Adnan Sundra & Low’s well-established capital markets offering includes advising local and international multinationals, government agencies, and financiers, on conventional corporate structures in addition to its strong Islamic finance specialism. The firm has demonstrable experience in handling structured finance matters, and standout work includes working on major Islamic exchangeable bonds issuances and perpetual Sukuks. Adrian Chee Meng Yang is an expert in the M&A field, while Deepak Sadavisan is renowned for his involvement in project finance work, and Edward NG Foo Yuen focuses on debt capital markets transactions and corporate bonds. Gan Kok Ling, Putri Norlisa Najib, Jerry Tiew Wei Hsiang, Jennifer Lee Tze-Hui, Kim Lim, Hairolnisah Hamdan, Wong Chin Chin, Murni Zuyati Zukifli Aziz, Tracy Ng Tsu Ynn, and Justin Chua, bolster the team’s strength with their collective experience. All named individuals lead the firm’s practice.

Albar & Partners’ practice is led by Chung Swee Loong, a specialist in debt capital markets instruments and project finance transactions. The scope of the firm’s work is broad and includes advising on debt, equity, and equity-linked products, as well as post-issue matters such as restructurings and refinancing. Advising a wide range of notable local and international clients, the team is also well-equipped to handle convertible and exchangeable securities, medium-term notes programmes, and asset backed securities. Sharifah Dalilah Albar specialises in conventional and Islamic transactions and asset financing. Lily Tan Chea Li and Cassandra Hogg left the firm in February 2024.

The financial services department at Rahmat Lim & Partners is spearheaded by Wan Kai Chee, who has a wealth of experience in handling cross-border and domestic transactions, private equity, and mergers. Standout work includes activity in the renewable energy debt capital markets space, demonstrated in the firm’s involvement in the issuance of Sukuk by the project owner of a photovoltaic plant. The team has know-how in equity capital markets, investment funds, and Islamic finance, frequently acting on IPOs, real estate investment trusts, bond and note issuances, and advising on compliance concerns. Kelvin Loh is experienced in convertible and exchangeable bonds, whilst Zandra Tan and Livia Hong are notable members of the group.

The team at Zaid Ibrahim & Co (in association with KPMG Law) is recognised for its extensive capabilities in the debt capital market arena, regularly engaging in high-value, international, and complex transactions. In particular, the group has a track record in advising on asset backed securities, project finance involving green bonds, Islamic financial services, and responsible investments. Lilian Liew and Chin Sook Kwan lead the practice and are key figures within the field, with significant experience in debt restructurings and syndicated corporate loans, respectively.

Zul Rafique & Partners has a fine track record in advising its bank of clients on the full spectrum of financing matters, both conventional and Islamic. Engaged by Malaysia’s major banks and financial institutions, the group frequently handles debt capital raising exercises, asset-backed securitisation matters, offshore lending, and corporate debt rescheduling concerns. Recent standout work includes the team’s provision of advice to HSBC Amanah Malaysia Berhad on the establishment of a RM1bn sustainability-linked Sukuk issuance. Loh Mei Mei, an industry veteran, leads on banking and finance matters and has demonstrated expertise in syndications, structured finance, and corporate banking. Kung Suan Im, Ashela Ramaya, Celine Rangithan, and Chan Kwan Hoe, also collectively lead the team and boast a wealth of capital markets experience between them.

Cheang & Ariff’s capital markets offering includes debt and equity capital markets, securitisation and corporate trust, in addition to derivatives and structured finance. Following the separation of the firm from Chooi & Company in March 2023, key contacts in the group include Ming-Li Tan, who boasts a strong track record in handling capital market transactions, debt restructuring schemes and equity fund-raising mandates, and Cindy Cheang Foong Kim.

Deol & Gill advises a wide range of clients within its capital markets practice, including government-linked companies, major international corporations, and investment companies. The team, comprised of Suraj Singh Gill, Michael Raj, and Sathish Ramachandran, possess experience in venture capital and private equity investments, debt restructuring general corporate advisory work, amongst others. Recent activity includes working on equity interest mandates, obtaining shareholders’ approval for acquisitions and disposals, and takeovers and mergers.

The capital markets offering at Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill is spearheaded by Tay Weng Hwee, who draws strength from his experience in regularly handling cross-border transactions. The firm’s activity covers a wide range of transactional work for both local and international clients, showcasing expertise in equity and debt capital markets, structured finance, and regulatory matters. Megat Hizaini Hassan specialises in Islamic finance and leads much of the department’s Sukuk mandates, while Bella Chu Chai Yee is frequently involved in IPO formations and equity-related deals.

Mohamed Ridza & Co is well-equipped to advise on various matters on the capital markets spectrum. Mohamed Ridza Abdullah, Mohamad Nazran Basirun, and Naseem Binti Mohamed Abdulla head the practice and work on transactions related to listed entities, consortium agreements involving multinationals, and joint venture agreements. The department is regularly instructed by an array of local and international clients to provide compliance advice, in the context of both conventional and Islamic finance. Shazana Abdul Aziz, Nur Adila Omar, and Siti Norafiqah Hassanor are key practitioners within the team.

Through its membership with Baker McKenzie, Wong & Partners benefit from a wide roster of local and international clients. Led by Munir Abdul Aziz and Mark Lim, who are experienced in project financing and various securities transactions, the team is strategically positioned to advise on an array of banking and finance deals. Esther Chik and Elaine Foo are notable members of the practice and frequently handle acquisition finance and debt capital markets matters.

Wong Beh & Toh’s capital markets department is regularly instructed by clients from the technology, financial and medical industries, amongst others. The team handles a range of work in the field, extending its activity to conducting due diligence on target companies and preparing sale and purchase agreements, while Yeap Lin Lin frequently leads on the firm’s IPO work. Cynthia Toh and Melissa Tan are key members of the group.

With a breadth of expertise in capital markets and corporate finance, Koay Ben Ree leads the practice at boutique firm Ben & Partners. The firm showcases strong know-how in handling IPOs, debt restructurings, reverse takeovers, and transfers of public listed companies. Advising on fund-raising exercises such as private placements, rights issues, and special issues, is also within the department’s remit of work.

Ching, Elaine & Co’s corporate practice is led by Lim Ching Yong. Much of the firm’s work lies within the scope of advising Malaysian public listed companies on equity capital markets fundraising deals, handling IPOs, and conducting due diligence on share transfers. Cecilia Lim is a key member of the team and is frequently involved in corporate exercises including rights issues, private placements, and share consolidations.

On account of its membership of Rajah & Tann Asia, Christopher & Lee Ong is well-positioned to advise clients on various cross-border capital market mandates, particularly across Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong. The department is headed by Yon See Ting, Annette Soh, and Fiona Sequerah, whose combined experience enables the firm to offer advice on IPOs, corporate governance rules, sale and purchase agreements, and due diligence concerns. Advising clients on debt fundraising exercises also lies within the firm’s scope of activity.

David Lai & Tan’s capital markets practice is led by Tan Yee Boon, who is active in handling shareholder disputes, securities laws, and fundraising matters. The team is frequently instructed by a range of local clients to act and advise on IPOs, corporate exercises, takeovers and acquisitions, and proposed listings. Joaana Keng Li Xin is another key contact in the group.

The team at Jeff Leong, Poon & Wong is jointly led by Jeff Leong and Kenny Poon, who draw strengths from experience in representing IPO candidates in capital raising exercises, working with joint ventures, and advising on rights issues. Instructed by clients ranging from SMEs to industrial conglomerates and foreign investors, much of the firm’s work centres on capital markets mandates and stock exchange listings. James Wong, Lee Seen Yin and Seow Wee Loong are also key members of the practice.

The boutique practice at KhaiLing Yau Chambers is co-headed by Yau Khai Ling and Lau Yuet Sian, who are well-equipped to advise on various capital markets transactions including IPOs, rights issues, redeemable convertible preference shares, and transfer listings. The firm handles both the equity and debt aspects of the practice and is regularly instructed by issuers and investors to work on investment and fundraising exercises.

Mah-Kamariyah & Philip Koh’s department is led by Adrian Koh Yeow York, who is well-versed in the corporate and capital markets arenas. The practice is frequently instructed by local corporations and financial institutions, with recent work highlights including advising on one of the largest IPO and listings in Malaysia’s technology sector. Elsewhere, the team is well-placed to handle transfer of listing exercises. Chew Yan Yee is another key contact in the group.

The capital markets practice at Peter Ling & van Geyzel is led by Peter Ling, who is noted for his experience in cross-border work across various industries and 'consistently delivers a top notch service'. Recognised for its wide-ranging experience, the team has demonstrated particular know-how in equity capital markets transactions, proposed listings, business diversifications, and fundraising exercises.

Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership’s capital markets team falls under the leadership of Eu Jin Ong, who has strong experience in both equity and debt capital markets. Instructed by various corporations and financial institutions across Malaysia, the department frequently advises clients on fund raising matters, such as proposed IPOs of companies on Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. The practice also handles rights issues and is knowledgeable of Sukuk issuances. Other key figures include Lily Lee Zai Lii, who has been involved in a number of company listings.

Shearn Delamore & Co’s team is jointly led by Pamela Kung, a specialist in acquisition financing and structured lending, and Nicholas Tan Choi Chuan, who is well-equipped to handle equity capital markets work, including IPOs. Counting investors, financial advisers and corporate issuers among its key roster of clients, the firm’s scope of work also includes advising on rights issues, corporate securities, Islamic finance, and asset-backed securitisation.

Teh & Lee’s capital markets practice is led by Billy Lee and Aw Ee Leng, who are well-versed in various corporate and commercial advisory matters. The firm regularly advises local and regional clients on a range of transactions including syndicated loans, IPOs, corporate restructuring transactions, guarantee facilities, and rights issues.