The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has imposed 118 administrative sanctions for various misconducts and breaches of securities laws in 2022.

These included violations of the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities, knowingly providing false or misleading information to Bursa Malaysia, violations of the take-overs and mergers provisions, and late submissions of documents under the Lodge and Launch Framework.

SC: 118 administrative sanctions imposed for various misconducts, breaches of securities laws in 2022

The average daily transaction value of the local digital asset market fell 55.05% to RM25.75 million in 2022, from RM57.29 million in 2021, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC)’s Annual Report 2022 revealed on Monday (March 27).

Despite the drop in the average daily transaction value, more new accounts were created. Over 128,000 accounts were created in 2022, which added 17% more to the total since the end of 2021.

SC: Digital assets' average daily transaction value dropped 55% to RM25.75m in 2022

The Securities Commission is actively curbing capital market irregularities, contrary to the general perception that it is not taking action against activities breaching the Capital Markets and Services Act 2007 (CMSA), says chairman Datuk Seri Dr Awang Adek Hussin.

SC actively curbing capital market irregularities, says chairman 

The LEAP Market Transfer Framework to smoothen the transition of listed companies from the LEAP Market to the ACE Market will be rolled out “sooner rather than later”, said Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) chairman Datuk Seri Awang Adek Hussin.

SC: LEAP-to-ACE framework coming soon, but dual-class shares listing still in the works

Malaysian public-listed companies (PLCs) included in index funds would be appealing as passive funds are growing in the developed and emerging markets across bonds and equities, the Securities Commission (SC) Malaysia said.

SC: PLCs included in index funds would attract growing passive investors

Total funds raised via equity crowdfunding (ECF) fell 36.40% to RM140.38 million in 2022, from RM220.72 million in 2021, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia’s (SC) 2022 Annual Report released on Monday (March 27).

Total funds raised via equity crowdfunding dropped 36.4% to RM140.38 mil in 2022, says SC

Total funds raised via peer-to-peer (P2P) financing increased 38.6% to RM1.58 billion in 2022, from RM1.14 billion in 2021, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia's (SC) 2022 annual report released on Monday (March 27).

SC: Funds raised by peer-to-peer financing increased 38.6% to RM1.58 bil in 2022

Malaysian fund houses’ holdings of Additional Tier 1 (AT1) bonds totalling RM4 billion is unlikely to create systemic issues, given the size of exposure relative to over RM900 billion in asset under management, said Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) chairman Datuk Seri Dr Awang Adek Hussin.

Malaysian fund houses hold RM4b AT1 bonds but no systemic risk seen, says SC chairman

Total committed funds in both private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) rose 8.45% to RM16.08 billion in 2022 from RM14.83 billion in 2021, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC)’s Annual Report 2022 released on Monday (March 27).

SC: Private equity, venture capital funding up 8.45% to RM16.08b in 2022

The total assets under management (AUM) of licensed fund management companies (FMCs) decreased by 4.69% to RM906.46 billion in 2022, from RM951.05 billion in 2021, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC)’s Annual Report 2022 released on Monday (March 27).

Total AUM of licensed fund managers down 4.69% to RM906.46 bil in 2022 — SC 

The size of the Islamic capital market (ICM) increased to RM2.32 trillion as at end-2022, from RM2.31 trillion as at end-2021, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC)’s Annual Report 2022 released on Monday (March 27).

SC: Size of Islamic capital market rose to RM2.32 trillion in 2022

Foreign holdings in the domestic equity market would decrease to an estimated 14.73% and an outflow of RM109.74 billion contingent upon that all active and passive non-strategic investors exit the market, according to a risk simulation by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC).

SC's risk simulation estimates RM109.74b outflow if all foreign non-strategic investors exit local equity market

The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has considered a total of 77 applications for take-over and mergers, of which the regulator declined two applications in 2022, according to the SC Annual Report 2022.

SC: Total of 77 applications, two denied, under take-overs and mergers code and rules

Malaysia’s total funds raised in the capital market climbed 36.6% to RM179.4 billion in 2022, from RM131.3 billion a year earlier, despite an increasingly pessimistic global economic outlook and tighter global financial conditions. 

Of the entire amount, RM26 billion was raised via the equity market (with RM3.5 billion via 35 initial public offerings and RM22.6 billion through secondary fundraising), while RM153.3 billion was issued through the corporate bond market, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia's (SC) Annual Report 2022 released on Monday (March 27).

SC: RM179.4b raised in capital market in 2022, up 36.6% 

Johor's booming data centre industry could consume more than 90% of the additional electricity generated in Peninsular Malaysia in the next five years, raising concerns over power supply and grid infrastructure constraints, according to a report by BMI, a Fitch Solutions company.

Johor data centres could consume over 90% of peninsula's additional power generation by 2031 — BMI

BENGALURU (Oct 23): Rolls-Royce is nearing a deal for British government subsidies of up to £200 million (US$267.9 million) to help fund the development of a new engine for short-haul aircraft, with an announcement possible as early as next week, the Financial Times reported on Friday.

Rolls-Royce nears government subsidy deal to develop new engine in UK, FT reports

IN Budget 2027, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced a RM30 million allocation for the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) to help 4,000 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) adopt artificial intelligence (AI), and to train and certify 5,000 AI professionals. Separately, nearly RM15 million will go to AI Malaysia Bhd to strengthen a safe and ethical AI ecosystem, supporting a target of 200,000 skilled AI workers.

Opinion: From AI ambition to business results: Making Budget 2027 count

A former company director, Datuk Seri Liew Kok Leong, has been charged with criminal breach of trust (CBT) of over RM5.5 million funds belonging to a private limited entity, in addition to money laundering.

Former director charged with CBT for misappropriating RM5.5 mil of company funds

There’s no end in sight for the sell-off in China’s artificial intelligence (AI) model developer stocks, with competition growing ever more heated and the threat of rival listings next year.

China's US$150 bil AI model stock slump shows no sign of easing

Bestari Food Bhd has received approval from the securities regulator for its proposed listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.

Bestari Food gets regulator’s nod, shariah status for Main Market listing

The Trump administration is seeking to restrict American investment in Chinese biotechnology companies, potentially complicating financial ties at a time when US drugmakers are increasingly turning to China for new medicines.

US proposes curbs on investment in Chinese biotech firms

SINGAPORE (Oct 23): Singapore Exchange (SGX) should begin planning ahead for the “eventual transition” for the role of CEO, said CEO Loh Boon Chye at the group’s annual general meeting (AGM) on Friday.

SGX should begin planning ahead for ‘eventual transition’ in CEO role, says Loh Boon Chye

BENGALURU (Oct 23): Gold eased on Friday, headed for its steepest weekly decline in over four months as elevated oil prices bolstered higher-for-longer interest rate expectations, while investors awaited next week's Federal Reserve policy meet.

Gold heads for steep weekly loss as oil prices fuel Fed rate concerns

Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) and Citibank Bhd (Citi) have announced a US$75 million (RM306 million) structured trade finance facility to improve working capital management, enhance liquidity and strengthen supply chain resilience to support MAG’s operational requirements across Asia.

Malaysia Aviation Group, Citi announce US$75m trade finance facility to strengthen supply chain

Foodie Media Bhd (KL:FOODIE) rose on Friday to extend a rebound from all-time lows thanks to a set of stronger-than-expected results at the social media content company.

Foodie Media extends rebound from all-time lows after results beat

Sarawak Premier Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to announce the dissolution of the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly on Friday afternoon, paving the way for a state election.

Abang Johari expected to announce Sarawak assembly dissolution this afternoon

Asian shares fell on Friday as concerns over the enormous funding needs of artificial intelligence (AI) hammered tech and led to the biggest daily rally in Treasuries in more than three years, with investors fleeing to sovereign bonds and safe-haven currencies.

Asian shares wobble as tech rout boosts bonds, dents rate hike bets

The Trump administration is seeking to restrict American investment in Chinese biotechnology companies, potentially complicating financial ties at a time when US drugmakers are increasingly turning to China for new medicines.

(Oct 23): Oil prices were little changed in early Asian trade on Friday, after rising 4% to a five-month high in the previous session due to concern of further energy supply disruption after Houthi attacks on top exporter Saudi Arabia.

Oil little changed as supply concern lingers amid Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

Property developer KEB Bhd has priced its shares at 35 sen apiece for its ACE Market listing.

Real estate developer KEB aims to raise nearly RM80 mil from ACE Market IPO

A former company director, Datuk Seri Liew Kok Leong, has been charged with criminal breach of trust (CBT) of over RM5.5 million funds belonging to a private limited entity, in addition to money laundering.

(Oct 23):&nbsp;Wall Street shunned stocks as a technology rout and Middle East risks drove investors to the safety of bonds, reducing bets on another Federal Reserve rate hike in 2026.

Stocks fall as AI jitters ease bets on Fed hikes

Mi Technovation Bhd (KL:MI) will report “stellar” third-quarter results following robust guidance from its soon-to-be-listed semiconductor material unit, its most bullish analyst said.

Mi Technovation’s most bullish analyst predicts ‘stellar’ 3Q

The 2% Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contribution rate payable by employers for non-Malaysian workers is relatively low, the Finance Ministry (MOF) said.

MOF: 2% EPF contribution rate for foreign workers relatively low

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 22): The remaining net financial burden borne by the government in relation to 1Malaysia Development Bhd (1MDB) is estimated at RM20.1 billion, assuming no further recovery of funds or assets in the future.

MOF: Govt’s net financial burden related to 1MDB estimated at RM20.1 bil

The proposed construction of the Madani Highway connecting Seremban-Kuala Pilah-Bahau is not currently in the Works Ministry’s (KKR) plans, according to the ministry.

Proposed Seremban-Kuala Pilah-Bahau highway not being planned — Works Ministry

SYDNEY/SAN FRANCISCO/BENGALURU (Oct 23): Sales of Apple's&nbsp;first folding phone, the iPhone Duo, began on Friday, with market watchers betting on whether the device can reinvent the small foldables market just like the iPhone did for smartphones.

Apple launches into foldable market as iPhone Duo sales begin

BENGALURU (Oct 23): Gold eased on Friday, headed for its steepest weekly decline in over four months as elevated oil prices bolstered higher-for-longer interest rate expectations, while investors awaited next week's Federal Reserve policy meet.

There’s no end in sight for the sell-off in China’s artificial intelligence (AI) model developer stocks, with competition growing ever more heated and the threat of rival listings next year.

Johor's booming data centre industry could consume more than 90% of the additional electricity generated in Peninsular Malaysia in the next five years, raising concerns over power supply and grid infrastructure constraints, according to a report by BMI, a Fitch Solutions company.

YILAN/TAIPEI, Taiwan (Oct 23): Almost all of Taiwan shut down on Friday ahead of the arrival of Typhoon Champi, which is forecast to bring strong winds and torrential rain, though the storm is weakening and is not expected to make direct landfall on the island.

Taiwan shuts down ahead of Typhoon Champi, hundreds of flights cancelled

Bestari Food Bhd has received approval from the securities regulator for its proposed listing on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia.

KUALA LUMPUR (Oct 23): Petroliam Nasional Bhd’s (PETRONAS) wholly owned subsidiary&nbsp;Petronas&nbsp;CCS Ventures Sdn&nbsp;Bhd&nbsp;(PCCSV), TotalEnergies EP CCS Malaysia and Mitsui &amp; Co&nbsp;Ltd&nbsp;have signed a joint-venture agreement (JVA) to develop the CO2 storage areas offshore Peninsular Malaysia, a key component of Malaysia's Southern Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Hub.

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