US Public offerings filing requirements: US issuers & non-US issuers
HANDBOOKS | January 2026
KPMG and Latham & Watkins help navigate financial statement requirements under federal securities laws for US issuers and non-US issuers.
Our 2026 editions provide practical guidance on preparing new registration statements for public offerings. One edition covers requirements for US issuers, including emerging growth company IPOs, while the other focuses on foreign private issuers (non-US issuers) requirements. Download the resources below to stay informed and compliant.
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Partner, Dept. of Professional Practice, KPMG US
Timothy Brown
Partner, Dept. of Professional Practice, KPMG US
Erin McCloskey
Partner, Dept. of Professional Practice, KPMG US
Melissa Rocha
Partner, Dept. of Professional Practice, KPMG US