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EPF Says Investment in MAHB to Support Dividend Payouts

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Publish date: Thu, 16 Jan 2025, 09:27 AM
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As an institution committed to good governance, the Employees Provident Fund also implements a 'Chinese wall' policy to ensure that its fund managers do not have access to any important non-public information, such as acquisition offers that may occur, it said. (Photo by Low Yen Yeing/The Edge)

KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 15): The Employees Provident Fund’s (EPF) investment decisions, including the trading of Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd or MAHB (KL:AIRPORT) shares, align with its broader investment objectives and are aimed at generating income required for dividend payments during the financial year.

In a statement, the EPF said the recent decision to make a voluntary general offer for MAHB shares at RM11 per share as part of a consortium reflects a separate, long-term strategic plan aimed at achieving sustainable growth and returns.

As an institution committed to good governance, the EPF also implements a ‘Chinese wall’ policy to ensure that its fund managers do not have access to any important non-public information, such as acquisition offers that may occur, it said.

“This policy serves as an information barrier between different departments within the EPF, preventing the disclosure of material non-public information and maintaining the integrity of its market activities,” it added.

The EPF has been an MAHB shareholder since Nov 30, 1999, when the company was listed on the Main Market of Bursa Malaysia at RM2.50 per share.

For 24 years, the EPF has reportedly managed its investment in MAHB based on a well-defined framework and a careful buy-and-sell strategy to ensure optimal returns for its members.

Source: TheEdge - 16 Jan 2025

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