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SC and Bursa Malaysia Propose LEAP Market 2.0 Enhancements to Expand MSME Fundraising Access

By Abigail Cheong5 min read

KUALA LUMPUR, 18 May 2026 – The Securities Commission Malaysia and Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad have proposed a series of enhancements to Bursa Malaysia’s LEAP Market, aimed at widening capital market access for micro, small and medium enterprises and mid-tier companies.

The proposed enhancements follow the LEAP Market 2.0 announcement made by Finance Minister II Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan in March 2026. The initiative forms part of a broader effort to strengthen Malaysia’s funding ecosystem by creating a more seamless fundraising pathway for smaller businesses and mid-tier companies as they move from private markets into the public capital market.

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  • Abigail Cheong

    I am Abigail, a journalist at The Ledger Asia, covering business and finance with a focus on the Malaysian Stock Market and key economic developments across Asia. Known for clear, accessible reporting, I deliver insights that help readers understand market trends, corporate movements, and regional news shaping the Asian economy.