Luxoft Holding Inc announced today the closing of its initial public offering (IPO) priced at US$17 per share piece.

Compared to the first quarter, 21 IPOs were backed by venture capitalists amounting to US$717 billion.

Ocean Yeild's initial IPO was cut and now attracts more potential buyers. (Photo : Reuters)The image shows a ship dry docking at a port. The price cut for the initial offer for Ocean Yield caught the attention of potential buyers due to the noticeable cut in the price.

Australia biggest IPO sale set at the end of July by Steadfast Group Ltd (Photo : Reuters)Steadfast Group Ltd Logo As part of their plans to raise more than AUS $562.

Initial public offerings were raised to US$42 billion in the second quarter from the previous US$20 billion made during the first quarter.

The IPO of Associated Materials is well on its way as it chose the banks to manage the sale. (Photo : Reuters)The image is a home building store. The plan to introduce shares of Associated Materials to an IPO is well underway as buyout firm Hellman & Friedman LLC has picked the banks to manage the home building materials manufacturer's share sale.

Noodles & Co increased above its price range during the first day of trading and sold 5.36 million shares valued at US$18 per share piece yesterday.

Closed end funds are increasing in number and value, with 24 funds launched having US$10.5 billion in portfolio value.

Alibaba recently landed an US$8 billion syndicated loan as a prelude to an IPO. (Photo : REUTERS)An employee walks past a wall painted with logo of Alibaba (China) Technology Co.

Tremor Video announced the completed pricing of its initial public offering valued at US$10 per share piece.