How do you buy stocks? I have never done so before and I am interested in the Lululemon IPO?

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Luvenia asks:

lululemon Athletica Inc. is holding an inital public offering and I want to buy a couple stocks. Can anyone just buy stocks or do you need to see a financial advisor to set up a portfolio? I am completely ignorant in the world of finance and markets. Any help would be great. Thank you!

Why do companies go out of their way to make sure their stock price goes up after IPO?

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Pearlie asks:

I mean it will be good for their second public offering, more attractive stock options for the employees, be able to sell more shares of non-outstanding ones, and what else am I missing? Thanks!

how do i market an IPO (Intial Public Offering)?

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Maida asks:

what is the product marketed in an IPO, who is the target market, and how are IPO’s evaluated by investment bankers and investors?

what is post-issue in ipo?

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Belkis asks:

ipo (intial public offering)