Maybank Vietnam Unit Boosts Charter Capital by 59% to Over $134 Million

Maybank Investment Bank (MSVN) completed a VND1.29 trillion ($49.62 million) charter capital increase on June 22, raising its total capital base by nearly 59% to $134.23 million from a previous $84.62 million.

This transaction marks the sixth capital injection for MSVN since it commenced operations in Vietnam in 2007 with an initial charter capital of $7.69 million. Over the past 19 years, the company’s capital has expanded more than seventeen-fold. The strengthened position is intended to enhance MSVN’s capacity to support business expansion, invest in technology and product development, and meet growing client demand.

The increase comes as Vietnam’s capital market continues to deepen, supported by regulatory reforms and progress in the country’s market upgrade roadmap. These developments are expected to improve market accessibility and attract broader participation from domestic and international investors.

Kim Thien Quang, CEO of Maybank Investment Bank, said, "This capital increase represents a strategic step in advancing Maybank’s ROAR30 vision in Vietnam. It strengthens our ability to facilitate investment flows, reinforces our role as a bridge connecting Vietnam and ASEAN, and accelerates our transformation into a comprehensive wealth management advisory platform."

Quang added that with a stronger capital base, MSVN will expand its product ecosystem, enhance its research and advisory capabilities, and deepen investor connectivity. "Vietnam remains one of ASEAN’s fastest-growing economies and a key market in Maybank Group’s long-term regional strategy," he noted. "Backed by the group’s financial strength and extensive network, MSVN is well-positioned to serve as an effective bridge between investors and businesses while contributing to the sustainable development of Vietnam’s financial markets."

As part of Maybank Investment Banking Group, a leading franchise in ASEAN, MSVN has advised on and arranged landmark transactions for top Vietnamese corporations. Since 2023, these have included four VND-denominated bonds guaranteed by the Credit Guarantee and Investment Facility, connecting issuers with high-quality regional funding sources.