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10 Realities Today Cause Startups To Bypass An IPO

Startup Professionals Musings

According to a recent Ernst & Young global report , the first half 2019 global IPO activity slowdown continued, following an unusually quiet Q1 2019 as ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade issues dampened IPO sentiment. Typical costs for startups today range from $250,000 to $1 million, even if the offering does not go through.

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10 Negatives That Still Make Going Public A High Risk

Startup Professionals Musings

According to a recent Ernst & Young global report , the first half of 2017 was the most active first half by global number of IPOs since 2007. In addition, huge amounts of executive time are required, as well as hits to key operational, accounting, and communication processes. Constant pressure to increase earnings.

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Taking Your Startup Public Is Fraught With Negatives

Startup Professionals Musings

According to a recent Ernst & Young global report , 2014 was a strong year with IPOs actually outperforming other indices by 10 percent. Yet they see warning lights flashing, based on a still fragile global economy, and volatile markets ahead. The M&A alternative looks simple by comparison.

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