The Aquis Stock Exchange (AQSE) is a primary and secondary market for equity and debt securities with a regulatory environment designed to meet the needs of small-cap issuers wishing to go public or to access growth capital.
AQSE provides opportunities for companies from various countries and sectors to grow, with access to a diverse set of investors (incl. EIS funds), and a supportive advisory community, who understand the needs of entrepreneurial businesses.
With over 100 issuers, ranging from start-ups to scale-ups and beyond, AQSE has facilitated the raising of over £450 million (July 2024) to support company growth. Due to its regulatory status as a recognised stock exchange, securities listed on the AQSE Growth market qualify for a range of tax reliefs, including EIS and reliefs from capital gains and inheritance tax.
Furthermore, AQSE has implemented measures to protect its market, reduce spreads, boost liquidity and ensure that retail investors are treated equally to institutions. AQSE is committed to putting the public back into public markets and becoming the home of growth companies.