Alternext: a tailor-made market for small and midsized companies

Alternext opened for business on 17 May 2005. This new market was created by Euronext to meet the needs of small and midsized companies seeking simplified access to the stock market.

Alternext's streamlined listing requirements and trading rules are suited to size and business needs of small and mid-cap firms. The rules also ensure investor transparency. With:

• its special listing procedures,
• a market model designed to enhance trading,
• and listing sponsors that assist companies throughout their life on the exchange,

Alternext is truly unique. It will become the reference market for small and midsized companies throughout the euro zone.