Gotham's Greenblatt Says Plunge in IPOs Is Starving Firms of Capital

The video discusses the trend of private companies staying private longer and its impact on businesses. It highlights the shrinking number of public companies despite growing market caps, attributing this to high regulatory costs. This situation hinders small businesses from raising funds in public markets, affecting business formation. The video also points out that private markets only finance specific types of companies, leaving many businesses without necessary funding. A solution is needed to enable more companies to access public markets.

What has been the trend in the number of public companies over the last 20 years?

• The number of public companies has decreased by half.

• The number of public companies has increased slightly.

• The number of public companies has remained the same.

• The number of public companies has doubled.

Why might small businesses find it challenging to go public?

• They have insufficient profits.

• They face high regulatory costs.

• They are not innovative enough.

• They lack interest from investors.

What has been the effect of legislation aimed at reducing regulatory costs for small businesses?

• It has had no impact.

• It has been highly effective.

• It has increased the number of public companies.

• It has been ineffective for various reasons.

Which types of companies do private markets typically finance?

• Main Street businesses

• High-flying tech companies

• Non-profit organizations

• Traditional manufacturing companies

What is a potential solution to help more businesses access public markets?

• Increase regulatory costs

• Develop solutions to reduce entry barriers

• Focus only on tech companies

• Limit private equity investments