Maybank taking the lead in green commitment

Clean strategy: Customers queueing at a Maybank branch in KLCC. The bank aims to become the regional ESG leader by 2025 with a net-zero carbon emission position.

PETALING JAYA: Many companies are committing to a more sustainable future. Likewise, Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) has earmarked long-term sustainability as one of its key strategic priorities.

Following a briefing to analysts to provide updates on its sustainability initiatives and commitments for environment, social and governance (ESG), analysts are positive on the banking group as it takes the lead in ESG adoption in the sector.