2024-11-28
The Securities Commission Malaysia issued these guidelines to establish the regulatory framework for the issuance, offer, and subscription of corporate bonds and sukuk to retail investors. The document mandates specific eligibility criteria, credit rating requirements, and continuous disclosure obligations for issuers while defining the responsibilities of all parties involved in the lifecycle of these securities. It further outlines procedural requirements for approval, utilization of proceeds, and additional Shariah compliance standards applicable to sukuk offerings.