IPO Banks

Part I. Assessing Candidate Banks

1. The Paradigm Shift: The Negotiating Advantage
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2. Using an Independent Adviser or Consultant
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3. How an Adviser/Consultant Can Best Add Value
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4. The Beauty Parade
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5. The Invitation Email
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6. The Confidentiality Agreement
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7. Length of the Request For Proposal (RFP) and Weightings
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Part II. The RFP

8. Market Conditions
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9. Market Positioning
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10. Valuation
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11. Execution Considerations and Team
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12. Marketing Considerations
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13. Fees and Expenses
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14. Credentials and Other Considerations
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15. Checklists
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16. Information on the Issuer
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Part III. Interviewing Investment Banks

17. Interviewing Research Analysts
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18. Drawing up a Shortlist
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19. Obtaining Financing
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20. Format of Oral Presentations
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21. Dealing with Further Marketing Efforts
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Part IV. Formally Appointing Lead Banks

22. How Many Lead Banks?
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23. Selecting Investment Banks
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24. Communicating Declines
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25. Managing Leaks
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26. The Engagement Letter(s)
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27. Customary Principles for Placement Agreements
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28. The Kick-off Meeting
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29. After the Kick-off Meeting
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30. Conclusion
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