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How Public Companies Can Benefit From the CSE-NSX Integration | The CSE Podcast E8-S5

In this episode, Anna Saran of the Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE) talks with Eduardo Carmona of the National Stock Exchange of Australia (NSX) about the recent CSE‑NSX integration and what it means for Canadian issuers. They explain how the merger creates a venture‑focused market in Australia, offering dual‑listing opportunities, lower entry thresholds (AU$500,000 minimum market cap, 25% free float, no profit or asset tests), and fast‑track listings for companies already listed on the CSE or TSX. Key advantages highlighted include access to Australia’s 24‑hour trading, a robust superannuation pension system that actively invests in individual stocks, and sector opportunities beyond mining, such as tech, life sciences, and crypto. Carmona emphasizes the strategic fit between the CSE’s venture‑friendly model and the NSX’s desire to attract smaller, growth‑stage companies.