25 years: Capital markets
With a focus on the UK market, Rupert explains the main equity capital raising options that are available to companies that are listed. In this video he also explains key concepts which are frequently used in the equity capital markets.
With a focus on the UK market, Rupert explains the main equity capital raising options that are available to companies that are listed. In this video he also explains key concepts which are frequently used in the equity capital markets.
4 mins 56 secs
The equity capital market (ECM) is where financial markets help businesses collect capital and where securities are traded. They are riskier than debt markets and, thus, also provide potentially higher returns.
Key learning objectives:
Identify the key terminology used in the equity capital markets
Define Pre-emption requirements
Define Underwriting
Describe dilution and why shareholders care about it