Firm Characteristics And Seasoned Equity Issuance Method: Private Placement Versus Public Offering

This study compares characteristics of firms using the private placement method of issuing common stock with those using the public offering method. Results show that private placement firms are smaller in size, have more growth opportunities, and have less financial slack than public offering firms...

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Published in:Journal of applied business research 2011-02, Vol.17 (3)
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