Where proceeds go
Distinguish newly issued shares from existing holders selling. FinFly recommends checking who receives the proceeds.
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What an IPO does
An IPO generally means a company’s first public share offering.
Read the prospectus
It covers business, finances, risks and offer terms. A promotional valuation is not a substitute.
Registration is not endorsement
SEC disclosure review does not assess an IPO’s investment merits. Registration rules vary by jurisdiction.
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