Key differences
- Regions: First Citizens (SVB) covers US, UK; Stifel Venture Banking covers US.
Side by side
| First Citizens (SVB) | Stifel Venture Banking | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Venture banking | Venture banking |
| Funding type | Venture banks | Venture banks |
| Estimated rate as of today | Rates shown to approved members | Rates shown to approved members |
| Pricing source | Estimated as of today | Estimated as of today |
| Time to cash | About 6 weeks | About 6 weeks |
| Typical size | About 25% of your last equity round | About 25% of your last equity round |
| Term | 12–48 months | 12–48 months |
| Requirements | Institutional VC backing | Institutional VC backing |
| Regions | US · UK | US |
| What they underwrite | Your company & investors | Your company & investors |
| Collateral | All company assets | All company assets |
| How you repay | Interest-only then amortize | Interest-only then amortize |
| Dilution | Small (warrants) | Small (warrants) |
First Citizens (SVB)
Rebuilt Silicon Valley Bank. Prime-based pricing; expects operating deposits.
Stifel Venture Banking
Venture loans and credit lines alongside banking services.
First Citizens (SVB) vs Stifel Venture Banking FAQ
What is the difference between First Citizens (SVB) and Stifel Venture Banking?
Regions: First Citizens (SVB) covers US, UK; Stifel Venture Banking covers US.
Which is cheaper for you?
The answer depends on your amount, term and revenue. The calculator prices both on the same basis — fees, warrants and dilution included.
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