SC unveils first practical guide on VC and PE

The SC said the guide is part of its efforts under the Capital Market Masterplan 3 to cultivate a more dynamic private market sector.

KUALA LUMPUR: The Securities Commission (SC) has issued the first edition of “Practical Guide on Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) in Malaysia”.

The regulator said the guide aims to provide comprehensive practical knowledge to prospective VC and PE fund managers, service providers and investors navigating Malaysia’s regulatory landscape for these sectors.

“Key contents of the guide include information on local capital market regulations pertaining to the VC and PE industries, foreign exchange policy, tax matters, fund structuring considerations and other areas critical to fund operations,” it said in a statement.

SC highlighted that issuing the guide is part of its efforts under the Capital Market Masterplan 3 to cultivate a more dynamic private market sector.

This initiative supports broader objectives to expand market-based financing options for micro, small and medium enterprises and mid-tier companies. — Bernama