For decades, the traditional Initial Public Offering (IPO) has dominated the conversation when it comes to going public. However, as capital markets evolve and more founders seek flexibility, a disruptive model has taken hold – the direct listing. Once thought to be exclusive to tech unicorns, direct listings are now proving to be a highly […]
Business growth depends on more than great products and operations. To compete on a global scale, companies need visibility, capital access, and market trust. One of the most powerful tools to unlock all three is going public. But not all public listing paths are created equal. In 2025, the smartest route for forward-thinking founders and […]
Capital is the fuel of every ambitious business. Whether you’re scaling operations, expanding globally, or investing in innovation, raising capital efficiently is crucial. Traditionally, companies seeking to raise large amounts of capital looked to venture capital rounds or a public offering. However, both come with trade-offs – control, dilution, cost, and timing. Now, direct listings […]
Most founders think going public means waiting months (or years) before they or their early investors can sell. That’s because most IPOs have lock-ups: 180-day periods where no one can sell shares—even if the company is thriving. But with a Nasdaq Direct Listing, there’s no lock-up. Founders, employees, and early investors can sell on day […]
If you’re comparing IPO vs. Direct Listing, it’s easy to get lost in jargon. But here’s the bottom line: A Nasdaq Direct Listing with Capital Raise (DLCR) gives your company everything the IPO offers—and more—without the hidden costs, delays, and complications. Comparison Feature IPO DLCR Raise Capital ✅ ✅ Underwriter Required ✅ ❌ Lock-Up Period […]
If you’re preparing your company for a public debut, you’re likely exploring every option—traditional IPO, SPAC, or staying private a little longer. But here’s what more founders are discovering: Nasdaq Direct Listings with Capital Raise (DLCR) let you go public faster, cheaper, and without giving up control. What Is a Direct Listing with Capital Raise? […]
Are you interested in buying an existing business? Then, you are making the most crucial decision in your life. You are taking the first step to become an entrepreneur without starting an entirely new business from scratch. Research says that every year 500,000 businesses are sold and bought. The number will increase in the coming […]
Due diligence is considered as something more than an attempt made by a buyer to authenticate the worthiness as stated to the buyer by the seller. It is stated as something more than just this. If considered in a broader aspect, due diligence is considered as a model for a buyer to become comfortable with […]
We all know about the “Caveat Emptor” principle. It is the principle that states that the buyer alone is responsible for ensuring the standard of quality and sustainability of a product before purchasing it. However, it goes beyond the simple verification of the financial information provided by the buyer. That’s where the due diligence process […]
To be outgrowing in the market, one needs to have out-of-the-box ideas. You need to be creative and strategic to stand out in a profitable position, solve your customer’s issues, and come up with products or services that the market demands. Now there can be two ways. Either build your own startup that involves proper […]
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