Shares & the stock market
What is an IPO? How to invest before a stock hits the market
In this video, Dan Coatsworth, Head of Markets breaks down everything you need to know about initial public offerings (IPOs), also known as stock market flotations — including how they work, why companies list on the stock market, and how everyday investors can now get access before shares start trading on the stock market.
Whether you're a beginner investor or looking to add something new to your portfolio, understanding IPOs could open up a whole new way to invest.
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