IPO vs FPO: Key Differences You Should Know

Antara Bhattacharyya

IPO (Initial Public Offering) is when a company offers shares to the public for the first time, FPO is follow-up.

IPO raises capital for business expansion or debt repayment; FPO is used to raise additional funds after listing.

IPO shares are offered at a fixed or book-built price; FPO pricing may vary based on market conditions.

IPOs target new investors entering the market; FPOs often appeal to existing shareholders or long-term investors.

Both IPO and FPO require SEBI approvals, but FPO processes are relatively more straightforward than initial public offerings. 

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