Initial Public Offering

Breaking down Wall Street jargon, strategies and concepts into plain english explanations for retail investors

What Are SPACs? How Do They Work and What Are the Benefits?

What Are SPACs? How Do They Work and What Are the Benefits?

An introduction to SPACS, its history, how it works, and evaluating its benefits
Investing Basics Stocks Special Purpose Acquisition Company Issuing Shares Blank Check Firm Mergers & Acquisitions Initial Public Offering Negotiation Underwriters Institutional Investors Stock Dividends Market Entry Portfolio Holdings Public Corporation Stock Trading Reduced Risk Portfolio Investment Earnings Calculations Takeover
What Are Direct Listings? and How Do They Differ from IPOs?

What Are Direct Listings? and How Do They Differ from IPOs?

An introduction to direct listings, how it works, their benefits, and how it’s different from an IPO
Investing Basics Stocks Direct Listing Stock Trading Market Liquidity Stock Volatility Initial Public Offering Securities NYSE NASDAQ Capital Raising Investment Strategies Share Value Public Corporation Portfolio Investment
What Is an IPO (Initial Public Offering)?

What Is an IPO (Initial Public Offering)?

Understanding IPOs, why they’re significant, the risks involved, how they operate, and factors that determine their success
Investing Basics Stocks Public Corporation Stock Market Earnings Per Share Initial Public Offering Stock Release Share Value Equity Funding Market Entry