The bigger the company, the longer it takes to fin

The bigger the company, the longer it takes to finalize agreements. In the meantime, secrecy is often required and always best. Once word of possibilities gets out, rumors spread and often grow into unfounded speculations. Bashers use these to discredit the company and strike fear in current and potential investors…followed by major shorting of the stock. A great deal of damage can be done to the stock prior to the finalizing of company agreements.