By Amber Deter Last year, investors speculated many companies would announce an IPO (initial public offering). But investors are still waiting for most of them to hit the market. That’s because the IPO process can take many months or even years to complete.
There are a few reasons a company decides to launch an IPO. The top reason is to raise capital. And in some cases, early investors want to cash out. Another benefit to going public is to increase brand visibility. Whatever the reason, going public can be a grueling and time-consuming process.
Below is a step-by-step guide to the IPO process. Let’s get …read more
