Malaysia’s IPO market was hot in 2024, achieving a 19-year high in IPO activity while the broader Southeast Asian region faced headwinds. But what drove this surge, and what should entrepreneurs keep in mind when planning an IPO?



In this episode of P&L, we speak with Kevin Chew, Senior Executive Director at EY, to break down the IPO trends and lessons from 2024 and what businesses need to prepare for in 2025. We explore:




Why Malaysia’s IPO market thrived despite regional slowdowns


How AI, fintech, and renewable energy are shaping IPO trends


The rise of cross-border IPOs—should Malaysian firms list overseas?


Key market conditions and timing strategies for a successful IPO


The biggest regulatory and investor challenges businesses must navigate

Malaysia’s IPO market was hot in 2024, achieving a 19-year high in IPO activity while the broader Southeast Asian region faced headwinds. But what drove this surge, and what should entrepreneurs keep in mind when planning an IPO?In this episode of P&amp;L, we speak with Kevin Chew, Senior Executive Director at EY, to break down the IPO trends and lessons from 2024 and what businesses need to prepare for in 2025. We explore:<ul><li>Why Malaysia’s IPO market thrived despite regional slowdowns</li><li>How AI, fintech, and renewable energy are shaping IPO trends</li><li>The rise of cross-border IPOs—should Malaysian firms list overseas?</li><li>Key market conditions and timing strategies for a successful IPO</li><li>The biggest regulatory and investor challenges businesses must navigate</li></ul>

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