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The Complicated Process of Going Public
00:58 - 06:10 (05:12)
Going public is a complicated process that requires confidence and learning the ropes. Negotiating the deal becomes more difficult when the rest of the board sees markdowns in their private assets.
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The success of a SPAC deal lies in its ability to maintain a consistent or increased stock value until the deal closes, to prevent investor redemptions and maintain investor confidence.
00:58 - 03:49 (02:50)
SPACs
Summary
The success of a SPAC deal lies in its ability to maintain a consistent or increased stock value until the deal closes, to prevent investor redemptions and maintain investor confidence. Otherwise, investors can file for redemption to receive their money back before the deal can be completed.
ChapterThe Complicated Process of Going Public
EpisodeE97: SPAC updates, public/private market overview, Putin's end game & more
PodcastAll-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
Going public can be a complicated process for CEOs, and when the markets are volatile, it can be harder to learn the ropes.
03:49 - 06:10 (02:21)
Going public
Summary
Going public can be a complicated process for CEOs, and when the markets are volatile, it can be harder to learn the ropes. Additionally, potential investors may opt to stay private if they can afford to, leading to hesitation when it's time to do a deal.