We’ve previously looked at reading the initial public offering (IPO) prospectus of companies listing on the Singapore stock exchange.
Over in the US, companies wanting to go public have to file a different document called “Form S-1” with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the US’ stock market regulator.
Right here, let’s find out more about what investors should know about Form S-1, including a step-by-step guide to downloading a company’s S-1 filing!
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What Is SEC Form S-1?
The Form S-1 is used to register a company’s stocks with the SEC before listing them on a US stock exchange.
The document provides the regulator and investors with a detailed look at the company’s business, financial statements, risks, and plans on how the company wishes to use the proceeds from the IPO.
Below is a sample of how the first part of an unfilled Form S-1 looks like:...