Initial Public Offering
An initial public offering, or IPO, is the process through which a private company offers shares of its stock to the public for the first time. This allows the company to raise capital by selling ownership stakes to investors. An IPO typically involves a series of steps including selecting underwriters, determining the offering price, and filing registration statements with regulatory authorities. Going public through an IPO can provide a company with increased visibility, liquidity, and access to additional funding for growth and expansion.