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blog image 1 Foreign Company Nasdaq Proposes Stricter Listing Rules to Boost Market Quality
On September 3, 2025, Eastern Time, Nasdaq announced a series of proposed changes to its initial listing standards. The revisions aim to strengthen regulatory requirements for certain international companies and small-capitalization companies, reinforcing Nasdaq's long-standing commitment to capital formation, investor protection, and market integrity. This move has quickly drawn significant market attention, particularly from companies seeking to list on the exchange.
blog image 1 Foreign Company Foreign Firms' EDGAR Strategies Under SEC Rules: From Confidential Filing to Public Disclosure
Foreign Firms' EDGAR Strategies Under SEC Rules: From Confidential Filing to Public Disclosure
blog image 1 IPO The Legal and Compliance Considerations for Foreign Companies Listing in the US
Going public is a significant undertaking for any private company. However, the process can be even more complex for private issuers who need to incorporate under the laws of a country other than the United States.