Tag: investor risk
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Why Equity Funds Struggle to Attract Retail Investors Amid Market Rally
Executive Summary: The Disconnect Between Rallying Markets and Retail Interest Despite a broad market upswing, equity funds have faced a perplexing trend: many retail investors are staying on the sidelines. The hesitancy isn’t a reaction to a single event but a broader risk-averse mindset that has grown more pronounced since the market volatility of previous…
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GLICs and KNM: The KLCI’s Backbone Faces Challenges
GLICs: The silent backbone of Bursa Malaysia Government-linked investment companies (GLICs) have long stood as the bedrock of the Malaysian equity market. By representing roughly a quarter of the market capitalisation on Bursa Malaysia, their influence extends far beyond annual investment statements. These state-linked institutions are tasked with safeguarding national economic interests, fostering growth in…