With the Malaysia Venture Forum 2024 approaching, we explore the current state of Malaysia’s venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) landscape with Ng Sai Kit, Chairman of the Malaysian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (MVCA).



From the challenges in the exit landscape and the role of GLICs to the impact of the end of the Zero-Interest Rate Policy and Malaysia’s position in the region, Sai Kit sheds light on key issues, opportunities, and hurdles, while outlining potential paths forward for the industry.

With the Malaysia Venture Forum 2024 approaching, we explore the current state of Malaysia’s venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) landscape with Ng Sai Kit, Chairman of the Malaysian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (MVCA).From the challenges in the exit landscape and the role of GLICs to the impact of the end of the Zero-Interest Rate Policy and Malaysia’s position in the region, Sai Kit sheds light on key issues, opportunities, and hurdles, while outlining potential paths forward for the industry.

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Malaysia’s VC/PE Landscape: Wins, Hurdles, and What’s Next

Will the Ringgit strengthen or weaken? Should we feel optimistic about Malaysia’s economy heading into 2025? And how is Budget 2025 shaping up a month after its announcement?



In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we speak with Caroline Wong, Country Risk Analyst at BMI, part of Fitch Solutions, to break down Malaysia’s GDP performance, Budget 2025, monetary policy, and the outlook for the Ringgit.



We dive into the drivers behind Malaysia’s Q3 GDP growth, the fiscal consolidation measures in Budget 2025, and whether the right balance between growth and sustainability is being achieved. Caroline also shares her thoughts on Bank Negara Malaysia’s OPR stance, inflation trends, and the factors shaping the Ringgit’s resilience amid global trade uncertainties.

Will the Ringgit strengthen or weaken? Should we feel optimistic about Malaysia’s economy heading into 2025? And how is Budget 2025 shaping up a month after its announcement?In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we speak with Caroline Wong, Country Risk Analyst at BMI, part of Fitch Solutions, to break down Malaysia’s GDP performance, Budget 2025, monetary policy, and the outlook for the Ringgit.We dive into the drivers behind Malaysia’s Q3 GDP growth, the fiscal consolidation measures in Budget 2025, and whether the right balance between growth and sustainability is being achieved. Caroline also shares her thoughts on Bank Negara Malaysia’s OPR stance, inflation trends, and the factors shaping the Ringgit’s resilience amid global trade uncertainties.

The Ringgit, Inflation, and the Economy: What Lies Ahead?

Southeast Asia’s dynamic economies and intricate political landscapes pose unique challenges for leaders balancing stakeholder interests amidst resource constraints and global uncertainty. This makes mastering negotiation, fostering collaboration, and leading with diplomacy critical skills for navigating complexity and driving business success. In this episode with Professor Bruno Verdini, Executive Director of the MIT-Harvard Mexico Negotiation Programme at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, we explore practical frameworks and actionable strategies to overcome negotiation blind spots, and discuss the skills leaders need to thrive in politically and economically complex environments.

Southeast Asia’s dynamic economies and intricate political landscapes pose unique challenges for leaders balancing stakeholder interests amidst resource constraints and global uncertainty. This makes mastering negotiation, fostering collaboration, and leading with diplomacy critical skills for navigating complexity and driving business success. In this episode with Professor Bruno Verdini, Executive Director of the MIT-Harvard Mexico Negotiation Programme at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, we explore practical frameworks and actionable strategies to overcome negotiation blind spots, and discuss the skills leaders need to thrive in politically and economically complex environments.

The Negotiation Playbook

What’s on the mind of Malaysians’ as we approach 2025?



Today on the show, we’re diving into Ipsos’ latest report, What Worries Malaysia?, which looks at key insights into the nation’s economic optimism, consumer confidence, and growing concerns. With 7 out of 10 Malaysians believing the country is heading in the right direction, we explore the challenges ahead, including corruption and rising crime concerns. Joining us to break it all down is Kiranjit Singh, Regional APAC Lead at Ipsos Strategy3.

What’s on the mind of Malaysians’ as we approach 2025?Today on the show, we’re diving into Ipsos’ latest report, What Worries Malaysia?, which looks at key insights into the nation’s economic optimism, consumer confidence, and growing concerns. With 7 out of 10 Malaysians believing the country is heading in the right direction, we explore the challenges ahead, including corruption and rising crime concerns. Joining us to break it all down is Kiranjit Singh, Regional APAC Lead at Ipsos Strategy3.

Malaysia’s VC/PE Landscape: Wins, Hurdles, and What’s Next

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