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IPOs: How to Reverse the Winner’s Curse

IPOs: How to Reverse the Winner’s Curse

Companies may have good reasons to go public, but the hoped-for shareholder return often doesn't come. Here are some thoughts for overcoming that obstacle.

By David McCann | February 12, 2020

Lawyer to Head SEC Corporate Finance Unit

Risk & Compliance

Lawyer to Head SEC Corporate Finance Unit

New SEC chief Jay Clayton names Silicon Valley attorney William Hinman to lead the critical division that oversees public company filings.

By Matthew Heller | May 10, 2017

NYSE to Hold Test Run for Snap IPO

NYSE to Hold Test Run for Snap IPO

The exchange is hoping to avoid technical glitches ahead of the long-awaited unicorn offering.

By Sean Allocca | February 15, 2017

IPO Market Drops to 7-Year Low

IPO Market Drops to 7-Year Low

A disconnect between private and public valuations caused many tech companies to push back their offerings or withdraw them altogether.

By Sean Allocca | December 20, 2016

The Year in Review

The Year in Review

From Brexit to Trump, 2016 has been a busy year. Take our quiz for a look back at some of the most memorable stories in CFO from the past 11 months.

By CFO Staff | December 20, 2016

Tech Breathes New Life into IPO Market

Tech Breathes New Life into IPO Market

The sluggish IPO market is on track for one of its worst years since 2009, but a blockbuster tech deal could be the catalyst for a resurgent fourth quarter.

By Sean Allocca | October 6, 2016

Venture Capital Has Best Quarter in 10 Years

Venture Capital Has Best Quarter in 10 Years

VC firms raised $12 billion during the first quarter, suggesting investors are confident the IPO market will rebound.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | April 11, 2016

Finance Roundup for Executives

Corporate Finance

Finance Roundup for Executives

Be informed, get involved, and shape the world through finance. Read CFO.com's most recent headlines and standout stories.

By Kerry Maruna | March 22, 2016

IPO Drought Ends With Two Biotech Deals

IPO Drought Ends With Two Biotech Deals

In the first U.S. offerings since December, U.S. and Chinese biotech firms raised about $252 million.

By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 3, 2016

Twitter IPO Comes at Hot Time for Listings

Twitter IPO Comes at Hot Time for Listings

The number of initial public offerings in the U.S. jumped in the third quarter, and analysts expect that trend to continue this fall.

By Marielle Segarra | October 4, 2013

Internet Shortcut for Capital Markets: Running in Circles

Capital Markets

Internet Shortcut for Capital Markets: Running in Circles

If you're counting on the Internet as a shortcut to the capital markets, better think again.

By Steve Bergsman | June 1, 1999