The Business Times Podcasts S1E63: SGX’s new plan to draw new listings
Jan 5, 2026
The discussion dives into Singapore's ongoing struggle to attract quality listings, highlighting past failed initiatives. The SGX-Nasdaq dual-listing bridge could potentially shake things up. Recent IPOs, many trading below their debut prices, raise questions on market confidence. The conversation emphasizes how hot stocks in the STI have overshadowed new listings. Analysts suggest that the focus on company performance and solid execution will be key for future recovery and investor interest.
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Reforms Are About Ecosystem Revival
- Singapore's equity reforms aim to revive its role as an enterprise and financial hub, not just lift stock prices.
- The SGX-Nasdaq dual-listing bridge and EQDP are central to that broader strategy.
Anchor Fund's Portfolio Went Public
- The Anchor Fund backed companies like AvePoint and UltraGreen that went on to list in Singapore.
- These examples show MAS's earlier hands-on approach to seed listings via targeted funding.
US Market's Strong Magnetic Pull
- The US remains the dominant magnet for global IPO capital, drawing many Asian tech companies.
- Listing in the US often yields better valuations and doesn't choke off Asian capital access.