Technology, Renewable Energy Sectors To Define Malaysia's 2025 IPO Market -- Moomoo Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 17 (Bernama) -- Several trends in the technology and renewable energy sectors are expected to define Malaysia’s initial public offering (IPO) market in 2025, said Moomoo Securities Malaysia Sdn Bhd (Moomoo Malaysia).

Its head of dealing, Ken Low, said, for instance, the technology sector, particularly startups leveraging artificial intelligence and fintech innovations, continues to attract investor interest while renewable energy firms focusing on solar power and electric vehicle infrastructure are also gaining traction amid global sustainability goals.

He said consumer goods companies catering to post-pandemic lifestyle shifts and wellness trends remain on investors’ radars.

“These dynamics present diverse opportunities for retail investors, and staying informed about upcoming IPOs and aligning investments with long-term growth sectors can help investors capitalize on these trends,” he said in a statement today.

Low pointed out that Malaysia recorded 55 IPOs in 2024, the highest number in ASEAN, collectively raising the most substantial value of funds within the region, with this outstanding performance not only boosting investor confidence but also contributing significantly to the economy.

“Looking ahead, 2025 is shaping up to be another strong year for IPOs. 

“Experts forecast that Bursa Malaysia will onboard approximately 50 new listings this year, with optimism mainly underpinned by Malaysia’s robust economic fundamentals and the growing diversity of sectors entering the market, from technology and renewable energy to consumer goods and logistics,” he said.

Meanwhile, Low said Oriental Kopi Holdings Bhd’s (Oriental Kopi) upcoming listing on the ACE Market has brewed excitement among retail investors as the third listing of 2025 within the first month alone.

Priced at RM0.44 per share, the IPO aims to raise RM183.96 million to support the brand’s expansion plans, with their prospectus revealing earmarked proceeds for working capital, the setting up of a new head office, central kitchen, and warehouse, domestic expansion, as well as marketing activities such as the expansion of its packaged food segment.

This IPO comes at a time when Malaysia’s food and beverage industry is poised for growth, with the domestic F&B industry recording a revenue of RM228.66 billion in 2023, with growth forecasts at a compound rate of 7.95 per cent from 2023 to 2027.

“Key indicators signal the potential for Oriental Kopi to further establish themselves as a major player in the local cafe and packaged foods sector,” Low added.

-- BERNAMA