Carter, Richard B.; Dark, Frederick H.; Singh, Ajai K. - In: Journal of Finance 53 (1998) 1, pp. 285-311
We find that the underperformance of IPO stocks relative to the market over a three-year holding period is less severe for IPOs handled by more prestigious underwriters. Consistent with prior studies, we also find that IPOs managed by more reputable underwriters are associated with less...