📊 Benefits to SGX

• Market Growth & Depth: Each IPO expands the pool of listed companies, strengthening SGX&rsquo s role as a regional capital hub.
• Increased Trading Activity: New listings attract investor interest, boosting liquidity and turnover.
• Fee Income: SGX earns from listing fees, trading commissions, and ongoing compliance charges.
• Global Reputation: Successful IPOs enhance SGX&rsquo s standing as a trusted exchange in Asia, drawing more international issuers.
• Sector Diversification: IPOs in new industries (tech, healthcare, REITs) broaden SGX&rsquo s market profile. BoardRoom

🏢 Benefits to the Listing Company

• Access to Capital: IPO proceeds fund expansion, acquisitions, R& D, and debt repayment.
• Enhanced Visibility & Prestige: Public listing raises brand credibility with customers, suppliers, and investors.
• Liquidity for Shareholders: Founders and early investors gain an exit route or partial monetization.
• Valuation Benchmarking: Market pricing provides a transparent valuation reference.
• Talent Attraction: Listed status helps recruit and retain employees via stock options.
• Tax Incentives: Singapore offers corporate income tax rebates (up to SGD 6M annually for five years, depending on market cap) to newly listed firms. InCorp Global BoardRoom

⚠ ️ Challenges & Trade-offs

• Regulatory Burden: Continuous disclosure obligations and compliance with SGX/MAS rules.
• Loss of Autonomy: Founders face shareholder scrutiny and diluted control.
• Market Pressure: Public companies must deliver consistent quarterly performance.
• Costs of Listing: IPO preparation, underwriting, and compliance expenses can be substantial. InCorp Global

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