UBS Securities Malaysia Appointed as Malaysia First Foreign Broker to Offer Islamic Stockbroking Services via Dedicated Islamic Window on Bursa Malaysia-i (Launched in 2016), Malaysia Now Has 18 Stockbroking Firms Offering Islamic Stockbroking Services on Bursa Malaysia-i
3rd September | Hong Kong
UBS Securities Malaysia has been appointed as Malaysia first foreign broker to offer Islamic stockbroking services via the dedicated Islamic window on Bursa Malaysia-i (Launched in 2016). Malaysia now has 18 stockbroking firms offering islamic stockbroking services on Bursa Malaysia-i. Announcement (2/9/25): “ Bursa Malaysia Berhad (“Bursa Malaysia” or “the Exchange”) is pleased to announce the onboarding of UBS Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd (“UBS Securities”) as its latest Islamic Participating Organisation (“Islamic PO”), the first foreign broker to offer Islamic stockbroking services through a dedicated Islamic window on Bursa Malaysia-i, the world’s first end-to-end Shariah-compliant investing platform. This development reflects the growing global demand for Shariah-compliant investing and reinforces the Exchange’s commitment to making Malaysia’s Islamic capital market more accessible to both international and domestic investors seeking ethical and Shariah- compliant investment opportunities. Islamic Stockbroking Services and Bursa Malaysia-i – Islamic stockbroking provides investors with access to Shariah-compliant securities trading, conducted either through a dedicated Islamic window or a full-fledged1 Islamic brokerage. This ensures clear segregation between Islamic and conventional dealings across both trading and post-trading activities. Introduced in September 2016, Bursa Malaysia-i offers end-to-end exchange-related services structured within a Shariah framework, enabling investors to trade Shariah- compliant instruments through a robust and transparent infrastructure … … The Shariah-compliant securities market capitalisation has expanded 14.3% year-on-year, increasing from RM1.17 trillion in 2023 to RM1.34 trillion as at end 2024, underscoring Malaysia’s role as a leading Islamic finance hub.” More info below:
“ UBS Securities Malaysia Appointed as Malaysia First Foreign Broker to Offer Islamic Stockbroking Services via Dedicated Islamic Window on Bursa Malaysia-i (Launched in 2016), Malaysia Now Has 18 Stockbroking Firms Offering Islamic Stockbroking Services on Bursa Malaysia-i “
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Dato’ Fad’l Mohamed, Chief Executive Officer of Bursa Malaysia: “UBS Securities’ onboarding as the first foreign broker offering Islamic stockbroking services on Bursa Malaysia-i marks a milestone in our efforts to grow and diversify Malaysia’s Islamic capital market. This aligns with our strategic focus to enhance market vibrancy and inclusivity, while reinforcing Malaysia’s position as a preferred destination for Shariah-compliant investing. With Shariah-compliant equities forming the majority of our offerings, we remain committed to broadening access, deepening liquidity, and advancing Malaysia’s role as a global gateway for Islamic capital market solutions.“ The Shariah-compliant securities market capitalisation has expanded 14.3% year-on-year, increasing from RM1.17 trillion in 2023 to RM1.34 trillion as at end 2024, underscoring Malaysia’s role as a leading Islamic finance hub.
May Lee, Country Head of UBS Securities: “UBS Securities is delighted to be the first foreign financial institution to offer Islamic stockbroking window. Today, UBS Securities maintains its top foreign broker and overall top three broker positions in Malaysia with market share of 10%. We continue to see investment opportunities in Malaysia and are currently overweight Malaysian equities. This latest initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to provide global access to Malaysia’s capital markets while expanding our comprehensive suite of investment products for our clients.”
With UBS Securities’ inclusion, there are now 18 stockbroking firms offering Islamic stockbroking services on Bursa Malaysia-i. Among them, one (1) operates on a full-fledged basis while 17 offer services on a window basis. The full list of Islamic POs is as follows:
1. Affin Hwang Investment Bank Berhad
2. AmInvestment Bank Berhad
3. BIMB Securities Sdn Bhd (full-fledged)
4. CGS International Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd
5. CIMB Securities Sdn Bhd
6. Hong Leong Investment Bank Berhad
7. Inter-Pacific Securities Sdn Bhd
8. Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad
9. Malacca Securities Sdn Bhd
10. Maybank Investment Bank Berhad
11. MIDF Amanah Investment Bank Berhad
12. M&A Securities Sdn Bhd
13. Phillip Capital Sdn Bhd
14. Public Investment Bank Berhad
15. RHB Investment Bank Berhad
16. TA Securities Holdings Berhad
17. UOB Kay Hian Securities (M) Sdn Bhd
18. UBS Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Bursa Malaysia – Bursa Malaysia is an Exchange holding company incorporated in 1976 and listed in 2005. It has grown to be one of the largest bourses in ASEAN. Today, Bursa Malaysia operates and regulates a multi-asset exchange, offering a comprehensive range of investment, capital raising, and exchange-related facilities. Bursa Malaysia is committed to its mission of Creating Opportunities, Growing Value for the Malaysian capital market, economy, and society
UBS Securities Malaysia Appointed as Malaysia First Foreign Broker to Offer Islamic Stockbroking Services via Dedicated Islamic Window on Bursa Malaysia-i (Launched in 2016), Malaysia Now Has 18 Stockbroking Firms Offering Islamic Stockbroking Services on Bursa Malaysia-i
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