First North is an alternative marketplace for small growth companies, providing a world of opportunities on the Nordic and global financial markets. It gives companies greater visibility and ease of access to Northern Europe's largest pool of capital, combining the benefits of being on-market with simplicity. First North is a part of OMX Nordic Exchange. That means that the companies admitted to trading at First North are given the same possibilities as large companies, but the regulations are lighter. And when the company is ready for the main list it is a short step. You are almost there.
First North is an alternative market, operated by the different exchanges within OMX. It does not have the legal status as an EU-regulated market. Companies at First North are subject to the rules of First North and not the legal requirements for admission to trading on a regulated market. The risk in such an investment may be higher than on the main market.