P2P financing to hit RM1bil


Alternative funding: Wong says P2P financing is a key to enabling inclusive growth for digitally-inclined SMEs.

THE local peer-to-peer (P2P) financing industry is expected to almost double with total financing set to hit RM1bil this year from RM521mil in 2019, according to Funding Societies Malaysia.

In 2019, Funding Societies disbursed RM400mil in financing to SMEs, an almost 250% increase from the previous year of RM114mil. This strong growth has benefited over 1,000 micro, small and medium enterprises, it adds.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In SMEBiz

America’s top stock picker Benjamin sees beauty in chips
A helping hand for local SMEs on their halal journey
Be one of Malaysia’s Growth Champions
SMEs can now seek financing from MFA
Furniture sold online, with a twist
Small business owners receive help to thrive
Supporting the automation dream
Business survival insights from homegrown SMEs
Filling the gap for digital talents
Ultra-rich steered toward new ESG entrepreneurs

Others Also Read