describe the regulatory requirements and the impact of Christian values on publicly traded corporations and ensure the following points are addressed. Cite the laws where applicable:

Stages of financing from start$-$up through IPO.

IPO process to include analyzing the decision to go public.

Variables considered when determining the optimal capital structure.

Dividend payments$/$stock option$/$voting rights and their dilution.

Corporate governance by the board of directors and who truly controls the organization.

Options for a publicly traded corporation experiencing financial distress.