Standard Rules

SEC Listing Standard Rules for Reverse Merger Companies

On November 9, the SEC approved rules issued by the three major U.S. listing markets (Nasdaq, NYSE, and NYSE Amex) to prohibit a reverse merger company from applying to list until the company: (i) completes a one year “seasoning period” by trading in the U.S. OTC market or another regulated or foreign exchange, and (ii) maintains a minimum share price for a required period. Reverse mergers permit companies to access U.S. investors by merging with an existing public shell company. SEC Release.