There are a few reasons why a company may issue an initial public offering (IPO), but primarily a company will do it to provide itself with capital expansion without incurring debt. An IPO enables a company to gain access to a pool of stock market investors through listing its shares on the public stock, thus increasing its chances of raising revenue to drive future growth.
The global recession has hampered many things a country can do; major construction projects are put on hold or cancelled, budgets are slashed and tourism can suffer, but what if you're hosting an Olympic Games?
International Women's Day (IWD) is held annually on 8 March to celebrate women's achievements throughout the world. Largely aimed at inspiring women and celebrating their achievements, its roots are in movements campaigning for better pay and voting rights, and this year mark's the movement's 100th anniversary. But, it seems, despite the hard work, women still don't face equality in many areas, including pay.
The next time you fly, if you pack any sex toys there are certain precautions to take to make sure you and your playthings end up safely at your destination.