Malaysia Capital Market Expands to MYR4.3tr on Stronger Bonds and Fund Growth

Malaysia capital market growth reached 2.4% in 2025, bringing total size to MYR4.3tr (USD1.09tr), supported by stronger corporate bond issuance and rising assets in the fund management sector, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia.

Corporate bond issuance increased to 26 deals worth MYR64.33bn, up from 23 issues valued at MYR48.8bn in 2024, while assets under management rose 6.9% to MYR1.14tr.

The Malaysia capital market remained resilient despite global volatility, with 60 IPOs completed during the year compared with 55 in 2024.

The report also highlighted a nearly 22% increase in committed venture capital and private equity funds to MYR30.05bn, alongside regulatory approval for nine single-family offices under the Forest City tax incentive scheme.