The MENA region has become a hub for tech startup IPOs with exchanges like DFM, ADX, and Tadawul being important for listing activity.
Tech startups are at the forefront of a shift in emerging venture markets, making public markets more accessible to digital-first businesses.
The Talabat IPO is seen as part of a broader trend indicating increasing IPOs in emerging markets.
Future success in IPOs for tech startups from emerging markets will likely stem from sectoral innovation, regulatory changes, and increased participation by investors.