IPO window widening; the importance of equity research

On the latest episode of The Pipeline podcast, Mark Lehmann, vice chair of Citizens Financial Group Inc.'s commercial bank, said he expects to see a broader subset of companies pursue initial public offerings in 2026. Lehmann also talked about his company's equity‑research approach, which involves having analysts dive deep into a narrow portion of growth‑oriented sectors, and how his law degree helps him in the world of financial services.   More S&P Global Market Intelligence Content:   Webinar: M&A in Focus: Dealmakers' Discussion on the 2026 Outlook Market Intelligence research: Big Picture 2026 M&A Outlook: Big deals drive resurgence Webinar: The State of the Middle Market Credits: Host: Joe Mantone Guest: Mark Lehmann