Access Public Markets and explore IPO in Australia with ASX

Fintech Nation recently hosted an exclusive event in collaboration with the Australian Securities Exchange ASX and Aspire, aimed at guiding Singapore-based fintech startups on expanding into the Australian market and pursuing IPO listings on the ASX. This initiative underscores Fintech Nation’s commitment as a premier investment platform and ecosystem builder to empower entrepreneurs with the capital, knowledge, and networks needed for growth beyond Singapore.

The event, held at Aspire Office in Singapore, provided participants with direct insights from ASX and Austrade experts on navigating Australia’s fintech landscape, regulatory environment, and capital markets. Attendees learned about the advantages of listing on the ASX, which boasts one of the world’s most active IPO platforms, a robust regulatory framework, and access to the 𝗳𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗵-𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, currently valued at over A$4 trillion and projected to exceed A$11 trillion by 20431.

Key highlights shared included:

 • 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: ASX offers a top-ranking equity market with strong investor appetite, particularly from institutional and retail investors, supported by a liquid market and efficient price discovery. The exchange is globally recognized for facilitating growth-stage capital raises and follow-on offerings, with lower listing costs compared to US exchanges-approximately half the cost-making it attractive for emerging fintechs

 • 𝗙𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮: The ASX supports companies with market capitalizations starting around US$150 million, with a clear pathway to institutional investor interest. The listing process typically spans 4-6 months, with comprehensive support from ASX teams to ensure smooth navigation through regulatory and marketing stages1.

 • 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆: The event emphasized Australia as a gateway for Singapore fintechs to tap into a mature, well-regulated market with significant superannuation fund inflows, a sophisticated investor base, and a thriving technology sector exemplified by the S&P/ASX All Technology Index, which outperforms many global indices1.

Fintech Nation’s collaboration with ASX aligns with its broader mission to foster fintech innovation through capital access, ecosystem building, and thought leadership. By facilitating knowledge exchange and connections, Fintech Nation is enabling Singapore startups to strategically position themselves for international growth and public market success.

For Singapore fintechs considering IPOs, this partnership offers a compelling pathway to scale, supported by a regulatory environment that balances investor protection with innovation, and a capital market that rewards growth and technology-driven businesses.