PETALING JAYA: Bursa Malaysia Bhd is stepping up efforts to attract more foreign retail investors through its Invest Beyond Borders initiative by partnering with Singapore-based digital broker Phillip Nova.
Under the collaboration, Singapore investors can access Bursa Malaysia-listed securities through Phillip Nova’s digital trading platform, together with market information and corporate insights. The partnership is designed to improve the visibility of Malaysian equities among Singapore-based retail investors and make cross-border participation more seamless.
Bursa Malaysia director of group commercial and market coverage Stephanie Tan Kar Mun said the exchange recognises the need to supply clear information and insights so retail investors can make informed decisions in a digitally enabled market. The initiative will be supported by investor education programmes and direct engagement with Malaysian-listed companies, helping foreign participants better understand local businesses and opportunities.
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The partnership launched with six featured companies — Top Glove, Karex, Inta Bina, Sunway Healthcare, Hi-Mobility and Kee Ming — drawing more than 800 registrations. These companies provide a starting point for Singapore investors seeking exposure to Malaysian equities across different sectors.
The collaboration forms part of Bursa Malaysia’s wider market-development agenda. It complements other tools such as the Research Incentive Scheme Plus, IR4U, and the quality-focused BMQ 50 and BMQ Shariah indices, which have recorded year-to-date returns of approximately 9% and 12% respectively. Together, these measures aim to boost liquidity, raise the profile of Malaysian listed firms and create long-term value.
By expanding access for foreign retail investors, the Phillip Nova partnership strengthens the Malaysian capital market’s regional reach and supports greater cross-border investment flows.
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