Will IPOs See a Trump Boost in 2017?

The video discusses the IPO market trends from 2016 to 2017, highlighting the weak market in 2016 due to global events like Brexit and low oil prices. It provides an optimistic outlook for 2017, especially in the US, with a focus on enterprise software and consumer technology sectors. The discussion also covers the readiness of unicorns for IPOs, the impact of market volatility, and economic factors such as interest rates and the Trump administration's policies. The health of the private market is also examined, noting a slowdown in fundraising compared to previous years.

What were some of the global events that contributed to the slowdown in the IPO market in 2016?

• The US presidential election

• Brexit and low oil prices

• The rise of unicorn companies

• Increased interest rates by the Fed

Which sectors were expected to have a strong presence in the IPO market in early 2017?

• Enterprise software and consumer technology

• Retail and e-commerce

• Automotive and manufacturing

• Healthcare and pharmaceuticals

What is a key factor that can affect the enthusiasm for IPO listings?

• The number of unicorn companies

• The number of new startups

• The amount of private funding available

• The level of market volatility

How did the private market fundraising environment in 2016 compare to 2015?

• It was more aggressive in 2016

• It was non-existent in 2016

• It remained the same

• It was slower in 2016

What is a potential concern for the private market in 2017?

• The aggressiveness of non-traditional capital sources

• The rise of new startups

• The decline of unicorn companies

• The increase in public market listings