What is an IPO?

Published On: Feb 02 2012 10:49:10 AM CST   Updated On: May 15 2012 09:53:56 AM CDT

What is an IPO and what does it mean for a company? Read on to find out.

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Once the permission to trade these shares are granted to shareholders, the profit or loss incurred on the transactions accrues to the shareholders.

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