THE Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has welcomed Budget 2026 as a pivotal step in reinforcing the country’s capital markets and fuelling long-term, sustainable economic growth through inclusion and innovation.
Describing the budget as “a strong statement of intent”, SC Chairman Dato’ Mohammad Faiz Azmi said,
“Budget 2026 is a strong statement of intent for the Malaysian capital market to lay a resilient foundation for long-term national prosperity and economic competitiveness. Our focus is dual; to raise the ceiling for market growth, while simultaneously raising the floor by making our markets more inclusive.”
The SC views the capital market as an essential engine for national development and praised the government’s emphasis on targeted funding to unlock economic potential — particularly through support for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and regionally ambitious firms.
Among the key measures highlighted were the expansion of the Malaysia Co-Investment Fund (MyCIF) and the NIMP Strategic Co-Investment Fund (CoSIF), both of which are set to channel capital into future growth engines.
“The introduction of the ASEAN Business Entity (ABE) will directly empower Malaysian companies to build scale and become regional powerhouses,” said Faiz. “The SC is proud to oversee this initiative, which is for listed companies with a strong ASEAN presence and mid-tier firms with regional potential.”
He also pointed to the success of the Single Family Office (SFO) Scheme, describing it as “a powerful example of policy translating into confidence.” In less than a year, six family offices have been approved under the scheme, attracting close to RM400 million in assets under management (AUM), with a target of RM2 billion by end-2026.
“These developments show Malaysia’s capital market is adapting, opening, and leading in a new era of regional capital flows,” he said.
The SC reaffirmed its commitment to implement these initiatives, aligning them with national frameworks including the 13th Malaysia Plan (13MP), Ekonomi MADANI, National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), and the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP).
“These initiatives directly support the Ekonomi MADANI aspiration to build a robust, inclusive and high-value economy for all Malaysians,” the SC said in its statement. - October 10, 2025
