Slack Files for U.S. Direct Listing on NYSE

Slack Files for U.S. Direct Listing on NYSE

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The video discusses Slack's financials, highlighting its growth in revenue and path to profitability. It explains Slack's decision to opt for a direct listing instead of an IPO, emphasizing the benefits of liquidity without dilution. The video also covers Uber's conservative valuation approach and the market's response to its growth challenges.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Slack's revenue growth from the previous year?

It tripled

It doubled

It decreased

It remained the same

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference between a direct listing and an IPO?

Direct listing involves underwriters

IPO does not involve banks

IPO does not create liquidity

Direct listing does not issue new shares

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Slack choose a direct listing over an IPO?

To increase publicity

To create shareholder liquidity without dilution

To raise more capital

To issue new shares

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Uber's announced share price range?

$50 to $60

$44 to $50

$60 to $70

$30 to $40

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge is Uber facing according to the market's response?

Increased competition from Lyft

Slowed growth and competition from DoorDash

High operational costs

Lack of investor interest