securities (stocks, bonds, or convertible instruments) are sold directly to a limited number of accredited investors, such as venture capital firms, high-net-worth individuals, or institutional funds, without offering them to the public through a stock exchange. Private placements are favored for their: 

• Faster execution. 

• Lower regulatory burdens. 

• Flexible deal terms. 

• Confidentiality. 

They are commonly used by startups, private companies, and even publicly listed firms seeking capital without public market exposure.