Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) generate massive amounts of attention from investors and media alike, especially for new and fast-rising companies in the technology sector. On the surface, the attention is warranted. Some of the most well-known tech companies have built their profile by going public, including Facebook by raising $16 billion in 2012. But when you peel away the hype and examine investor returns from tech IPOs more closely, the reality can leave a lot to be desired.
Source: https://www.visualcapitalist.com/are-tech-ipos-worth-the-hype/