1/7/2025, 9:45:04 pm

IPO vs FPO: Key differences every investor must know

Initial public offerings (IPOs) allow companies to raise capital by issuing shares to the public for the first time, transitioning from private to public. Follow-on public offerings (FPOs) enable already listed companies to raise additional funds. IPOs are riskier but offer higher potential returns, while FPOs are safer, with established track records.