EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 6 MIN
How Post-IPO Lockups Create Trading Volatility
from Tech IPO Conversations with Fexingo: Public Software Companies and Capital Markets · host Fexingo
In this episode of Tech IPO Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore why the end of the post-IPO lockup period is one of the most volatile moments for a newly public company. Using recent examples like Rivian and Palantir, they discuss the mechanics of lockup releases, how insiders plan their selling, and the data showing that shares often underperform in the months following the unlock. Lucas explains the 'lockup drift' phenomenon and why some companies like Airbnb have experimented with staggered releases. They also touch on how retail investors can prepare for the volatility without getting washed out. A must-listen for anyone holding IPO stocks or considering buying post-IPO. #IPO #Lockup #Volatility #Rivian #Palantir #Airbnb #InsiderSelling #PostIPO #TechStocks #CapitalMarkets #EquityMarkets #InvestmentStrategy #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TechIPOChat #PublicMarkets Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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In this episode of Tech IPO Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore why the end of the post-IPO lockup period is one of the most volatile moments for a newly public company. Using recent examples like Rivian and Palantir, they discuss the mechanics of lockup releases, how insiders plan their selling, and the data showing that shares often underperform in the months following the unlock. Lucas explains the 'lockup drift' phenomenon and why some companies like Airbnb have experimented with staggered releases. They also touch on how retail investors can prepare for the volatility without getting washed out. A must-listen for anyone holding IPO stocks or considering buying post-IPO. #IPO #Lockup #Volatility #Rivian #Palantir #Airbnb #InsiderSelling #PostIPO #TechStocks #CapitalMarkets #EquityMarkets #InvestmentStrategy #Business #Technology #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TechIPOChat #PublicMarkets Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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