Liz Myers on IPOs, Tech Deals

The video discusses the IPO pipeline for 2016 and 2017, highlighting sectors like technology, financial services, healthcare, and consumer retail. It explores the potential for large technology IPOs and future trends in software and virtual reality. The video also examines the impact of leverage on the IPO market, emphasizing the importance of quality deals and investor confidence. A case study of the Patheon IPO illustrates how companies manage leverage and investor expectations.

Which sectors were highlighted as having a broad range of deals ready for IPOs in 2016 and 2017?

• Real Estate and Construction

• Agriculture and Mining

• Technology and Financial Services

• Automotive and Aerospace

What is a key factor companies consider when deciding to go public?

• The presence of market ghosts

• The number of employees

• The color of their logo

• The location of their headquarters

What was the average aftermarket performance of IPOs in 2016?

• 25%

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

What is a common concern for investors regarding companies with high leverage?

• The company's office location

• The company's ability to pay down debt

• The company's logo design

• The company's social media presence

Which company was mentioned as an example of a successful IPO despite high leverage?

• Google

• Amazon

• Patheon

• Tesla