1. An innovative technology company is planning a NASDAQ IPO. One year ahead of the planned IPO the company is already raising capital through private placement markets. What you can infer from the company success in the private market about the success of the IPO?
2. The DJIA is often criticized as not being representative of the economy given that it comprises of stocks of only 30, large, mature, and less volatile companies. It has been observed that the DJIA performance often does not mimic that of the NYSE. What are the merits or demerits of the DJIA composition? Provide examples to support your answer.