Strong demand for Malaysia's international sukuk shows investor interest in sustainability finance


KUALA LUMPUR: The strong demand for Malaysia's sovereign international sustainability sukuk shows investor interest in sustainability finance and a credit positive to the government, said Moody's Investors Service.

"The increased issuance, which was originally slated for just US$1 billion combined, in part reflects investor interest in sustainability linked, Shariah-compliant products.

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