Rakuten Trade Malaysia Rakuten Trade
0% /yr
- Trading Fee: From MYR 7 (0% promo new users)
- Account Types: MY stocks (Bursa), ETFs, REITs
- Min Investment: MYR 0
- Key Feature: Rakuten Trade — Bursa-dedicated; best for local MY stocks; SC reg
Compare Investing in Malaysia
Compare stock brokers and investment platforms in Malaysia.
26 live investing offers tracked across 14 Malaysian providers, with fees from 0% /yr. Data current as of 23 October 2026 and updated daily from the Giraffy database.
Live offers
26 live offers compared from 14 providers, from 0.08% /yr. Updated daily.
FSMOne Funds Supermarket FSMOne Malaysia
0% /yr
Fundsupermart's unit trust platform with 800+ funds from 80+ fund houses.
- Trading Fee: 0%–0.5% (fund dependent)
- Account Types: Unit trusts, ETFs, bonds
- Min Investment: MYR 100 minimum
- Key Feature: 800+ funds, zero switching fee
Versa Money Market Fund Versa
0% /yr
Versa's digital cash management account yielding ~3.7% p.a. via money market funds.
- Trading Fee: 0% (management fee absorbed)
- Account Types: Money Market Fund
- Min Investment: MYR 1 minimum
- Key Feature: ~3.7% p.a. yield, instant redemption
Rakuten Trade Bursa Equities Rakuten Trade
0% /yr
Malaysia's first fully digital broker — zero brokerage for first 50 trades per month.
- Trading Fee: 0% first 50 trades/month
- Account Types: Cash, margin accounts
- Min Investment: MYR 1 minimum
- Key Feature: First 50 trades free
m+ Online Bursa Trading m+ Online
0.08% /yr
Malacca Securities' award-winning online trading platform for Bursa Malaysia.
- Trading Fee: 0.08% (min MYR 8)
- Account Types: Cash, margin accounts
- Min Investment: MYR 500 minimum deposit
- Key Feature: Advanced charting, Bursa focus
CIMB iTrade CIMB Malaysia
0.10% /yr
CIMB's online trading platform for Bursa Malaysia with integrated banking.
- Trading Fee: 0.1% (min MYR 10)
- Account Types: Cash account, Bursa equities
- Min Investment: MYR 1,000 deposit
- Key Feature: Integrated CIMB banking
StashAway Risk-managed Portfolio StashAway Malaysia
0.20% /yr
StashAway's ERAA-driven robo-advisor with globally diversified ETF portfolios.
- Trading Fee: 0.2%–0.8% p.a. management fee
- Account Types: Robo-advisor, unit trusts
- Min Investment: MYR 0 minimum
- Key Feature: Risk-managed, auto-rebalancing
Kenanga KDI Invest Kenanga Digital Investing
0.30% /yr
AI-powered goal-based robo-advisor from Kenanga — one of Malaysia's largest brokers.
- Trading Fee: 0.3% p.a. management fee
- Account Types: Robo-advisor, stocks, ETFs
- Min Investment: MYR 250 minimum
- Key Feature: AI goal-based planning
AmInvest Money Plus AmInvest
0.30% /yr
AmInvest's income unit trust via Maybank2u / AmOnline for easy access.
- Trading Fee: 0.30% p.a.
- Account Types: Unit trusts, syariah funds
- Min Investment: MYR 1,000 minimum
- Key Feature: Syariah and conventional options
Principal e-Cash Fund Principal Malaysia
0.35% /yr
Principal's money market e-fund with daily liquidity and ~3.5% p.a. yield.
- Trading Fee: 0.35% p.a. management fee
- Account Types: Money market, unit trusts
- Min Investment: MYR 10 minimum
- Key Feature: Daily liquidity, ~3.5% p.a.
Maybank Investment Berhad M+Online Maybank
0.42% /yr
Maybank's Kai investment platform for unit trusts and Bursa stocks.
- Trading Fee: 0.42% negotiable (Bursa)
- Account Types: Cash, unit trusts
- Min Investment: MYR 1 (unit trusts)
- Key Feature: Integrated Maybank banking
Wahed Halal Portfolio Wahed Invest Malaysia
0.79% /yr
Malaysia's leading halal robo-advisor investing in Shariah-compliant global ETFs.
- Trading Fee: 0.79% p.a. management fee
- Account Types: Halal robo-advisor
- Min Investment: USD 10 minimum
- Key Feature: 100% Shariah-compliant
Wahed Invest Malaysia Wahed Invest Malaysia
0.99% /yr
- Trading Fee: 0.99% annual mgmt fee
- Account Types: Shariah-compliant ETF portfolios
- Min Investment: MYR 100
- Key Feature: Wahed — only fully Halal robo in MY; global Shariah equities
Affin Hwang Select Income Fund Affin Hwang Capital
1% /yr
Affin Hwang's flagship income fund targeting 5-6% annual distribution.
- Trading Fee: 1.0% annual management fee
- Account Types: Unit trusts, wholesale funds
- Min Investment: MYR 1,000 minimum
- Key Feature: 5-6% target yield
PB Invest Online Public Bank
1% /yr
Public Bank's investment platform for unit trusts and bonds.
- Trading Fee: 1.0%–3.0% upfront (unit trusts)
- Account Types: Unit trusts, bonds
- Min Investment: MYR 1,000 minimum
- Key Feature: 800+ unit trust funds
Malaysia's FIRST Licensed Brokerage for US Options Moomoo Malaysia
RM30 /month
- Provider: Moomoo Malaysia
Your Money Is Worth More with Cash Plus Moomoo Malaysia
RM30 /month
- Provider: Moomoo Malaysia
What's New Moomoo Malaysia
RM30 /month
- Provider: Moomoo Malaysia
Moomoo Malaysia Plan Moomoo Malaysia
RM30 /month
- Provider: Moomoo Malaysia
Invest Regularly from RM100 Rakuten Trade
RM100 /month
- Rate: 5.5%
- Provider: Rakuten Trade
Start Your Investing Journey with SPCX Rewards* Rakuten Trade
RM150 /month
- Provider: Rakuten Trade
SPCX shares worth up to RM150* Rakuten Trade
RM150 /month
- Provider: Rakuten Trade
Start Beyond the Ordinary Rakuten Trade
RM150 /month
- Provider: Rakuten Trade
CIMB Invest Trade CIMB Malaysia
Price on request
- Trading Fee: From MYR 8/trade
- Account Types: MY stocks, ETFs, bonds
- Min Investment: MYR 0
- Key Feature: CIMB — bank-integrated; good for existing CIMB customers
Moomoo Malaysia Moomoo Malaysia
Price on request
- Trading Fee: From MYR 3/trade
- Account Types: MY stocks (Bursa), US stocks, ETFs
- Min Investment: MYR 0
- Key Feature: Moomoo — SC registered; MYR 3 min; 0% for first 6 months promo
Moomoo Stocks & ETFs Moomoo Malaysia
Price on request
Moomoo's Malaysian platform with US, SG, and HK stocks at ultra-low commissions.
- Trading Fee: USD 0.0049/share US stocks
- Account Types: Cash, US/SG/HK markets
- Min Investment: USD 100 minimum
- Key Feature: Multi-market, advanced tools
What is Investing in Malaysia?
Investing means putting your money into assets such as shares, unit trusts, exchange-traded funds, bonds or robo-managed portfolios with the aim of growing wealth over time. In Malaysia you can invest directly on Bursa Malaysia through a brokerage, buy unit trusts including ASNB funds, use a robo-advisor for a hands-off diversified portfolio, or choose Shariah-compliant investments screened for Islamic compliance. Options now span traditional brokers, digital platforms and app-first robo-advisors.
How the Malaysian market works
Investment products and platforms are regulated by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), while the stock exchange is Bursa Malaysia. Retail investors can trade local and, through some brokers, foreign shares; buy unit trusts and ETFs; or use licensed robo-advisors that build diversified portfolios automatically. Shariah-compliant investing is well established, with SC-screened Shariah shares and Islamic unit trusts widely available. Fees vary from per-trade brokerage commissions to annual management fees on managed portfolios.
Benefits
Wealth growth — Long-term investing aims to outpace inflation and savings-account returns through market exposure.
Diversification — Unit trusts, ETFs and robo-portfolios spread risk across many holdings in one product.
Shariah options — SC-screened Shariah shares and Islamic funds let you invest in line with Islamic principles.
Low entry points — Robo-advisors and fractional platforms let you start with small amounts and automate contributions.
How to choose
Define your goal, time horizon and risk tolerance first. Decide between hands-on direct trading, unit trusts, or hands-off robo-advisory. Compare fees carefully, including brokerage commissions, platform fees and annual management charges, since these erode returns. Check whether you want Shariah-compliant products, access to foreign markets, and whether the provider is SC-licensed. Beware unregulated schemes promising guaranteed high returns.
Leading providers in Malaysia
Moomoo Malaysia, Rakuten Trade and m+ Online offer low-cost online share trading on Bursa Malaysia and beyond. FSMOne Malaysia provides a broad fund and ETF marketplace. StashAway Malaysia and Versa are popular robo-advisors and cash-management platforms, while Wahed Invest Malaysia specialises in fully Shariah-compliant robo portfolios. CIMB also offers investment products to its banking customers. Choose by your preferred style and fees.
What it costs
Costs vary widely by platform and product. Some robo-advisors and promotions charge effectively 0% to get started, while brokerage commissions on share trades and annual management fees on managed portfolios add up over time; typical robo fees run under 1% a year and unit-trust sales charges can be higher. The brief's range up to around RM30 reflects minimum fees or small flat charges on certain products. Always weigh fees against expected returns.
Protections and regulation
Investment platforms, brokers, unit-trust managers and robo-advisors must be licensed by the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), which enforces conduct and disclosure standards. Investments are not capital-guaranteed and can lose value, so SC protection covers conduct and licensing, not market losses. Verify a platform's SC licence, and be wary of unlicensed schemes; report suspected scams to the SC.
Common questions
Is my investment guaranteed? No, investments carry market risk and can rise or fall in value; regulation ensures fair conduct, not against losses.
Can I invest according to Islamic principles? Yes, SC-screened Shariah shares, Islamic unit trusts and Shariah robo-advisors like Wahed let you invest in a compliant way.
How do I know a platform is legitimate? Check it holds a Securities Commission Malaysia licence; avoid platforms promising guaranteed high returns, which are common scam signals.
Investing & Brokerage in Malaysia — FAQ
How do I start investing in Malaysia?
Giraffy tracks 26 investing platforms across 14 providers in Malaysia. Most platforms let you open an account online in minutes. Consider your risk tolerance, investment horizon, and whether you want self-directed or managed portfolios before choosing a platform.
What are platform fees and why do they matter?
Platform fees are what you pay to hold investments — typically an annual percentage of your portfolio (0.15–0.45%) or a flat monthly fee. On a £50,000 portfolio, a 0.1% difference in platform fee is £50/year — small annually but significant compounded over decades. Compare total cost: platform fee plus fund charges (OCF/TER).
What is the difference between ETFs, index funds, and individual stocks?
ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) and index funds both hold a basket of securities tracking a market index — they provide instant diversification at low cost. Individual stocks are single-company shares with higher risk and potential return. Most long-term investors start with low-cost index funds or ETFs before branching into individual stock picking.
Is my money protected if my investing platform fails?
Investor protection varies by market. In the UK, the FSCS covers up to £85,000 in eligible investments per firm. In the US, SIPC covers up to $500,000. In Malaysia, check whether your platform is BNM-regulated — this determines what protection applies.
What is a minimum investment amount on investing platforms?
Many platforms in Malaysia now offer fractional shares and funds with minimums as low as £1 or equivalent. Traditional brokers may require a minimum opening deposit of £500–£5,000. Compare minimums on each deal card if you're starting with a small amount.
What taxes apply to investment returns?
Investment returns may be subject to capital gains tax (on profits when you sell) and income tax (on dividends). Rules differ significantly between markets — in Malaysia, check Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM)'s guidance or consult a tax adviser. Using tax-efficient wrappers (ISA in the UK, TFSA in Canada, etc.) where available can significantly reduce your tax bill.
What is the difference between active and passive investing?
Passive investing tracks a market index (e.g. S&P 500, FTSE All-World) via index funds or ETFs — low cost, broad diversification, and typically outperforms most active funds over 10+ years. Active investing involves fund managers (or you) selecting individual securities trying to beat the market — higher cost, higher risk, mixed results.