Question : Case Study 32
UVW Inc. is a technology startup aiming to raise funds for its innovative projects. The company's management is considering different methods of raising capital from the capital market.
Question:
If UVW Inc. chooses to issue new shares to the public, what is this process called?
Option 1: IPO (Initial Public Offering)
Option 2: Follow-on Public Offering (FPO)
Option 3: Private Placement
Option 4: Rights Issue
Correct Answer:
IPO (Initial Public Offering)
Solution : The correct answer is (a) IPO (Initial Public Offering)
An IPO is the first sale of a company's shares to the public, allowing the company to raise capital by selling ownership stakes to a wide range of investors. It's a significant event for a company, as it transitions from being privately held to becoming a publicly traded entity.