Report on Initial Public Offering Applications, Delisting and Suspensions (October 2024)

The monthly report outlines key statistics related to regulatory oversight during the reporting period, including application processing and the status of listed companies. As of October 31, 2024, there are 2,623 listed companies, with 54 newly listed and 40 delisted during the year. A total of 221 initial public offerings were processed, with 85 approved and listed, while 68 are still under review. Processing times for various applications and comments were also detailed, with a median of 13 business days for first comment letters. Additionally, 73 companies are under suspension, with ongoing reviews and legal proceedings regarding some delistings.

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