SGX, NUS law faculty hold roundtable on dual-class shares

Singapore

THE Singapore Exchange (SGX) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) Faculty of Law are holding a roundtable discussion on Monday on the feasibility of introducing dual-class shares in Singapore - an idea that was formally proposed by SGX in August.

SGX said that the roundtable is part of its process of gathering feedback and engaging with stakeholders on an issue that has "generated debate from stakeholders across the spectrum".

Many have argued against such a move, claiming that it could severely inhibit the role of directors, shareholders and markets in corporate governance. Others have been optimistic that it could attract exceptional technology companies an…