October 9, 2025

Texas Stock Exchange Set to Transform the Market

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The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) is poised to revolutionize the financial landscape in Dallas with plans to launch trading services and exchange-traded products by 2026. Recently approved by the SEC, it aims to lower public company costs and raise listing standards, offering dual listings for mid to large-cap companies. The entry of TXSE will enhance competition in the U.S. equity markets and aligns with Texas’ pro-business initiatives. This ambitious project, backed by significant investors, could reverse the decline in public companies and invigorate the local economy, particularly in the energy sector.

Texas has taken a significant step towards establishing a new front in equity trading with the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) receiving approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to function as a national securities exchange. This approval marks the first fully integrated national exchange sanction in years, setting the stage for TXSE to launch its trading services and exchange-traded products (ETPs) in 2026.

The TXSE, headquartered in Dallas, aims to cater specifically to mid- to large-cap companies, focusing primarily on dual listings of firms already present in existing markets. By doing so, TXSE seeks to enhance competition in the U.S. equity markets, which have predominantly been controlled by established exchanges like the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq. TXSE’s initiative to create a new platform for trading comes amid a landscape where the number of public companies has decreased from over 8,000 in the 1990s to about 4,400 today.

TXSE’s strategic approach also includes reducing the costs associated with being a public company, which, combined with improved listing standards, could make it an attractive option for enterprises seeking to go public. Since its establishment in 2023, TXSE has successfully raised approximately $120 million before filing its registration documents, indicating a strong financial backing. Notable investors, including major financial institutions such as BlackRock and Citadel Securities, along with local Texas billionaires, demonstrate confidence in the exchange’s potential.

With its headquarters expected to open in spring 2025, TXSE symbolizes Texas’ proactive measures to establish a competitive financial sector in the U.S. Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has expressed enthusiasm for the exchange, suggesting it will be instrumental in transforming Texas into America’s financial hub. Additionally, the state’s long-standing reputation as a pro-business environment is further emphasized by recent initiatives, including the establishment of a new business courts system and a Bitcoin reserve.

The economic landscape in Texas, which boasts over 50 Fortune 500 companies and a significant number of publicly traded entities, aligns perfectly with TXSE’s vision. The exchange aims to capture a portion of the burgeoning energy economy, a critical component of the U.S. energy market. TXSE’s operations will significantly contribute to economic growth and the revitalization of public market listings in the state.

TXSE’s approval is expected to enhance competition historically stifled by the dual dominance of the NYSE and Nasdaq, potentially leveling the playing field for new entrants to the market. This shift is likely to foster innovation and provide more options for investors and companies alike, creating a dynamic financial ecosystem.

TXSE founder and CEO, James H Lee, alongside the TXSE Group Inc., has actively led these developments, reinforcing the exchange’s commitment to revitalizing the public markets. As Texas advances on its path to becoming a leading financial center, the establishment of TXSE is seen as a vital component of this vision, humorously referred to as “Y’all Street” in the financial district.

In conclusion, the regulatory approval of the Texas Stock Exchange is poised to change the landscape of U.S. equity trading by providing a new platform designed to foster competition and enhance the corporate and economic environment in Texas. As it prepares to commence operations in 2026, TXSE stands at the forefront of a trend aimed at revitalizing public offerings and creating a more diverse trading environment in the American financial markets.

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