IPO

 

IPO or Initial Public Offering is the first sale of stock by a company or issuer to the public. IPOs are usually underwritten by an investment bank or syndicate who then approach investors with offers to sell the shares. The offering includes issuance of shares to raise new capital for the company. In an IPO, Corporate Finance helps the issuer structure the transaction, create an equity story, and determine the most suitable listing place. The Equity Capital Markets teams, working together with the Research and Sales teams, assist clients in the placement of the shares.

Related Concepts: Corporate Finance Deal Origination Issuer Prospectus Securitization Syndication Underwriting Valuation   Available Positions Related to IPO: Alternative Investments jobs Corporate Finance jobs Investment Banking jobs Private Equity jobs

Relevant Functional Areas: Alternative Investments Equity Capital Markets Investment Banking Private Equity Structured Finance   Related Job Titles: Capital Markets Banker Fundraiser Market Risk Structuring   Synonyms: Flotation Initial Public Offering Offering