Frequently asked questions
What is a secondary equity offering?
A secondary equity offering occurs when current shareholders sell their shares to the public after the company has gone public.
What is the difference between primary and secondary equity offerings?
Primary equity offerings involve a company selling new shares to raise capital, while secondary equity offerings involve current shareholders selling their existing shares.
What is the difference between an IPO and a secondary offering?
An IPO is the first public sale of a company`s shares, while a secondary offering is when existing shareholders sell their shares after the IPO.