The five-year issuance drew exceptionally strong interest from a high-quality and globally diversified investor base, achieving 3.5 times oversubscription and closing with an orderbook more than US$1 billion. This outstanding reception reflects deep market confidence in the Bank's credit strength, long-term resilience, and strategic direction. HSBC acted as Bookrunner, Lead Manager and Rating Adviser, alongside Affin Hwang Investment Bank, MUFG Bank and Standard Chartered as Joint Bookrunners and Lead Managers.
Datuk Wan Razly Abdullah, President & Group Chief Executive Officer of AFFIN Group said, "This recognition as the Best New Bond Award 2026 from The Asset is a significant endorsement of AFFIN BANK's inaugural entry into the US dollar bond market. The overwhelming investor response underscores strong confidence in our credit fundamentals, strategic clarity and disciplined delivery under the AFFIN Axelerate 2028 (AX28) Strategic Plan."
Additionally, we are proud that this recognition complements a series of recent international accolades received by AFFIN Group, including:
Upgraded from three to four stars in the FTSE4Good semi-annual review which further strengthens AFFIN's position among Malaysia's leading public-listed institutions championing sustainable and inclusive growth.
- Best Banking GCEO - Malaysia 2025
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Best Green Banking Initiative - Malaysia 2025
Both awards were presented under the 13th Annual International Finance Awards 2025, across two distinct categories.
- World Outstanding CEO Leadership Excellence Award - Datuk Wan Razly Abdullah by ASEAN Business Club and KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific
Collectively, these accolades underscore the strength of AFFIN's transformation journey, the credibility of its leadership and strategy, and its growing standing as a modern and progressive banking group among global investors and industry peers.
-END-About AFFIN Group
Incorporated on 23 October 1975, AFFIN Group proudly commemorates its 50th anniversary in 2025, a milestone that reflects five decades of steadfast dedication to growth, innovation, and financial excellence, all in line with its vision to be the Most Creative and Innovative Financial Company in Malaysia. Affin Bank Berhad operates as the financial holding entity of Affin Islamic Bank Berhad, Affin Hwang Investment Bank Berhad and Affin Moneybrokers Sdn Bhd. Generali Insurance Malaysia Berhad and Generali Life Insurance Malaysia Berhad are affiliated companies of Affin Bank Berhad.
AFFIN Group provides an array of financial products and services catering to individual, enterprise, commercial, and corporate clients. The focus market segments are categorised under essential business units such as Community Banking, Enterprise Banking, Corporate Banking, Treasury, and Investment Banking. For more information, please visit https://www.affingroup.com.
For more information, please contact:Ku Hazran bin Ku Abd.Rahman Head, Corporate Communications & Media Contact Number: +60102260898 E-mail: kuhazran@affingroup.com | Sharifah Syahirah Syed Azlan Manager, Corporate Communications & Media Contact Number: +60162641675 E-mail: sharifahsyahirah.azlan@affingroup.com |
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