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19 December, 2025
2025 – A Five-Year RetrospectiveAs we approach the end of 2025, it feels meaningful not only to summarize the year that has passed, but also to zoom out and gain an overview of the five years since the founding of Nordic Issuing. It is impossible not to feel a deep sense of gratitude for the development we have seen – gratitude for the trust of our clients and partners, for our skilled and dedicated employees, and for the steps we have taken toward a clear goal: to become the leading issuing agent in the Nordic region. All of this despite a turbulent period marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and volatile years in the stock market. The story of Nordic Issuing began in 2020 as a brand within Spotlight Group, with 65 assignments during our first year of operations. That same year, we also became a clearing member of Euroclear Sweden AB, Sweden’s central securities depository, which enabled a broader range of transactions, such as quota value issues and settlement within Euroclear’s VPC system. In addition, we became a member of VP Securities A/S in Denmark – the Danish equivalent of Euroclear Sweden AB – allowing us to support Danish companies in an entirely new way. A Fully Independent Company To continue developing our operations and take the next step as an independent player in the financial market, we soon moved into our own premises at Stortorget 3 in Malmö. At the beginning of 2021, we were registered as a standalone company. This was followed by an IPO-intensive and highly developmental year, during which our operations nearly quadrupled to a total of 250 completed assignments. At the same time, significant investments were made in IT to ensure secure and efficient delivery – and to create a strong foundation for future development. Regulatory Licenses, Key Services, and a Clear Market Profile At the start of 2022, the company’s journey truly gained momentum when we received our licenses from the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansinspektionen), an important milestone for us as an independent securities firm. Over the following two years, two core services were launched: Nordic Issuing Academy – a training program focused on issuance-related expertise – and a custodian banking service for depository receipts, enabling the listing of foreign companies on a Swedish marketplace. We also took on a more clearly defined market position. During the spring and autumn of 2023, we hosted two well-attended events aimed at promoting dialogue around the execution of secure issuances in a turbulent market environment. Strong Development The business continued to be characterized by strong growth, both in revenue and in the number of employees, services, assignments, clients, and partners. By the end of 2023, the figures spoke for themselves: 270 completed assignments, including 12 new clients listed on Nasdaq’s main market – a significant milestone in our development. Throughout 2024, we had the opportunity to work with additional new main market clients, which truly felt like recognition of our expertise and our commitment to high quality. During this period, we were also privileged to acquire AktieInvest’s issuance services division, further strengthening our market position. A New Integrated Whole The year 2025 followed as a period of organizational development, during which we were grateful to grow both commercially and as an organization. Through the acquisition of AktieInvest, we welcomed new colleagues and formed a new integrated organization with offices in both Malmö and Stockholm, united by a shared culture. This integration exceeded expectations. Together, we have created greater stability, improved ways of working, and a stronger foundation for the future. In addition, employee development has taken clear steps forward. New team structures have found their rhythm, expertise has broadened, and insights for the next level of growth have emerged organically. Refinement and Preparation On the operational side, we have continued to develop our processes and technology to be well prepared for more intensive periods and continued growth when market conditions allow. While the IPO year was weaker than expected, we are all the more grateful for the assignments we were entrusted to participate in – a total of 280 transactions. At the same time, we have strengthened our role as a natural and integral part of the Swedish issuance market. A Rewarding Year Summarizing a year often comes down to numbers. For 2025, we instead choose to frame the year through insights: progress made behind the scenes, an organization that has matured, and the joy of growing on multiple levels. The dedication and commitment of our colleagues have carried the year and will continue to carry us forward. Once again, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to our clients and partners for your trust and for making it possible for us at Nordic Issuing to grow through new and exciting assignments and transactions. With that, we leave a meaningful and educational year behind us and turn our gaze toward 2026. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Warm regards, Christopher Åkerblom and the team at Nordic Issuing
27 February, 2025
Nordic Issuing starts the year with a stronger team and new managementThe new year has kicked off at full speed at Nordic Issuing. Following the acquisition of Aktieinvest Emittentservice, we have had the pleasure of welcoming several experienced and highly skilled colleagues to our team – and we also have a new, yet familiar, CEO. We would like to extend a warm welcome to Marie, Thomas, and Beatrice as they join Nordic Issuing. Their extensive experience in the financial industry and issuing services further strengthens our team, making us even more equipped to support our clients on their growth journeys. Marie has been working in the industry since 1999 and brings broad experience from Customer Service, Back Office, Project Management, and Compliance. She joins us from Aktieinvest Emittentservice, where she played a key role in launching a new fund and managing regulatory processes.Thomas has over 15 years of experience in issuance services from Aktieinvest and is an invaluable asset with his deep knowledge of project management and transactions.Beatrice has a solid background in issuing service administration, regulatory reporting, and settlement, with experience from both Aktieinvest and Erik Penser Bank. At the same time, we are entering a new phase in our development as Christopher Åkerblom now assumes the position of permanent CEO at Nordic Issuing. Christopher already has a longstanding relationship with the company, both as CEO and Chairman of the Board, and will now lead the organization together with Amanda Gustafsson, Head of Operations. We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Ida Nordehammar for her invaluable contributions during her time as CEO. With these reinforcements, our team now consists of 13 people, with 5 employees based at our Stockholm office on Vasagatan 52, while the remaining 8 work from our headquarters in Malmö, Stortorget 3. With the right expertise in place, we continue to build Sweden’s leading issuing agent firm and look forward to an exciting year where we create even more value for our clients and the market together.
In an issuance or listing process, one of the most important factors is building trust — in addition to ensuring that everything runs smoothly and according to plan, of course. Insufficient control or potential risks can create heightened scrutiny among counterparties and clients, which may lead to costly consequences.
When Nordic Issuing manages an issuance process, we take responsibility for the work with Euroclear, investor dialogue, and in many cases also overall project management. It is complex work, but we have the tools and experience required to make it straightforward for our clients.
An important part of our offering is that we see KYC and AML as more than just regulatory requirements. We see them as an opportunity to create a safer process and a competitive advantage in collaboration with our clients. Instead of getting stuck in time-consuming manual checks, we have chosen to work with smart, automated solutions that make risk management fast, efficient, and reliable.
As a partner in this work, we have chosen Roaring, a company specializing in risk management within business processes. Their industry-leading tools enable us to perform faster and more precise checks. Through Roaring’s risk API and data services, we can carry out comprehensive controls directly within our workflows. This allows us to quickly identify hidden risks without delaying the process.
However, it is Nordic Issuing, as the issuing agent, that leads the overall process. With the support of Roaring’s toolbox — which, among other things, allows us to create templates tailored to the exact information needed in each case — we are able to conduct the necessary assessments and ensure that the right decisions are made at the right time. Roaring’s risk management services are an important part of our offering, alongside our collective experience and well-established working methods. Together, this creates a secure, efficient, and seamless issuance process.
We see how the market is evolving. Regulations are tightening, risk landscapes are becoming more complex, and the demand for traceability is increasing. That is why we have chosen to invest in solutions that not only meet today’s requirements, but also future-proof our processes — both for ourselves and for our clients.
Our objective is clear. We want our clients to experience the issuance process as simple, secure, and professional. We want them to feel confident that we manage everything from the first meeting to a successful completion. We deliver with full control, high efficiency, and modern risk management as a natural part of the process.
If you would like to learn more about how we conduct smooth share issues and work proactively with risk management, please contact us at info@nordic-issuing.se.
Conducting a share issue is an important step in many companies’ development and often a crucial piece of larger growth plans. But even for experienced teams, the process can involve more steps and controls, more coordination and administration, than one might initially expect. There are many moving parts. And to ensure that trust is maintained between all parties involved, everything needs to be done right from the start.
We participate in hundreds of share issues every year and know which working methods tend to run most smoothly — and where the most common pitfalls lie. That’s why we want to share five things we wish everyone knew before getting started. Small insights that can make a big difference, both for the timeline and the final outcome.
We know — there’s a lot to put in place before a share issue, and it’s easy to postpone certain steps. But the reality is that many companies contact us later in the process than is ideal. It’s not just a matter of stress, but of practical factors: Euroclear connections, resolutions, registrations, and deliveries all take time.
The earlier we are involved, the smoother everything becomes — not least for you. We’re happy to help set the right pace from the beginning, so you can avoid surprises along the way.
It may sound obvious, but this is often where the pace of the process is determined. When investor lists, amounts, resolutions, and documentation are correct from the outset, everything moves faster, more securely, and more smoothly.
The better prepared you are when we begin, the less time needs to be spent on double-checking, follow-ups, and adjustments. It’s not about perfection — it’s about having the right things in place at the right time. That allows us to focus our efforts where they create the most value.
A share issue is rarely a one-person job. Lawyers, IR departments, investors, banks, boards of directors, and Euroclear — the list of stakeholders is often longer than expected.
We are used to managing this complexity and know how to keep all the threads together, but it requires clear communication. The earlier we gain a full overview, the better we can help steer the process in the right direction — ensuring nothing falls through the cracks and no party feels overlooked.
Euroclear’s systems are not something you can simply Google your way through. You need to know exactly what is required — and when.
Registrations, checks, and deliveries must be completed in the correct order, in the correct format, and in the correct place. The details determine whether everything falls into place on time. We have the experience, we know the common challenges that may arise, and we know how to avoid them.
For most companies, a share issue is not a routine matter. But for us, it is — it’s part of our everyday work.
That means we not only understand the process, but also recognize the patterns, recurring mistakes, and opportunities that often arise. The difference lies in the details — and in experience. That’s why our clients choose us in business-critical situations where everything needs to be right from the start.
Need a sounding board or help getting started? We’re here for you, no matter where you are in the process. The earlier you contact us, the more we can help you streamline, simplify, and secure a successful share issue.
When I tell friends what I do, I often get the question: What exactly is a share issue?
The truth is that before I started here, I barely knew myself. Now I know that what I work with definitely isn’t about “just filling out paperwork,” but about being part of processes that determine how companies grow, raise capital, and reshape their ownership structure. These are business-critical details that have to be correct — every single time.
My name is Ebba Cederström, and I study economics while working part-time at Nordic Issuing as a Junior Associate. Join me for a workday that offers a behind-the-scenes look.
My day usually begins by logging in and reviewing ongoing share issues — for example, a rights issue where investors have subscribed for new shares. I check transaction flows, update systems, and ensure that the right individuals receive the correct number of shares.
Small things, you might think. But for our clients, an incorrectly registered subscription could mean that important funds don’t arrive on time, or that shares aren’t delivered as planned. What I do therefore affects both the company and its investors — directly. Every now and then, I’m struck by how much is actually at stake.
Throughout the workday, I sometimes have direct contact with investors — it might be someone wondering why they haven’t yet seen their shares in their account, or how a convertible instrument should be registered. Being able to respond clearly and confidently is an important part of the job.
Some investors have never participated in a share issue before. In those cases, it’s our job to guide them and explain the process.
As someone new to the industry, my workdays naturally also involve shadowing my senior colleagues — observing and learning. Since I’m still studying, it’s incredibly valuable to see theories and models from school translated into real business practice.
You might think that working 60% alongside full-time studies would be demanding, but being here at work actually makes my studies more efficient. The “aha” moments come closer together.
By the end of the workday, I may have helped deliver shares in a directed issue, had a dialogue with Euroclear, and answered a question from a concerned investor. What I do may not always be visible externally — but every detail truly matters to everyone involved.
Before the day ends, I like to plan for tomorrow and structure the work ahead. I may only be at the beginning of my career, but already being involved in company growth, changes in ownership structures, and investor relations to help raise new capital is incredibly stimulating work.
