flotation

• Nom désignant principalement deux notions : le phénomène physique de maintien d'un corps à la surface d'un liquide sans couler, et le procédé financier de levée de capitaux pour une entreprise par émission d'actions ou d'obligations.

A noun with two primary meanings: the physical phenomenon of remaining on the surface of a liquid without sinking, and the financial process of raising capital for a commercial enterprise by issuing bonds or stock shares.

1. Action of floatingB2formalscientific

   The physical phenomenon of remaining on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking.

   flottaison

   • The flotation of an object depends on its density and buoyancy.
   • Mineral ore is separated from waste rock using flotation methods.
   • The flotation device kept the swimmer above the water.
   • Children learned about flotation by experimenting with different materials.

   Synonymesbuoyancyfloating

2. Capital raisingC1formalbusiness

   The process of financing a company by offering shares or bonds to the public or private investors.

   Introduction en Bourse / levée de fonds

   • The startup prepared for an initial public flotation.
   • The flotation of new shares raised over $200 million.
   • Investment banks often advise companies on the flotation process.
   • A successful flotation can significantly increase a firm's capital base.

   Synonymesfundinginitial public offeringipolisting