442- Sketchy Going Public

Going public with a company, while often seen as a significant milestone, comes with several risks. The increased regulatory and compliance requirements can be burdensome and costly, and publicly traded companies must adhere to strict reporting standards which demand substantial time and resources. Going public also exposes a company to scrutiny from shareholders and the public at large, which can bring heightened pressure to meet short-term financial targets at the cost of long-term strategic decisions. All of this weighs heavily into the consideration of whether or not a company should pursue an IPO. After several weeks of discussing penny stocks, Phil and Danielle explore the reasoning behind why some companies choose to make this move while others are content keeping ownership private. Make sure you’re covering all of your bases when looking to invest in a new business by getting your free copy of the Rule #1 Must-Have Investing Checklist: https://bit.ly/49bSWZ7  Topics Discussed: Listing a company in US stock markets Microcap stocks Megacap stocks Raising capital for new businesses Pacific Exchange Resources Discussed: Shake Shack Rule of 72 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices