Why the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Deutsche Boerse)
The basic answers to that question include:
*At least one year in existence or proforma documentation
*Privately owned (this is not a dual-listing for existing public companies, but is an IPO)
*Can be domiciled anywhere in the world.
*Good financial statements in International or U.S. GAAP format (but do NOT need to be audited)
*At least 30 shareholders
*A minimum of 500,000 Euros has been invested in the company (Paid-up capital)
*Simple and cost efficient capital market access (cheaper to list)
*First Quotation Board, Entry Standard, General Standard and Prime Standard offer low admission and listing fees and the fastest admission process worldwide (fast to list)
*High market integrity and transparency enhance confidence of investors (strong investors)
*Electronic network in modern primary markets allows direct access to global investors
*Peer group visibility and low cost of capital
*Large and reputable peer group with listing alongside global brands (Your name beside the Majors or as a Major)
*Selection of sector indices and unique media visibility enhance investor awareness Lowest cost of capital and positive primary market sentiment (Green Energy, Mining, Pharma, etc)
*Strong liquidity (Be able to sell shares)
*Integrated product portfolio facilitates hedging, trading and arbitrage strategies Low transaction costs and highest trading activity in Europe attract investors
*Professional guidance and support
*I-POint: various information and services supporting issuers and candidates
*Deutsche Börse Listing Partner: financial markets experts
*Access to 120 million investor viewers on the stock exchange website
Posted on Feb 22, 2011, 3:22 PM from IP address 195.64.137.22