Was the IPO of LinkedIn successful? Valuation of the company and its business model

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Focusing on LinkedIn's business model, this seminar paper analyzes the company's opportunities, threats, and competitive landscape, along with the intricacies of its initial public offering (IPO). It discusses various methods to assess company value, specifically examining LinkedIn's valuation through a multiple analysis. The paper highlights the significant closing price of LinkedIn shares at its IPO, questioning whether the valuation reflected genuine worth or was driven by a broader social media hype.