SGX

SGX: PwC highlights SGX continues to maintain a niche position in South-east Asia, with its traditional strength in Reits and mineral, O&G listings. PwC opines that SGX remains relevant as it is backed by strong governance and a progressive and transparent regulatory regime, and that it should continue to see high levels of interest from companies looking to raise capital, as well as to trade in Spore. IPOs have been relatively slow going in 1H, but analysts are expecting a pick-up in activity in 2H.