The acquisition of HotelTonight, a service that offers last-minute hotel bookings, expands Airbnb’s offerings ahead of an expected initial public offering. Source: NYT > Business – ERIN GRIFFITH
As Uber Prepares to Go Public, Its Lead Lawyer Races to Clean It Up
Tony West, Uber’s chief legal officer and a former Justice Department official, is navigating the ride-hailing giant’s numerous legal issues. Source: NYT > Business – KATE CONGER
Before Lyft’s I.P.O., a Chance for Investors to Kick the Tires
Lyft, the ride-sharing company, unveiled the prospectus for its initial public offering. It leads a wave of well-known tech start-ups that plan to go public this year. Source: NYT > Business – KATE CONGER and MICHAEL J. de la MERCED
Uber and Lyft Said to Offer Drivers a Chance to Participate in I.P.O.s
The ride-hailing companies intend to set up programs to give cash to some of their drivers, enabling them to buy company stock ahead of an initial public offering. Source: NYT > Business – KATE CONGER
Pinterest Is Said to File for I.P.O.
The company is joining a stampede of high profile start-ups heading toward the public markets. Source: NYT > Business – ERIN GRIFFITH
Lyft Sets Crucial Date in Race to I.P.O.
Hoping to beat Uber to the market, Lyft plans to talk up its offering to investors, known as the roadshow, in mid-March and go public in early April. Source: NYT > Business – MIKE ISAAC and KATE CONGER