README.md

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title: Startup Equity Calculator
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sdk: gradio
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app_file: app.py
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license: mit
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# Startup Equity Calculator

A comprehensive tool to calculate and compare the value of startup stock options across multiple exit scenarios.

## Features

- 📊 **Multi-scenario analysis** - Compare conservative, base case, and optimistic exits
- ⚖️ **Liquidation preferences** - Handles participating vs non-participating preferred stock
- 📈 **Visual analytics** - Interactive charts showing option values and ROI
- 🧮 **Detailed calculations** - Liquidation waterfall showing how proceeds are distributed

## How to Use

1. **Enter your cap table details**: Total shares, your options, strike price
2. **Add funding rounds**: Include any Seed, Series A, or Series B rounds  
3. **Define exit scenarios**: Create multiple scenarios to compare outcomes
4. **Analyze results**: Review the comparison table and visual charts

## Disclaimer

This tool is for educational purposes only. Consult with financial and tax professionals before making investment decisions.