"Philippe's well researched book is a valuable initiative. Coming from someone with direct experience of IPOs, it is also wholly objective and complete. A most positive and productive contribution."

François de Carbonnel

Former Chairman of the Board, Thomson S.A.
Director of Amgen Inc., Quilvest S.A. and Pages Jaunes Groupe

"Philippe Espinasse’s book is a true encyclopaedia and also a remarkable reference publication on IPOs. Market professionals will appreciate reading this book, as will entrepreneurs, managers, bankers and investors."

Jacques-Henri David

Former Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Bank AG in France
Chairman, Acxior Corporate Finance

"It's actually three books into one: a practical guide for the entrepreneur assessing a listing for his company; insightful research for the investor facing new opportunities; and a must-read for every professional and student to understand the world of IPOs through an insider’s eyes."

Didier Lamarche

Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Adam Smith Capital

"This book simplifies with clarity what has always been a complex subject and that is its great merit. All professionals involved in advising on, or executing, IPOs; finance and corporate management teams; investors; and other market participants should welcome this book."

Jeremy Stoupas

Partner, International Capital Markets
Allen & Overy

"Philippe has put together an impressively comprehensive compendium of all aspects of getting an IPO done.  The book has revealed all the trade secrets and will serve as a useful introduction to novice, and guide to all, practitioners."

George Kwok Lung Hongchoy

Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer
The Link Management Limited

"Philippe Espinasse lays out a comprehensive, detailed, step-by-step approach for everyone from college graduates to CEOs to become familiar with IPOs."

Anthony Power    

Chief Investment Officer
Emirates Investment & Development P.S.C.

"In recent years, China has emerged as one the largest IPO markets around the globe. Given his wealth of experience in the Asian IPO markets, Philippe is in a unique position to provide insight into the step-wise process of a successful listing in the region." 

Herald van der Linde

Managing Director & Deputy Head of Equity Research      
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited

"Philippe Espinasse reveals the intricate mechanics of the listing process. Refreshingly, Espinasse – a former head of equity capital markets at two major Asia Pacific investment banks – provides a rare global perspective to this process."

Jasper Moiseiwitsch

Deputy Editor, Money Post
South China Morning Post 

"For any professional involved directly or indirectly in equity capital markets, 'IPO: A Global Guide' is an excellent and detailed overview of the major IPO markets and issues around the world."

Marshall Nicholson

Former Managing Director
Global Head of Equity Capital Markets & Vice Chairman, Investment Banking
Bank of China International

"Philippe Espinasse has written a first-class primer on the IPO market. Full of real-world examples, the book provides a comprehensive and detailed - but lively - view of the IPO process. A valuable introduction to the market."

EuroWeek

"A superb guide, from a master poacher turned gamekeeper."

David Charters

Best-selling author of 'Trust Me, I'm A Banker' and
'The Ego Has Landed'

"Espinasse writes with authority on one of the most high-profile but little understood sectors of the financial markets.  The book is particularly valuable for being written by a professional in Asia, now that IPOs from that part of the world are leading the way in volume and in innovation."

Julian Waldron

Chief Financial Officer
Technip

"A most enjoyable and well-informed insider’s guide that looks beyond the theory and examines in detail all aspects of conducting an international IPO. A very valuable read for issuers and other participants in the global equity markets."

Ganen Sarvananthan

Executive Director, Investments
Khazanah Nasional Bhd

"Philippe’s global guide on IPOs is a must-have in today’s market of scarce and expensive capital. His global and vast experience of taking companies public from a wide range of sectors makes this a unique and truly 'one stop shop' reference book for entrepreneurs and CFOs."

Juan Muro-Lara

Head of Corporate Development
Acciona, S.A.

"A real A to Z of what an IPO is really all about.  The book is savvy, practical, insightful, current and, above all, offers a truly international analysis that no one has ever offered before."

Laurence Borde

Chairman
Media Tree Limited

"A sophisticated and detailed study that takes a major step forward in IPO research and analysis. It covers not just a topic but a whole territory. The new benchmark for all subsequent inquiries on the subject."

Takashi Kasagami and Charles Vacher

Pacific Financial Partners, LLC

"A complete approach to what an IPO exercise is all about, written by one of the most experienced professionals in the banking industry."

Jorge Calvet

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Gamesa Corporación Tecnológica, S.A.

"In 'IPO: A Global Guide', author Philippe Espinasse breaks the trade into its component parts, explaining how the business works - and doesn't - in clear, compelling, easy-to-understand language. For anyone who wants to understand finance today, the book is a must-have."

Shu-Ching Jean Chen

Contributing Writer, Forbes Asia
Former Managing Editor, CFO Asia

"About time. A well-written book for the user; clearly navigating the critical decisions faced by issuers in this otherwise opaque market."

Julian Proctor

Managing Director
Tiger Group Investments

"Highly recommend! Espinasse has written a superb, concise and comprehensive guide for practitioners and novices alike. Entrepreneurs considering the public route as well as private equity GPs looking to exit through the IPO markets will find this an invaluable resource."

Doris Ng

Managing Director - Business Development
AIF Capital

"A comprehensive yet easily approachable guide that unmasks the inner workings of an IPO by an experienced investment banker."

Paul W. Lai

Former Head of Hong Kong and Greater China Investment Banking
CLSA Equity Capital Markets Limited

"An insightful piece of work from a very experienced banker who has successfully completed numerous transactions, including with some of the largest banking houses in Asia - and a publication that will also make many deal makers redundant."

Datuk Paul Chong

Former Head of Investment Banking & Principal Investments 
Samsung Securities Asia

"As an experienced practitioner of the 'dark arts' of equity capital markets, Philippe brings a wealth of knowledge to the study of this process that even market participants will find interesting, and neophytes will find fascinating and enriching."

Piers Higson Smith

Director, Head of Capital Markets
Platinum Securities

"Philippe has done a great job of capturing the essentials of IPOs in a logical and easy-to-read manner. This is a must-read for finance professionals and entrepreneurs who would like to gain an understanding of IPOs via a step-by-step approach, and through a practitioner's insight."

Cecilia Fong

Managing Director, Mergers & Acquisitions
Somerley Limited

"In-depth, informative and insightful - Philippe's book is a 'must-read' to appreciate many of the perspectives of IPOs and other listings on international securities exchanges."

Paul S. Lau

Former Managing Partner, Asia
Harney Westwood & Reigels

 "A pleasant read and a much-needed publication; full of ideas for corporates, bankers and investors alike - and most particularly in the fast-growing emerging capital markets."

Thierry Gougy

Partner and Country Managing Director
DFDL Mekong Vietnam