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Published Sun, Aug 27, 2023 · 02:00 PM
    • South-east Asia generally should attract a lot of capital inflow and attention over the next five to 10 years, says SGX's Pol de Win.
    • South-east Asia generally should attract a lot of capital inflow and attention over the next five to 10 years, says SGX's Pol de Win. PHOTO: SGX

    COMPANIES that have been relying on private funding for growth will have to return to the public market at some point, industry players said.

    They are also looking to the US stock market for signs that valuations are on the mend.

    The expected listing of chip designer Arm could pave the way for a stronger recovery in initial public offerings (IPOs) globally.

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