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How to think about valuation at pre-seed and seed

At pre-seed, there may be little financial history or comparable data to support a valuation. Investors therefore test your proposed price against the company’s stage and the exit value needed to produce a return. Consider both, including what happens if the next round cannot support the price you agree now.
Foundation7 min readLast reviewed 2 September, 2026From the investor’s perspective

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