Fundraising is a critical activity in the life cycle of a business. It not only provides the necessary capital to initiate operations but also supports expansion, acquisitions, and other strategic maneuvers. The process of fundraising, however, is far from straightforward. The duration of the fundraising process can vary dramatically depending on several factors, including the … Read more
The Funding Rounds Method In the old days, up until 1995, there was only the funding rounds method. Here is how it went: each time we needed to distribute a securities issue we were fixing a price according to the current state and valuation of the company who was the issuer. The main problems with … Read more
We can legitimately wonder whether the traditional securities are sufficient to answering the modern investor’s needs, Are not you fed up to invest in basket of securities or in large fortune 500 companies that are baskets of subsidiaries ? Upto now, securitizing intellectual property only meant using it as collateral like David Pullman the banker … Read more
A MasterSPAC is a Special Purpose Acquisition Company that acquires a target by financing its Initial Public Offering as described in this WhosWho article. This acquisition mode enables to restore the IPO value creation lost through the normal acquisition or merger in a normal SPAC. It has several other advantages that are described hereunder.
In an IPO, the Registrar plays an important role as a key intermediary between the company going public and its investors. Here are some of the key services provided by a Registrar during an IPO: Investor Verification: The Registrar verifies the credentials of investors to ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria set by the … Read more
The IPO process can be complex and challenging for companies, and there are several pitfalls that can arise along the way. Here are some common challenges and pitfalls that companies can encounter during the IPO process, and some ways to mitigate them: Market Volatility: Market volatility can have a significant impact on the success of … Read more
The risks associated with an IPO can be different from those associated with other forms of financing, such as private equity or debt financing. One of the key risks associated with an IPO is market risk. The price of the shares issued in an IPO is determined by market demand and can fluctuate based on … Read more
Companies can prepare for ongoing reporting and disclosure requirements after an initial public offering (IPO) by implementing effective corporate governance practices, developing strong internal controls, and investing in robust financial reporting systems. In addition, they can engage experienced legal and accounting professionals to ensure compliance with securities laws. Key requirements for maintaining compliance with securities … Read more
A transfer agent plays an important role in an initial public offering (IPO) by serving as an intermediary between a company going public and its shareholders. Here are some of the key services provided by a transfer agent during an IPO: Stock Issuance: The transfer agent helps with the issuance of new shares of stock … Read more
The lock-up period is determined by the underwriters of the Initial Public Offering (IPO) and is agreed upon between the underwriters and the company. The lock-up period is typically 180 days, although it can vary depending on the size and nature of the IPO. During the lock-up period, certain shareholders, such as company insiders and … Read more
