Singapore firms enjoy more IPO options now, say experts

Companies seeking IPOs are typically looking to raise capital to fund growth. ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI
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SINGAPORE - Singapore companies pursuing initial public offerings (IPOs) now have more options on where to go public.

While this puts more pressure on the Singapore Exchange (SGX), as it comes at a time when competition for quality listings is intensifying among global stock exchanges, home-grown companies have also become stronger in terms of quality, profitability and growth potential.

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