Amid fluctuating market conditions, the outlook for initial public offerings (IPOs) on U.S. exchanges in 2025 remains cautiously optimistic, with indications of a potential rise in both the number and aggregate value of public listings in the latter half of the year.

Privately-owned companies considering an IPO should consider taking the following steps to ensure that their executive compensation plans and governance policies are aligned with both continuing and new shareholder expectations. All companies considering an IPO should be able to answer 10 critical executive compensation and governance questions before going public. READ MORE