History of Oslo Stock Exchange in Timeline

Oslo Stock Exchange is Norway's sole regulated securities trading market, offering a range of products including equities, derivatives, and fixed income instruments. It is a key component of the Nordic financial landscape.

1925: Oslo Name Change

In 1925 Christiania was renamed Oslo.

2001: Formation of Oslo Børs Holding ASA

In 2001, Oslo Børs Holding ASA was created when the Oslo Stock Exchange converted to a public limited company. Ownership was distributed among many owners, including DnB NOR (18%) and OMX (10%).

2001: Privatization of Oslo Stock Exchange

In 2001, the Oslo Stock Exchange was privatized.

June 2005: Establishment of Nordic ABM

In June 2005, Nordic ABM was established as an alternative bond market.

May 2007: Establishment of Oslo Axess

In May 2007, Oslo Axess was established as an alternative to Oslo Børs for listing and trading shares.

May 2007: First Working Day of Oslo Axess

Oslo Axess, having obtained a license from the Ministry of Finance, began operations as a regulated marketplace for trading in Norway on May 2, 2007.

2007: Merger and Ownership by Oslo Børs VPS Holding ASA

Following a merger in 2007, Oslo Stock Exchange became 100% owned by Oslo Børs VPS Holding ASA.

2008: Merger of Oslo Børs Holding ASA with VPS

In 2008, Oslo Børs Holding ASA merged with Verdipapirsentralen ASA (VPS) to establish Oslo Børs VPS Holding ASA.

January 2016: Establishment of Merkur Market

In January 2016, Merkur Market was established as a multilateral trading facility, suitable for smaller and medium-sized companies or large companies not wishing to be fully listed on a regulated market.