Mexico’s stock exchange plans to list options on major U.S. stocks like Amazon and Apple by year-end, aiming to boost liquidity. CEO Jorge Alegria expects a rise in listings of small companies through SPACs, with new rules making it easier for mid-sized firms to go public. Grupo BMV anticipates increased IPO activity in Mexico.

New regulations aim to revive Mexican capital markets, making it easier for smaller companies to seek stock market flotations. Grupo BMV expects a pickup in IPO activity in Mexico, with high-profile names like Aeromexico and Banamex expected to tap the IPO markets. Electronic trading of bonds is also expected to increase significantly.

Grupo BMV plans to launch an electronic platform for trading Mexican bonds, attracting global liquidity. While round-the-clock equities trading is not immediate, the exchange is upgrading its technology infrastructure. CEO Alegria prioritizes data monetization and international licensing to support growth and close the valuation gap with global exchange operators.

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