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SGX looking into listing of special purpose acquisition companies

Consultation could be launched as early as this quarter; move prompted by current popularity of listing such vehicles

    Published Mon, Jan 11, 2021 · 09:50 PM

    Singapore

    THE Singapore Exchange is looking into the possibility of listing special purpose acquisition companies (Spacs) and may launch a consultation as early as this quarter.

    In a media briefing on Monday, Singapore Exchange Regulation (SGX RegCo) chief executive officer Tan Boon Gin said the exchange has noticed the popularity of Spacs listings in other markets.

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