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  "limitations": "This is dated market research. Coverage may be delayed, incomplete or unavailable.",
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  "citation": "Sharemaestro, Hercules Capital, Inc. (HTGC), 2026-08-16, https://sharemaestro.com/evidence/70156f68-4124-425a-8f6a-37404bdbaad3/"
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