China–Norway Green Transition and Maritime Forum 2026 Showcases Bilateral Innovation and Sustainability Achievements
On April 24, the China–Norway Green Transition and Maritime Forum 2026 was held in Shanghai, aiming to deepen cooperation between Norway and China in sustainable development and green transformation, while advancing a shared vision for a greener future. The forum was one of the officially registered events of Shanghai Climate Week and served as a […]
SEC Chairman Atkins’ Plan to Boost US Markets
Date: December 8 , 2025 Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/atkins-120225-revitalizing-americas-markets-250 SEC Chairman Paul Atkins outlined exciting reforms in his December 2, 2025, speech at the New York Stock Exchange to revitalize America’s capital markets ahead of the 250th anniversary. These changes aim to make going public easier, attract more companies to US exchanges, and empower investors with clearer […]
What the SEC’s Post-Shutdown Guidance Means for MicroCap Companies
Date: November 18, 2025 Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/whats-new/division-corporation-finance-guidance-after-government-shutdown On November 13, 2025, following the end of the federal government shutdown, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued guidance that offers much‑needed clarity to issuers, underwriters, and advisors navigating filings made during and immediately after the shutdown. Summary: Registration Statements Without Delaying AmendmentsIssuers that filed or removed delaying […]
NASDAQ extended the review period for proposed rules governing small IPOs by Chinese firms
Date: November 5, 2025 Source: https://www.sec.gov/files/rules/sro/nasdaq/2025/34-104058.pdf Regarding the proposed rule changes submitted by Nasdaq on September 3, 2025, the matter is still under review by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC has extended the review period to 90 days, and the final decision is expected to be announced around December 18, 2025. […]
Nasdaq proposed rule changes progress as of September 3, 2025
Date: November 5, 2025Source:https://www.sec.gov/files/rules/sro/nasdaq/2025/34-104058.pdf Regarding the proposed rule changes submitted by Nasdaq on September 3, 2025, the matter is still under review by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The SEC has extended the review period to 90 days, and the final decision is expected to be announced around December 18, 2025. If approved, […]
Nasdaq Tighten Listing Rules for Small IPOs, Chinese Firms
Date: September 5, 2025Source:https://listingcenter.nasdaq.com/assets/rulebook/nasdaq/filings/SR-NASDAQ-2025-068.pdfhttps://listingcenter.nasdaq.com/assets/rulebook/nasdaq/filings/SR-NASDAQ-2025-069.pdf Key Takeaway: Nasdaq proposed changes to its initial and continued listing standards, including a US$15 million minimum market value of public float for new listings under the net income standard and an accelerated delisting process for securities with a listing deficiency and a market value of listed securities below US$5 million. […]
Newly Approved Nasdaq Rule Modifies Liquidity Requirements for IPOs and Uplists
Date: March 15，2025Source:https://www.sec.gov/files/rules/sro/nasdaq/2025/34-102622.pdf On March 12, 2025, the SEC approved to modify certain liquidity requirements for companies initially listing on Nasdaq Capital Market and Nasdaq Global Market in conjunction with a public offering. These new requirements will be effective for companies listing on or after April 11, 2025. This change will raise the bar for the […]
SEC Broadens Confidential Filing Options, What Companies Need to Know
Date：March 4，2025 Source: https://www.sec.gov/about/divisions-offices/division-corporation-finance/draft-registration-statement-processing-procedures-expanded March 3, 2025, SEC announced expanded confidentiality accommodations for draft registration statements to boost capital formation and offer greater flexibility in company financing. The changes broaden which forms and transactions can be reviewed confidentially, and allow more issuers to submit draft registrations for non-public SEC review even after certain milestones or […]
Nasdaq’s Change to Board Diversity Disclosure Rules
Date: February 2 , 2025Source:https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/01/30/2025-01932/self-regulatory-organizations-the-nasdaq-stock-market-llc-notice-of-filing-and-immediatehttps://www.sec.gov/files/rules/sro/nasdaq/2025/34-102281.pdf On January 21, 2025, the Nasdaq Stock Market (Nasdaq) filed a proposed rule change with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to repeal its listing rules regarding board diversity disclosures (the Nasdaq Board Diversity Disclosure Rules). The Nasdaq Board Diversity Disclosure Rules were vacated by the United States Court of Appeals for the […]