What is SME Platform?

An SME platform, such as the BSE SME Platform or the NSE Emerge Platform in India, is a specialized exchange or trading platform for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). These platforms are operated by main exchanges - Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

SME platforms offer SMEs a place to list their shares and raise capital on the public market as the listing requirements are simple compared to the main Stock Exchanges.

Key Features of SME Platform

• Designed to meet the needs of SMEs with lower capital, profitability and track record requirements compared to larger companies on the mainboard.
• They are focused on supporting the growth of SMEs by providing a platform to raise funds for expansion, innovation and business initiatives.
• Offers investors the opportunity to diversify their portfolios by investing in promising, high-growth SMEs.
• SEBI regulates them to ensure transparency, investor protection and market integrity.