Problem: Select a U.S.-based company. Briefly describe why issuing equity abroad can be an opportunity for the company. Discuss the attractiveness of each of the following alternatives available to companies in the equity markets: The sale of a directed public share issue to investors in a target market The sale of a euro equity public issue to investors in more than one market, including both foreign and domestic markets Private placements under SEC Rule 144A The sale of shares to private equity funds The sale of shares to a foreign firm as part of a strategic alliance