Newsmax Stock Soars After IPO

SOURCE www.cnbc.com
Newsmax, a conservative cable channel, saw its stock soar over 60% in afternoon trading after a successful IPO on the New York Stock Exchange. The company's founder and CEO, Christopher Ruddy, became a billionaire following the IPO.

Key Points

  • Newsmax experienced a significant stock surge after its IPO
  • Christopher Ruddy, the founder and CEO, saw his stake in the company increase in value to over $6 billion
  • Despite competition with major news channels, Newsmax has been gaining traction

Pros

  • Successful IPO with a stock surge of over 60%
  • Founder and CEO Christopher Ruddy became a billionaire after the IPO

Cons

  • Viewership of Newsmax still lags behind major competitors like Fox News