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INC. THIS MORNING IPOs: Who’s next Good morning, This has been a banner year for initial public offerings. In 2021 so far, they have totaled more than $301 billion collectively, much beyond 2020's record of $168 billion. Next year, tech, and particularly fintech, likely will dominate IPO activity. With venture-capital flowing freely, some of the largest private tech companies in the United States held out on predicted IPOs in 2021 because they didn't need additional cash infusions. But a different story could play out in the coming year. Which fast-growing companies are likely to finally go public in 2022? We’ve got some predictions.  SPONSORED CONTENT Ohio means business. With Ohio ranking #1 as the Most Affordable State (2020) according to U.S. NewsRankings, it’s no wonder that leaders and employees worldwide know Ohio is synonymous with business. Inc. Best Workplaces: Applications Now Open! Awarding excellence in company culture. Apply now to be recognized as a company people love to work for. HERE'S WHAT ELSE I'M READING TODAY: Want to up your e-commerce game in 2022? Try these proven strategies. –Inc. If you learned one of these hard truths about hiring and retention this year, you're not alone. –Inc. You should definitely take more naps in 2022. –Inc.  ONE MORE THING: It's time to take a stern look at how you can help your team improve their relationship with work. –Inc. --Brit Morse Assistant editor, Inc. How are we doing? Send me ideas and feedback at BMorse@inc.com and on Twitter at @britnmorse. Join the visionaries who choose Inc. as their trusted source for the most accurate reporting on business. Join Inc. Unlimited today. Click here to forward to a friend. This email was sent by: Mansueto Ventures 7 World Trade Center, 29th Floor New York, NY, 10007, Unsubscribe • Update Profile • View in Browser • Privacy Policy

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