What is an IPO and is it a good investment?

[TabJockey]

Just a random question to anyone who wouldn't mind; where can I find the total number of shares a company has? I've been searching on ASX but have had no luck. Any help is appreciated.

Google Finance has em http://www.google.com/finance?q=PRU:asx

Or you can look at thier reports.

 

[boofis]

Very grateful thankyou!