Davis Polk partner and Capital Markets group co-head Richard Truesdell was quoted in a Barron’s article discussing the increasing popularity of direct listings as an avenue to enter the public markets. Richard addressed some of the mechanics of a direct listing that make that route appealing, both to companies looking to go public and to investors.

Direct Listings Jump. Why This Path to Going Public Is Getting Noticed,” Barron’s (December 1, 2021) (subscription required)