p at least some control of the organization. With a public company, the organization will be subject not only to oversight by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), but also by a board of directors elected by the stockholders. In addition, any company that goes public could be the target of a takeover down the road, something that cannot happen to privately held organizations.
Factors that Influence an IPO's Success
Not all companies are candidates for raising capital in the public market. Companies that are good candidates are generally those that have a compelling product or service which can be "sold" to prospect
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