SEC Extends Review of NYSE American Listing Rule Tweak
Published Date: 5/4/2026
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Summary
The NYSE American wants to change its rules so companies must keep a certain market value to stay listed. The SEC is taking extra time, until June 18, 2026, to decide if this change is a go or no-go. This affects companies listed on NYSE American and could impact their ability to stay on the exchange based on their market size.
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NYSE American Market-Cap Listing Rule
NYSE American proposed to amend Section 1003 so an issuer must maintain a certain market capitalization to remain listed on the exchange. This change affects companies listed on NYSE American and could impact their ability to stay listed based on their market size.
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