Private Placement
Sale of shares/securities to limited number of investors privately rather than public offering.
Real World
Before its full IPO, Deliveroo raised hundreds of millions through private placements with institutional investors like Amazon, allowing rapid expansion without the cost and scrutiny of a public listing.
Exam Focus
Distinguish private placement from flotation on speed and cost — examiners penalise conflating the two in 'explain' questions.
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