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"Describe and compare the alternative methods that companies can use to raise capital in the various capital markets. Include in your discussion the advantages and disadvantages for the companies and investors and the role of intermediaries".

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University of Essex Department of Accounting, Finance and Management AC302 Corporate Finance "Describe and compare the alternative methods that companies can use to raise capital in the various capital markets. Include in your discussion the advantages and disadvantages for the companies and investors and the role of intermediaries". 1) Describe and compare methods of capital raising in various capital markets 2) For each of the methods evaluate the advantages and the disadvantages to: - Companies - Investors - The role played by intermediaries in raising capital Word count: Muminur Rahman BA Accounting and Management mrahma@essex.ac.uk 1. Introduction Bodies, Kane and Marcus (2002) suggest that "Financial markets are traditionally segmented into money markets and capital markets" Sources of finance from money markets are described as short-term, cash equivalents usually marketable, liquid meaning easily transferable to cash, low risk debt securities. These include treasury bills, commercial papers, bankers acceptance and alike....

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