IPO Explained: What It Means When a Company Goes Public

An IPO, or initial public offering, is when a private company sells its shares to the general public for the first time. Ryan explains the difference between the primary market, where companies raise new capital, and the secondary market, where most everyday stock trading happens. Every stock you buy on the NYSE or Nasdaq is a secondary-market transaction.Ryan also covers why companies choose to go public, including raising capital, giving early investors a way out, and building brand visibility, along with the real costs that come with it, like quarterly reporting, regulatory burdens, and pressure from shareholders. A clear, practical look at how companies move from private to public and what it means for everyday investors.Find "Your Fiscal Physical" the book on AmazonIf you have suggestions or feedback, please email us at: [email protected], as always, Stay the Course!