CGS International Securities Malaysia (CGS MY) entered 2026 following a leadership transition announced on Nov 25, 2025, with Khairi Shahrin Arief appointed as chief executive officer and Alan Inn named country head.
Under the new structure, Khairi will oversee the firm’s strategic direction and local operations, while Alan will focus on regional expansion and cross-border growth initiatives.
Commenting on the outlook, Khairi said Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship, along with growth opportunities in digital technology, energy transition, and healthcare, supported CGS MY’s performance in 2025.
“In 2026, we look forward to delivering progressive outcomes from these initiatives, as CGS MY continues to serve as a key gateway for facilitating partnerships and capital flows,” he said.
Khairi added that CGS MY’s China-ASEAN heritage positions the firm well to support collaborations between Malaysian and Chinese companies, particularly in sectors such as digital technology, renewable energy, and artificial intelligence.
In 2025, CGS MY executed eight memorandums of understanding with both public and private institutions. These included partnerships with Bursa Malaysia and Fullgoal Asset Management (HK) Ltd to facilitate the listing of foreign-underlying exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
The firm also plans to expand its financial literacy initiatives, with new campaigns slated for 2026, including the introduction of gamified educational content.
During his previous tenure as co-deputy CEO, Khairi led the expansion of CGS MY’s retail, institutional, and private wealth businesses, including the 2025 launch of fractional trading on the UP app for Bursa Malaysia’s top 30 companies. As CEO, he said he will continue to prioritise regulatory stewardship and market expansion.
Khairi also noted that CGS MY has set a KLCI target of 1,810 for 2026, citing Malaysia’s relatively low exposure to global tariff risks and stable policy environment.
Meanwhile, Alan Inn will lead growth across asset and wealth management, investment banking, private equity, and cross-border activities.
“I am excited to work alongside Khairi and my esteemed colleagues as we continue to drive progress and position Malaysia as a premier investment destination,” Alan said.
He added that CGS MY is well positioned to support regional businesses pursuing China Plus One strategies through cross-border initiatives, with the firm targeting RM3 billion in assets under management within three years.
CGS MY will kick off the year with its 18th Annual Malaysia Corporate Day on Jan 7, 2026.
