While not attracting many headlines, a variety of major companies have raised large amounts of capital lately, such as HCA, Dole Foods and Altria (NYSE: MO). However, the capital source has been mostly the debt markets.But as things ease up, might equity investors warm up to new offerings?
Well, we should find out fairly soon. China Zhongwang Holdings Ltd., which is the largest manufacturer of extrude aluminum, is planning a public offering on the Hong Kong stock exchange. The company wants to raise about $1.6 billion. No doubt, it would be the largest equity offering for the year.
Keep in mind that China's government has pumped huge amounts of liquidity into the economy. And investors have responded -- by buying up shares.
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