National Investment Programme To Boost Investor Literacy, Support Economic Growth

KUALA LUMPUR, April 18 (Bernama) – The National Investment Programme (NIP) organised by Bursa Malaysia is set to enhance investor literacy and support long-term economic growth by fostering more informed participation in the capital market, said Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah Mohd Nasir.

He said the programme aims to provide early exposure to investment knowledge among individuals from diverse backgrounds.

“The programme will be implemented until July, where about 550 selected participants will be given exposure to the ins and outs of investing in Bursa Malaysia,” he told a press conference after the launch of the NIP here today.  

Akmal Nasrullah said the initiative is also aligned with the government’s effort to democratise participation in the capital market, rather than relying solely on institutional investors.

In his speech earlier, he said that Malaysia’s capital market reached about RM4.3 trillion in 2025, reflecting its depth across equities, bonds, Islamic finance and sustainable finance.  

Akmal Nasrullah said structured financial education is essential to ensure investors are well-informed, risk-aware and able to participate responsibly in the capital market.

“The modules offered will allow participants to develop the know-how needed to not only identify promising investment opportunities, but also strengthen their awareness and ability to respond to potential fraud,” he said.  

The programme is also aligned with the aspirations of the 13th Malaysia Plan to develop capable and competitive youth through stronger financial management education, he added.

“Structured financial literacy initiatives such as the NIP play a crucial role in translating initial interest into informed and responsible participation,” he said.  

The NIP, which will run from mid-April to July 2026, is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of the capital market through a structured and comprehensive approach.

Participants will undergo a two-tier (beginner and intermediate levels) training programme that combines theoretical instruction, market-based simulations, and interactive case studies to provide practical exposure to investment concepts and decision-making.

-- BERNAMA