Singapore's adoption of international standards of disclosure and corporate governance policies has provided a well-regulated trading environment for both local and international investors. Companies seeking to raise funds for business development and enhance their corporate profiles in the region would find a listing on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) an ideal strategy.

SGX is Asia-Pacific's first demutualised and integrated securities and derivatives exchange. It was also the first exchange in Asia-Pacific to be listed via a public offer and a private placement. With over 800 financial institutions offering a wide range of products and services in Singapore, it is no wonder that it is an internationally recognised fund management centre.

With foreign companies constituting almost 40% of its total market capitalisation, the SGX is one of the most internationalised exchanges in Asia. The SGX's continuous investment in state-of-the-art-technology has enabled it to provide greater efficiency and convenience to its trading and settlement systems. With this technology, the SGX's Member Companies are able to customise their order routing system and execute orders directly to the SGX's trading system from any global location.

In its pursuit for more foreign listings, the SGX has introduced listing rules that are market-oriented. These rules provide flexibility for companies with diverse backgrounds to source for public financing in Singapore, without compromising on regulatory standards.

The SGX is globally recognised as an efficiently regulated marketplace. This is an attractive consideration for companies seeking to demonstrate good corporate governance and disclosure. A listing on the SGX bestows international recognition and provides a springboard for global growth.