Going public may mean significant effort. Financial markets often impose requirements which are significantly different from these in which non-public entities operate. Begin early to position your company to go public by ensuring that a sufficient number of years of audited financial statements (3 years minimum) are available before starting the IPO process. The earlier you are ready to enter the market, the likelier you will be to meet an opportune market and the greater proceeds and market valuation that favorable market conditions provide. It is also advisable to establish internal control, accounting and information systems that can handle increased growth and financial reporting, including accurate and timely interim financial statements.
PricewaterhouseCoopers prepares annual and quarterly reports concerning IPOs -
IPO Watch Europe.
