Latest news with #CentralDepositorySystem
The Star
2 days ago
- Business
- The Star
Bursa Malaysia records RM1.9 trillion in IPOs for 1H25
Bursa Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed KAMPAR: Bursa Malaysia has maintained its lead position in initial public offering (IPO) activities in Southeast Asia, recording a market value exceeding RM1.9 trillion in the first half of 2025. Bursa Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed said this achievement reflects the strength of the country's capital market and also the business community's confidence in Bursa Malaysia as a partner for long-term growth. "Retail investors' participation remains strong and continues to be a major contributor to the country's equity market. The average daily trading value (ADV) of retail investors remains stable at about RM450 million, in line with pre-COVID-19 levels, as of the middle of this year,' he said in his speech at the 2025 Perak Stock Carnival at Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR) here today. Fad'l added that there are more than 113,000, or eight per cent of active retail investors in Perak, out of a total of 1.4 million in Malaysia, with nearly 6,000 new Central Depository System (CDS) accounts opened as of the middle of this year. He said Perak's potential for further growth in the capital market is very high with its 2.5 million population. "However, despite these impressive figures, our priority is to build retail investors who are knowledgeable, responsible and confident about their investments,' he said. Bursa Malaysia also emphasised the need to raise awareness about the growing issue of investment fraud, with the police reporting more than 2,000 cases in the first quarter of this year, he said. The exchange is intensifying financial literacy programmes such as Sens-Ability, and providing various educational materials for new and experienced investors as a preventive measure, he said. "Bursa Malaysia also introduced investment products like BR Capital, Bursa Gold Dinar, and MyBursa to cater to various investor segments. "We encourage everyone present to leverage the knowledge-sharing sessions and opportunities provided throughout this carnival to make informed and wise investment decisions,' he added. The carnival, held for the first time in Perak, is part of a series of programmes that started in 2022, after previous events in Pahang, Terengganu and Perlis to strengthen investment literacy among the public. Perak's Tourism, Industry, Investment, and Corridor Development committee chairman Loh Sze Yee and UTAR research and commercialisation division vice-president Prof Dr Zuraidah Abd Manaf were also present at the event. - Bernama
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
Bursa Malaysia records RM1.9tri in IPOs for 1H25
KAMPAR: Bursa Malaysia has maintained its lead position in initial public offering (IPO) activities in Southeast Asia, recording a market value exceeding RM1.9 trillion in the first half of 2025. Bursa Malaysia chief executive officer Datuk Fad'l Mohamed said this achievement reflects the strength of the country's capital market and also the business community's confidence in Bursa Malaysia as a partner for long-term growth. "Retail investors' participation remains strong and continues to be a major contributor to the country's equity market. The average daily trading value (ADV) of retail investors remains stable at about RM450 million, in line with pre-COVID-19 levels, as of the middle of this year," he said in his speech at the 2025 Perak Stock Carnival at Tunku Abdul Rahman University (UTAR) here today. Fad'l added that there are more than 113,000, or eight per cent of active retail investors in Perak, out of a total of 1.4 million in Malaysia, with nearly 6,000 new Central Depository System (CDS) accounts opened as of the middle of this year. He said Perak's potential for further growth in the capital market is very high with its 2.5 million population. "However, despite these impressive figures, our priority is to build retail investors who are knowledgeable, responsible and confident about their investments," he said. Bursa Malaysia also emphasised the need to raise awareness about the growing issue of investment fraud, with the police reporting more than 2,000 cases in the first quarter of this year, he said. The exchange is intensifying financial literacy programmes such as Sens-Ability, and providing various educational materials for new and experienced investors as a preventive measure, he said. "Bursa Malaysia also introduced investment products like BR Capital, Bursa Gold Dinar, and MyBursa to cater to various investor segments. "We encourage everyone present to leverage the knowledge-sharing sessions and opportunities provided throughout this carnival to make informed and wise investment decisions," he added. The carnival, held for the first time in Perak, is part of a series of programmes that started in 2022, after previous events in Pahang, Terengganu and Perlis to strengthen investment literacy among the public. Perak's Tourism, Industry, Investment, and Corridor Development committee chairman Loh Sze Yee and UTAR research and commercialisation division vice-president Prof Dr Zuraidah Abd Manaf were also present at the event.
Straits Times
23-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Malaysia's retail investors to get shares as rewards in bid to boost interest in its stock exchange
A new securities transfer scheme allows brokerage firms to reward retail investors with shares of companies listed on Bursa Malaysia through marketing campaigns. PHOTO: BT FILE Malaysia's retail investors to get shares as rewards in bid to boost interest in its stock exchange SINGAPORE – Malaysia is taking steps to broaden its retail investor market with a new scheme that rewards shareholders with eligible shares of the country's listed firms . Launched on May 22, Shares2U is a securities transfer scheme that allows brokerage firms to reward retail investors with shares of companies listed on Bursa Malaysia through marketing campaigns. These shares can be awarded when investors perform specific actions, such as opening a Central Depository System (CDS) account, depositing funds or executing trades. The CDS functions like Singapore's Central Depository accounts. Any securities that an investor buys or sells will be credited to or debited from his CDS account. Most shares listed on the bourse can be awarded to investors, except those from companies classified under PN17 or GN3 – categories for financially distressed firms at risk of delisting. PN17 applies to firms on Bursa's main market , while GN3 covers those on the Ace Market. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can also be awarded, except for leveraged ETFs, inverse ETFs and non-ringgit-denominated ETFs. Seven firms – AmInvestment Bank, CGS International Securities Malaysia, Hong Leong Investment Bank, Kenanga Investment Bank, Malacca Securities, Maybank Investment Bank and Moomoo Securities Malaysia – will roll out the Shares2U scheme in their upcoming marketing campaigns. Bursa Malaysia chief executive Fad'l Mohamed said Shares2U is an example of how Malaysia's capital market is responding to evolving investor behaviours and preferences. 'Today's investors, particularly younger, digitally native generations, expect more than just access – they want value, personalisation and engaging experiences,' he said. 'Shares2U empowers participating organisations to meet these expectations while fostering broader retail participation.' The rollout comes on the back of a strong year for the Malaysian bourse. A Deloitte report published in February showed that Malaysia saw 55 initial public offerings in 2024, which raised US$1.7 billion (S$2.19 billion). This represented a 100 per cent increase from 2023. Bursa Malaysia also had South-east Asia's top listing in 2024 – consumer company 99 Speed Mart Retail Holdings. Its IPO raised US$574 million. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
