Reddit stock starts trading 38% above initial public offering price
Reddit, the San Francisco social media site that describes itself as "the front page of the internet," is debuting as a public stock on Thursday.
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What a crop of upcoming IPOs from Birkenstock to Instacart tells us about the economy
A crop of IPOs are coming, starting with chip designer Arm, which is making its debut on Thursday. It's another sign of confidence in markets — and the U.S. economy.
'Oldest start-up on earth': Birkenstock's IPO filing is exactly as you'd expect
"We are serving a primal need of all human beings," Birkenstock's CEO writes to prospective shareholders. "We are a footbed company selling the experience of walking as intended by nature."
Dr. Martens Footwear Brand Is Planning London IPO
The brand, which evolved into a symbol of rebellious youth culture and is worn by celebrities, has thrived during the pandemic. Dr. Martens sells over 11 million pairs a year in 60-plus countries.
Regulators Squash Giant Ant Group IPO
The initial public stock offering of the Chinese financial company Ant Group, which would have been the world's largest stock offering of all time, has been put on hold.
Spotify's Unusual IPO Model Will Test The Company's Strength
Spotify's IPO, slated for this spring, gives investment banks a smaller role in the company's trading. It's been seen as a sign of Spotify's strength, but there are many unanswered questions.
Do Underwhelming Square, Match IPOs Mean Bubble Trouble?
Online payment startup Square and online dating giant Match have gone public. Their lackluster prices are the latest sign of Wall Street growing weary of tech hype and multibillion-dollar "unicorns."
As Fitbit Goes Public, It Will Have To Outrun Competition
Amid the buzz around wearables, Fitbit heads to the NYSE. The fitness tracking firm faces challenges from smart watches, but it may get a boost from companies that want to keep tabs on workers.
Mass-Market Stocks In Handcrafted Goods: Etsy Preps To Go Public
The e-commerce site, which focuses on quirky, handmade goods, has filed for an IPO. The paperwork reveals a plan to focus more on manufacturing and marketing — but not much suggestion of big profits.
With Alibaba IPO, Yahoo Reaps A Big Reward From Risky Bet
Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang made a smart move when his company invested in a Chinese e-commerce firm called Alibaba in 2005. With this week's Alibaba IPO, Yahoo will gain nearly $8 billion.