OpusAM–Bank Islam Agreement Boosts Islamic Investment Offerings

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KUALA LUMPUR, Tuesday, [22 July 2025]: Opus Asset Management Sdn Bhd (OpusAM) and Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad (Bank Islam or the Bank) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 22 July 2025 to establish a strategic partnership. This partnership aims to offer a range of carefully selected Shariah-compliant investment solutions for both new and existing Bank Islam clients.

The MoU was signed by OpusAM Group Managing Director, Mr. Siaw Wei Tang and Bank Islam Director of Wealth Management, Datin Zaharah Abd Muttalib. The signing was witnessed by Opus Islamic Asset Management Chairman of the Board, Puan Noorshidah Ismail and Bank Islam Group Chief Business Officer-Retail Banking, Mr. Mizan Masram. Senior Executives and colleagues from both organisations were also present.

Mr. Siaw Wei Tang emphasised the importance of providing investment solutions that offer consistent and sustainable returns to support clients in achieving their financial goals. He stated, “With the rise of fraudulent investment schemes promising unrealistic returns, many individuals have fallen victim to scams. At OpusAM, we are committed to promoting fixed income investments as a reliable and stable savings option, ensuring greater capital preservation for investors in times of global economic uncertainties.”

As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations continue to gain prominence, OpusAM reaffirms its commitment to responsible investing by becoming a signatory to the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI) in March 2024. As a PRI signatory, OpusAM pledges to uphold the six principles of responsible investment.

“Through this partnership, we aim to provide Bank Islam’s clients with broader access to our Shariah-compliant fixed income products, catering to both short-term and long-term investment horizons,” added Mr. Siaw Wei Tang.

Mr. Mizan Masram emphasises the Bank’s readiness to meet the demand for Shariahcompliant investment solutions while offering capital preservation and steady returns for sophisticated investors.

“This strategic collaboration with OpusAM reinforces our commitment to offering customers diversified investment opportunities and viable alternatives beyond traditional fixed deposits.”

“OpusAM’s range of fixed income funds is designed to cater to diverse financial goals, while providing liquidity and stability. Through this collaboration, we aim to empower clients to grow and preserve their wealth with confidence, grounded in prudent investment strategies and the principles of ethical finance,” Mr. Mizan Masram adds.

Effective 15 July 2025, Bank Islam will serve as a new distribution partner for OpusAM’s investment products, these include namely Opus Shariah Cash Extra Fund, Opus Shariah Income Fund and Opus SRI Sukuk Fund (Class B), which will be made available across its nationwide network of over 100 branches.