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How can I use an IPO threat to get a higher acquisition offer?
A credible IPO alternative forces acquirers to compete. Wiz used it to go from a $23B offer to a $32B deal. The key word is credible -- you need real underwriter conversations, IPO-ready financials, and a timeline you would actually follow through on.
Why did Wiz reject $23B from Google and how did they get $32B?
Wiz rejected Google's $23B acquisition offer in 2024 by announcing credible IPO plans. Nine months later, Google returned with a $32B offer. 38% higher. and Wiz accepted. The IPO path wasn't the goal. It was the negotiating lever. By creating a real walk-away option, Wiz forced Google to price the r

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