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U.S. Venture Capital Raised Falls 30% in Q3

Capital Markets

U.S. Venture Capital Raised Falls 30% in Q3

Early- and late-stage deals fell as VC investors became more apprehensive with the drop in valuations and lack of exits.

By Vincent Ryan | November 16, 2022

Weekly Stat: High Volatility Index Readings Curb IPOs

Capital Markets

Weekly Stat: High Volatility Index Readings Curb IPOs

Companies hoping to go public have been stifled by the first-quarter’s volatility.

By Vincent Ryan | March 18, 2022

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

Are Unicorns Ready for Their Close-up?

Are Unicorns Ready for Their Close-up?

Going public doesn't necessarily prepare a company for being public, investor relations expert says.

By David McCann | April 3, 2019

IPO Market Enters 2019 on Shaky Ground

IPO Market Enters 2019 on Shaky Ground

But Renaissance Capital sees hope in the form of "a large backlog of unicorns firmly indicating plans to complete some of the largest-ever IPOs."

By Vincent Ryan | December 18, 2018

Institutional Investors Put Private CFOs in the Public Eye

Investor Relations

Institutional Investors Put Private CFOs in the Public Eye

The rise of "crossover investors" — institutional investors that fund private start-ups — blurs the line between public and private companies.

By Jeff Majtyka and Willa McManmon | September 21, 2018

How to Spot a Fraudulent M&A Target

Risk & Compliance

How to Spot a Fraudulent M&A Target

Here are some of the red flags of fraud that CFOs should watch out for when conducting due diligence.

By Melanie Chen | April 25, 2018

Many Factors Influence the Market for IPOs

Risk & Compliance

Many Factors Influence the Market for IPOs

Aside from disclosure regulations, the factors include politics, markets, investor demand, the business climate, and competition.

By Kurt Schacht | October 30, 2017

SEC Unfairly Seen as Scapegoat for IPO Slump

Risk & Compliance

SEC Unfairly Seen as Scapegoat for IPO Slump

The commission and Congress have actually done much to ease the way for new IPOs, a capital markets attorney says.

By Thomas Conaghan | October 30, 2017

This Week is the Biggest of 2017 for IPOs

This Week is the Biggest of 2017 for IPOs

Blue Apron listing is seen as a test for consumer offerings.

By William Sprouse | June 27, 2017

IPO Market Better, But Not Great, In Q1

IPO Market Better, But Not Great, In Q1

Twenty-five companies raised $9.9 billion in the first quarter of 2017, a stronger start than last year.

By Vincent Ryan | March 30, 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

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

IPOs Will Increase in 2nd Half: Bankers

IPOs Will Increase in 2nd Half: Bankers

But capital markets execs expect only $15 billion in IPO proceeds this year, the lowest total since 2003.

By Matthew Heller | June 22, 2016