Listing on Nasdaq Europe can help a company raise capital, reach Nordic, Baltic and international investors, increase visibility and strengthen its credibility as a public company. Nasdaq Europe offers different listing venues, including the Main Market and First North Growth Market, together with market infrastructure and support for companies before and after listing.
Nasdaq European Listings: Access Nordic and Baltic Capital Markets
List on Nasdaq’s Nordic and Baltic markets, connect with local and international investors, and choose a listing market aligned with your company’s growth stage.
What Are Nasdaq European Listings?
Nasdaq European Listings provide companies with access to public capital markets across Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Companies can list on Nasdaq First North Growth Market or the Nasdaq Main Market, depending on their development stage, strategic goals and readiness for public-market requirements.
Nasdaq supports growth companies, established businesses and international issuers seeking capital, investor visibility and a long-term path through the Nordic and Baltic public markets.
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How Many Companies Are Listed on Nasdaq Europe?
Statistics as of 2026 Q3
1036
Listed companies across Nasdaq’s Nordic and Baltic markets
€2.1T
Combined market capitalisation
150+
Market transfers from First North Growth Market to the Main Market
Why List on Nasdaq Europe?
Companies list on Nasdaq Europe to raise capital, strengthen visibility and connect with active Nordic, Baltic and international investors. Nasdaq provides listing markets for companies at different stages of growth, supported by established market infrastructure, issuer services and public-company education.
Access Capital and Investors
Reach institutional and retail investors across the Nordic and Baltic markets and internationally.
Build Visibility and Credibility
Increase visibility among investors, analysts, media and other capital-market participants.
Choose the Right Listing Market
Select First North Growth Market or the Main Market based on your company’s development and listing readiness.
Access Trusted Market Infrastructure
List and trade within transparent markets supported by Nasdaq technology and market operations.
Advance Sustainable Finance Goals
Explore Green Designations and other solutions that help communicate sustainability credentials to the market.
Access Support & Training
Explore IPO readiness programs, Board and Leadership Training, and the Nasdaq Certified Adviser network.
First North Growth Market or Main Market: Which Is Right for Your Company?
Nasdaq First North Growth Market is a growth market for developing companies seeking access to public capital, while the Main Market is a regulated market for established companies. The appropriate market depends on the company’s maturity, financing objectives, governance and readiness to meet the applicable requirements.
First North Growth Market
A flexible platform for growth companies ready to scale, providing visibility, credibility, and investor access to accelerate expansion in dynamic markets.
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For established companies seeking broad investor access, enhanced visibility and the regulatory prestige of Europe’s leading capital markets.
Explore the Nasdaq Main MarketHow Do You List a Company on Nasdaq Europe?
The listing process involves assessing the company’s readiness, choosing the appropriate market, preparing the company and documentation, submitting an application, and completing the admission process. Requirements vary by market, jurisdiction and transaction structure.
Assess Listing Readiness
Review the company’s strategy, financial position, governance, reporting capabilities and public-market readiness.
Choose a Listing Market
Compare First North Growth Market and the Main Market and identify the relevant Nasdaq exchange.
Prepare the Company and Documentation
Work with the required financial, legal and other advisers to prepare the company, documentation and offering.
Complete Admission and Begin Trading
Submit the required materials for review. Once the applicable requirements have been met and the application has been approved, the company’s securities can be admitted to trading.
Listing requirements and processes vary by market and jurisdiction. Consult the applicable market rules and professional advisers.
Nasdaq Nordic and Baltic Stock Exchanges
Explore Nasdaq listing venues in Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Each exchange connects companies with its local market ecosystem and Nasdaq’s wider Nordic and Baltic network.
How Nasdaq Supports Companies After Listing
Nasdaq supports listed companies with solutions designed to improve liquidity, broaden investor access and communicate sustainability credentials.
Liquidity Enhancement
Increase trading activity and investor visibility through Nasdaq's liquidity enhancement programmes, designed to support market quality and improve share liquidity for listed companies.
Explore Liquidity SolutionsUS Listings in Sweden
Access Nordic investors through Nasdaq Stockholm. U.S. companies can establish a European market presence, broaden their investor base and increase visibility among Nordic institutions and retail investors.
Explore U.S. ListingsGreen Designations
Highlight your sustainability strategy with Nasdaq's Green Designations. Help investors identify companies supporting environmental and sustainable finance initiatives.
Explore MoreIPO Preparation, Governance Training and Support
Prepare for listing and public-company responsibilities with IPO education, governance programmes, adviser support and resources for listed companies.
Nasdaq IPO Academy
Learn how to prepare for an IPO, understand the listing journey and build public-market readiness.
Learn MoreCertified Adviser Training
Access training for advisers supporting companies on First North Growth Market.
Learn MoreBoard and Leadership Training
Strengthen governance and leadership through programmes for boards and senior leaders.
Learn MoreListed Companies Resource Hub
Find resources, guidance and services for companies listed on Nasdaq’s Nordic and Baltic markets.
Learn MoreNasdaq Stockholm Studio
Professional event venue, broadcast studio and webinar facility in central Stockholm
Host corporate events, bell ceremonies, executive interviews, webinars, podcasts, panel discussions and live-streamed broadcasts at Nasdaq Stockholm Studio. Located in the heart of Stockholm, the studio combines premium event space with professional broadcast technology, making it an ideal venue for companies seeking a high-impact setting for market events, investor communications, thought leadership and brand experiences.
Resource Center
Access official listing rules, regulations and supporting information for Nasdaq’s Nordic and Baltic markets.
FAQs
An initial public offering, or IPO, is the process through which a private company offers its shares to public investors and becomes publicly traded. An IPO can help a company raise capital, broaden its ownership and create a public market for its shares.
Nasdaq First North Growth Market is a multilateral trading facility designed primarily for growth companies seeking access to the public markets. The Nasdaq Main Market is a regulated market generally suited to more established companies that are prepared to meet its regulatory and reporting requirements. Companies admitted to First North must appoint and retain a Certified Adviser, while Main Market issuers follow the applicable regulated-market admission process and rulebook.
Nasdaq Europe offers two primary venues, Main Market, designed for mature companies seeking broad investor access and regulatory prestige and First North Growth Market, tailored for growth companies with flexible requirements and strong support from Certified Advisers.
The listing journey generally begins by assessing the company’s readiness and selecting the market that best matches its size, maturity and objectives. The company then appoints the required advisers, prepares the relevant documentation and completes the applicable exchange and regulatory reviews. The exact process depends on the selected exchange, market and type of listing, so companies should consult the relevant rulebook and speak with Nasdaq’s European Listings team early in the process.
A company applying to Nasdaq First North Growth Market must meet the admission requirements in the applicable First North rulebook and appoint a Nasdaq-approved Certified Adviser. The Certified Adviser supports the company during the application process and must be retained for as long as the company remains admitted to trading. Requirements vary by market and may cover areas such as company organisation, financial information, shareholder distribution, disclosure procedures and the suitability of management and the board.
A company seeking admission to the Nasdaq Main Market must satisfy the requirements of the applicable exchange and jurisdiction. These may include requirements relating to the company’s operating history, financial reporting, governance, management, shareholder distribution, disclosure procedures and, where applicable, an approved prospectus. Companies should review the relevant Main Market rulebook and consult Nasdaq’s Listings team for requirements specific to the selected exchange and transaction.
The cost of listing on Nasdaq Europe varies depending on the market, country, company size, and listing type. Fees typically include application, admission and annual listing fees. Nasdaq offers different listing options to support both growth companies and established businesses across its Nordic and Baltic markets.
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Explore listing fees and price lists for Main Market and First North Growth Market
Yes. International companies can apply to list on Nasdaq’s European markets, subject to the requirements of the chosen exchange and listing venue. Nasdaq First North accepts applications regardless of a company’s country of origin or industry, while US companies can also explore listing opportunities through Nasdaq Stockholm. The applicable structure, documentation and regulatory requirements depend on the company and the proposed listing.
A special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC, is a publicly traded investment vehicle that raises capital through an IPO with the objective of acquiring or combining with another company. SPACs may be listed on a separate segment of Nasdaq’s Nordic Main Market. A subsequent business combination is subject to the applicable listing review, prospectus requirements and regulatory approvals.
Nasdaq offers comprehensive support throughout the listing journey, including IPO readiness programs, Board and Leadership Training, Nasdaq IPO Academy, Certified Adviser Network, access to the Nasdaq Stockholm Studio for broadcasts, investor communications and corporate events, and Post-listing resources to help maintain compliance, visibility and investor engagement.
You can access detailed European market regulations and listing rules directly through our Resource Center section or by contacting our listings team.
Use the Contact Us form on the European Listings page to connect with Nasdaq’s Listings team. The team can help you understand the available listing venues, identify the appropriate local contact and discuss the next steps for your company’s listing journey.