#IPO (Initial Public Offering)##Meaning
An Initial Public Offering (IPO) signifies a company’s debut on the public stock market.###Definition
An IPO (full form: Initial Public Offering) is when a private company first offers its shares to the public. This allows the company to raise capital from public investors.###Purpose
The primary purpose is to raise significant capital for business expansion or debt repayment. It also provides liquidity for early investors and founders.###Key Stages
Key stages include appointing investment banks, filing regulatory documents, marketing to investors (roadshow), and listing shares on a stock exchange.
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