Around 200 institutional investors and prime brokerage clients with a combined USD23 trillion (RM93 trillion) in global assets under management are convening at Maybank Investment Banking Group’s (“Maybank IBG”) flagship event, Invest ASEAN, on 7-8 July in Singapore.
The event connects investors with 54 companies including a sovereign wealth fund, alongside meetings with key government bodies in Singapore. The companies are from ASEAN-6 markets (Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam) and India, representing total market capitalisation of USD553 billion. Spanning banking, technology, consumer, healthcare, manufacturing and renewable energy sectors, the companies were selected based on clients’ preferred names, a mix of mid and large caps, readiness to engage with global investors, and Maybank IBG’s research views.
Michael Oh-Lau, Chief Executive Officer, Maybank Investment Banking Group said, “Now in its 13th edition, Invest ASEAN reinforces Maybank’s long-standing commitment to connecting investors with companies while providing the insights and conviction needed to navigate today’s evolving global landscape. This year’s attendance surpassed our expectations, highlighting sustained interest from both global and local investors in ASEAN as the region continues to demonstrate resilience amid global uncertainties. Energy transition, supply chain reconfiguration and AI-led digital transformation are key themes at this year’s Invest ASEAN, and we expect these trends to continue over the next few years.”
Reflecting improved conditions, Maybank’s research has revised its ASEAN-6 GDP growth forecast upwards to +4.7% from its estimate of +4.5% in March (2027E: +4.7%). Oil prices have fallen from their peak to near pre-war levels and tanker traffic via the Strait of Hormuz is recovering.
Alexender Dauz, President of Maybank Securities Philippines said, “We are pleased to showcase the Philippines’ investment opportunities at Invest ASEAN, connecting leading Philippine companies with global investors. Amid an increasingly complex global environment, the Philippines’ resilient economy, strong domestic consumption and dynamic corporate sector continue to offer
compelling long-term opportunities. As ASEAN’s leading investment banking franchise, we are well positioned to supporting the country’s growth ambitions through capital markets expertise, strategic advisory and access to international investors.”
In the Philippines, higher inflation and tighter financial conditions are expected to weigh on private consumption and investment. Nevertheless, stronger public spending, resilient remittance inflows and services exports should partly offset these headwinds. As such, our GDP growth forecast has been revised upwards to 3.5% in 2026 from 3.3% and 4.2% in 2027 from 3.9%
Maybank remains positive on Philippine equities, supported by attractive valuations and improving structural fundamentals despite near-term macro headwinds. It expects infrastructure investment, AI-related opportunities and ongoing Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE) reforms, including a robust IPO pipeline and measures to improve market liquidity—to support earnings growth and market re-rating. Maybank continues to favour banks, telecommunications, infrastructure, consumer staples and property.
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