Following weak IPO volumes in 2023, the pipeline of potential deals continues to expand. However, private companies looking to go public in 2024 may face tough hurdles, higher expectations from investors and uncertainty leading up to the U.S. election in November. On this episode of Market Points, Michelle Khalili, Managing Director and Global Head, Equity Capital Markets (ECM) at Scotiabank, sits down with John Cronin, Managing Director and Head, U.S. ECM, and Matt Sheehan, Managing Director and Head, Canadian ECM. They consider risks and opportunities for first movers that are ready to test market conditions.