Uber Is Said to Select Morgan Stanley to Lead Public Offering

The transcript discusses the involvement of Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs in Uber's IPO, highlighting the historical relationship between Uber and Goldman Sachs. It also covers the competitive landscape among banks like JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Goldman Sachs in securing roles in major IPOs, including Lyft's. The discussion touches on Uber's valuation, market conditions, and the strategic timing of IPOs, emphasizing the financial stakes and prestige for investment banks.

Which investment bank has been working with Uber from early on to prepare its IPO prospectus?

• Goldman Sachs

• Morgan Stanley

• JP Morgan

• Bank of America

What significant change at Uber provided Morgan Stanley an opportunity to establish a relationship?

• Increase in revenue

• Change in leadership

• Introduction of new technology

• Expansion into new markets

What factor is crucial for Uber's decision on the timing of its IPO?

• Competitor's strategies

• Regulatory changes

• Market conditions

• New product launches

Which bank is leading Lyft's IPO efforts?

• Morgan Stanley

• Goldman Sachs

• JP Morgan

• Citibank

What is a potential consequence for Uber if it does not list by the end of the next year?

• Loss of market share

• Increased competition

• Decrease in valuation

• Investors selling shares on the private market