Companies itching to go public face a tough choice as the fall IPO window opens: take the leap with markets near all-time highs, or wait until next year when risks around interest rates and the US election have faded https://t.co/6Ihky7OdsK Private equity marks clog IPO supply
One of the popular windows for companies to go public is in the weeks following Labor Day. But probably not this year. @cdriebusch https://t.co/MjV19BhxX9
The IPO Market Gets Cold Feet https://t.co/ojp77UsZtZ
The current stock market volatility is causing hesitation among companies considering initial public offerings (IPOs). As the fall IPO window approaches, firms are faced with a challenging decision: either proceed with their plans while the markets are near all-time highs or delay until next year when uncertainties surrounding interest rates and the upcoming U.S. presidential election may have lessened. Traditionally, many companies target the weeks following Labor Day to go public, but this trend may not hold in 2024 due to the prevailing market conditions. Additionally, private equity marks are contributing to a backlog in IPO supply, further complicating the landscape for potential public offerings.