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How to buy Ouster (OUST) stock when it goes public

Here's everything we know so far about the Ouster IPO.

Dawn Daniels
Dawn Daniels

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San Francisco-based Ouster, which makes Lidar sensors for self-driving cars, has agreed to go public via a merger with a special purpose acquisition corporation (SPAC).

What we know about the Ouster IPO

Lidar sensor developer Ouster has entered into an agreement to go public through a merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), also known as a blank check company. SPACs are companies with no commercial operations that exist purely to raise capital through IPOs. Ouster has agreed to go public in a deal that values the company at $1.9 billion.

The SPAC, Colonnade Acquisition Corporation, originally went public in August 2020. After the merger, the company will trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker "OUST."

How to buy shares in Ouster when it goes public

Once Ouster goes public, you'll need a brokerage account to invest. Consider opening a brokerage account today so you're ready as soon as the stock hits the market.

  1. Compare share trading platforms. If you're a beginner, look for a platform with low commissions, expert ratings and investment tools to track your portfolio. Narrow down top brands with our comparison table.
  2. Open and fund your brokerage account. Complete an application with your personal and financial details, like your ID and bank information. Fund your account with a bank transfer, credit card or debit card.
  3. Search for Ouster. Find the stock by name or ticker symbol: OUST. Research its history to confirm it's a solid investment against your financial goals.
  4. Purchase now or later. Buy immediately with a market order or use a limit order to delay your purchase until Ouster reaches your desired price. To spread out your purchase, look into dollar-cost averaging, which smooths out buying at consistent intervals and amounts.
  5. Decide on how many to buy. Weigh your budget against a diversified portfolio that can minimize risk through the market's ups and downs. You may be able to buy a fractional share of Ouster, depending on your broker.
  6. Check in on your investment. Congratulations, you own a part of Ouster. Optimize your portfolio by tracking how your stock — and even the business — performs with an eye on the long term. You may be eligible for dividends and shareholder voting rights on directors and management that can affect your stock.

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