alleryStart learning →In an IPO primary offering, newly issued share money goes directly to whom?
AThe stock exchange
BThe existing lenders
CThe underwriter only
DThe issuing company
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. The issuing company
Under a primary offering the proceeds go to the company, while secondary sales benefit selling early investors.
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