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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 Tue, Jan 12, 2021 · 05:50 AM
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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.

"We have received enquiries and expressions of interest to do so with such a structure," Mr Tan said, noting that SGX had previously consulted on …

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