Australia regulator trials faster IPO process as listings hit decade low
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 09 2025
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Source: Reuters
Regulatory Changes for IPOs: Australia's securities regulator, ASIC, is initiating a two-year trial to expedite the initial public offering (IPO) process, potentially reducing it by one week and allowing faster access for retail investors. This comes as IPO fundraising has hit a decade low.
Streamlined Process Details: The new measures include enabling companies to submit confidential prospectuses earlier and allowing them to accept retail investor applications during the review period, aiming to make the market more attractive and responsive to investor demand.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
