Behind the Scenes: The Road to Starlink’s IPO

The Genesis: From Falcon 1 to a Constellation Vision The story of Starlink’s IPO does not begin in a boardroom discussing public offerings, but in the deserts of Kwajalein Atoll, where SpaceX’s first rocket, the Falcon 1, struggled to reach orbit. Elon Musk’s...

The Impact of an IPO on a Company’s Employees

The Dual-Edged Sword: Financial Windfall and Wealth Illusion An Initial Public Offering (IPO) represents a profound liquidity event, transforming theoretical paper wealth into tangible financial assets for employees holding stock options or Restricted Stock Units...

Spotting Red Flags in an IPO Prospectus

Decoding the “Use of Proceeds” Section The “Use of Proceeds” section is a critical window into the company’s priorities and financial discipline. It details exactly how the company intends to spend the money raised from investors. A...