Listautuminen
Listautuminen is a Finnish term referring to the process of becoming listed on a stock exchange. This involves a company meeting specific requirements and undergoing a rigorous application process to have its shares traded publicly. The primary goal of listing is to raise capital by selling shares to investors, and to provide liquidity for existing shareholders. Once listed, a company's stock can be bought and sold on an exchange, making its ownership more accessible.
The process typically begins with a company deciding to go public, often through an Initial Public Offering
Stock exchanges themselves have their own listing rules, which may include criteria related to a company's