- M. Azhar Arif/The Star.
KUALA LUMPUR: Stock exchange operator Bursa Malaysia Bhd
said its performance in 2025 (FY25) was resilient amid the challenging global market conditions and external uncertainties that weighed on investor sentiment.
In its results announcement, the company reported an annual net profit of RM250.16mil, down from RM310.12mil in the previous year, while revenue fell to RM727.73mil from RM784.3mil in FY24.
Revenue from the country's securities market in FY25 fell to RM308.2mil, compared to RM381.5mil in FY24, as it experienced a 19.8% decline in average daily trade value across on market trades and direct business trades.
Trading revenue in the derivatives market, meanwhile, fell a marginal 0.9% to RM112.8mil due to lower collateral management fees in FY25.
In the Islamic Market segment, operating revenue climbed 31.2% to RM23.5mil in FY25, from RM17.9mil in FY24. According to Bursa, this was attributed to higher Bursa Suq Al-Sila' (BSAS) trading revenue of RM20.2mil. Trading revenue from Bursa Gold Dinar tripled to RM3.3mil in FY25 from RM1mil in the previous year.
The Exchange's data business revenue rose 3.9% to RM81.4mil, contributed by sustained demand and a higher subscription base.
"Despite the challenging environment, Bursa Malaysia maintained disciplined execution and delivered a resilient performance, supported by steady growth in non-trading revenue and consistent market development initiatives," said Bursa Malaysia chairman Tan Sri Abdul Farid Alias.
In line with the performance, the board of directors declared a final dividend of 14 sen per share, with ex-date on Feb 16, 2026, and payment date on Feb 27, 2026.
Bursa Malaysia CEO Datuk Fad'l Mohamed said the capital market is expected to remain resilient in 2026, supported by stable domestic demand, sustained investment activity and continued clear policy from the
government and Bank Negara.
"While global growth is projected to moderate due to broader macroeconomic shifts, the Exchange remains focused on strengthening market vibrancy and ensuring a robust ecosystem across all segments," he said.
“Moving into 2026, guided by our Strategic Roadmap 2024–2026, Bursa Malaysia will continue advancing our ambitions to broaden our product landscape, enhance market accessibility and elevate digital capabilities. These initiatives aim to unlock new participation, deepen the market and ensure Bursa Malaysia remains a strong engine of national growth and investor confidence."
