Data shows MSMEs make up 97% of all registered companies in Malaysia. Yet, this segment only accounted for 2% of funds raised in the local capital market in 2023 when combined with MTCs. — THOMAS YONG/The Star
IT is a moot point to say that there is a massive funding gap for small businesses in Malaysia, which remains a highly banked economy.
Almost all banks in Malaysia have placed much emphasis on funding the medium-size company or SME segment.
