The ‘Bursa Top 20: Who’s The Most Charitable?’ offers a unique glimpse into the extent of corporate giving by the 20 highest-earning companies listed on Malaysia’s stock exchange in 2024. Find out who’s the biggest giver.
All information on this site is obtained through publicly available annual and sustainability reports from respective companies. Click on the company name to view their giving in detail.
| Logo | Company Name | Industry | FY2024 Net Profit (RM billion) | % Giving Comparison to Previous Year | % Community Investment to Profit | Total Community Investment (RM million) | Beneficiaries of Community Investment | Employee Volunteer Hours (Hrs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Malayan Banking Berhad | Financial Services | 10.09 |  | 0.48% | 48.74 | Impacted 542,822 beneficiaries | 118,188 |
 | Public Bank Berhad | Financial Services | 7.15 |  | 0.03% | 2.50 | Impacted 7,068 lives | 28,000 |
 | CIMB Group Holdings Berhad | Financial Services | 7.73 |  | 0.37% | 28.30 | Impacted 114,955 lives | 216,000 |
 | Hong Leong Bank Berhad | Financial Services | 4.20 |  | 0.01% | 0.48 | Impacted 9,013 lives | 3,091 |
 | Hong Leong Financial Group Berhad | Financial Services | 3.20 | | 0.02% | 0.50 | Impacted 9,420 lives | N/A |
 | IHH Healthcare Bhd | Healthcare | 2.66 | | 0.39% | 10.36 | Impacted 28,858 lives | N/A |
 | YTL Corporation Bhd 🆕 | Utilities | 2.14 | | 1.73% | 37.01 | Impacted 304,346 lives | N/A |
 | IOI Properties Group Berhad 🆕 | Property | 2.07 | | 0.06% | 1.18 | Impacted 2,751 lives | N/A |
 | Tenaga Nasional Berhad | Utilities | 4.70 | | 1.36% | 63.78 | Impacted 79,581 lives | N/A |
 | YTL Power International Berhad | Utilities | 3.40 | | 0.71% | 24.30 | Impacted 152,721 lives | N/A |
 | Sime Darby Berhad | Consumer Products & Services | 3.31 | | 0.52% | 17.11 | Impacted 75 beneficiaries | N/A |
 | RHB Bank Berhad | Financial Services | 3.12 | | 0.20% | 6.29 | Impacted 78,488 lives | N/A |
 | SD Guthrie Berhad | Plantation | 2.16 | | 2.56% | 55.40 | Impacted 272,610 lives | 25,252 |
 | Telekom Malaysia Berhad | Utilities | 2.02 | | 1.97% | 39.79 | Impacted 95,610 lives | N/A |
 | AMMB Holdings Bhd | Financial Services | 1.87 | | 0.05% | 0.90 | Impacted 17,229 lives | N/A |
 | Petronas Gas Berhad | Utilities | 1.84 | | 0.31% | 5.72 | Impacted 1,548 lives | N/A |
 | Press Metal Aluminium Holdings 🔄 | Industrial Product | 1.77 | | 0.44% | 7.86 | Impacted 1,903 lives | 2,901 |
 | Maxis Berhad 🔄 | Telecommunications and Media | 1.40 | | 0.38% | 5.29 | Impacted 65,141 lives | 3,440 |
 | CelcomDigi Berhad | Telecommunications and Media | 1.38 | | 0.17% | 2.32 | Impacted 206,000 lives | N/A |
 | PPB Group Berhad | Consumer Products & Services | 1.22 | | 0.29% | 3.59 | Impacted 31,221 lives | 926 |
Legend:
🆕 – New Entries (Companies that have just entered the Bursa Top 20 list this financial year 2024/25)
🔄 – Returning Entries (Companies that have been analysed in the Bursa Top 20 list in previous reports)
All information are sourced from public annual and/or sustainability reports in year 2024 published by the respective companies. Data was collated and corroborated. Wiki Impact further contacted all companies to seek clarification for specific items. Of the 20 companies, only 2 companies replied and we appreciated the correspondence.
Here’s our methodology.
Last updated: 20 December 2025
Date of published: 15 January 2026
This independent report is produced without sponsorship from any organisation. The objective of the Bursa Top 20 is to promote philanthropy and encourage charitable giving among for-profit organisations.
In a rapidly evolving global economic landscape, corporate philanthropy has become an integral facet of modern business. Against this backdrop, ‘Bursa Top 20: Who’s The Most Charitable?’ offers a compelling glimpse into the world of corporate giving by the 20 highest-earning companies listed on Malaysia’s stock exchange in 2024.
As we navigate the complexities of the contemporary business environment, this initiative serves as a unique endeavour to unravel the trends and practices of corporate philanthropy. By delving into the sustainability and annual reports of these corporations, we embark on a data-driven journey to gain fresh insights into the extent of corporate generosity in Malaysia.
This evidence-based reporting not only sets a new benchmark but also paints an aspirational vision for other companies to emulate or surpass in their charitable efforts. Through both monetary contributions and in-kind support, these Top 20 Bursa companies have demonstrated a profound commitment to corporate social and environmental responsibility, extending their impact to employees, communities, and societies at large.
The purpose of this report is to help
The reports revealed a lack of uniformity in reporting, with varying measures of materiality and inconsistent definitions of giving (e.g., in-kind donations vs. cash). This made it difficult to compare the level of giving across companies. However, these challenges highlight the need for a standardised giving framework and more transparent reporting.
Due to the implementation of the Bursa ESG Performance Data Table Template in annual reports, all companies analysed disclosed their Total Community Investment figures accordingly.
As a result, the previous distinction between cash and in-kind contributions is now consolidated under Total Community Investment, from which the Community Investment to Profit Ratio (%) is derived.
YTL Corporation Berhad and IOI Properties Group Berhad newly entered the top 20 earners on Bursa Malaysia for FY2024/25, while Maxis Berhad and Press Metal Aluminium Holdings Berhad returned to the list.
SD Guthrie Berhad contributed RM55.40 million equivalent to a giving-to-profit ratio of 2.56%.
TNB contributed RM63.78 million in total community investment, which is 1.36% of the company’s net profit.
Out of 20 companies analysed, 16 companies reported a cash-to-profit ratio of less than 1% in 2024.
Collectively, the top 20 Bursa companies contributed RM361.42 million in community investment in 2024.
All 20 companies incorporated the Bursa ESG Reporting Performance Data Table Template into their 2024 annual reports.
The total employee volunteer hours reported by all 8 companies was 397,798 hours.
37.9% of all giving by these 20 companies was focused on Education.
The Community benefited from 33.0% of all giving by these 20 companies.
Collectively, the top 20 Bursa companies donated RM361.42 million in community investment in 2024 which is a slight decrease from previous year’s RM381 million. The average community investment to profit ratio for these companies stands at 0.38%.
For the first time since the inaugural Bursa Top 20: Who’s the Most Charitable report, all top 20 companies analysed disclosed the monetary value of their community investments, following the implementation of the Bursa ESG Performance Data Table Template.
Beyond cash donations, companies also made in-kind contributions through CSR programmes, food, products, and services to support various causes or beneficiaries as part of their community investment.
Corporate social responsibility is increasingly championed from within, as employees volunteer their time and expertise to support NGOs and grassroots initiatives, demonstrating the growing role of corporate professionals in driving social change.
Among Malaysia’s top 20 companies, education accounted for the largest share of community investments, representing 37.9% of total contributions, followed by the environment (19.4%) and welfare (16.7%), while sports received the smallest share at 2.5%.
Within the education category, initiatives ranged from improving access to education and raising awareness of social issues to providing training, upskilling opportunities, and sponsoring educational facilities and resources. Notable programmes include Malayan Banking Berhad’s iTEKAD and Financial Industry Collective Outreach (FINCO), as well as Tenaga Nasional Berhad’s Ceria Ke Sekolah (CKS) programme.
The Community is the primary beneficiary of these community investments, accounting for 33.0%, followed closely by youth at 32.0%. Environmental initiatives account for 14.6% of the contributions, while animals receive the lowest share at only 1.0%.
Notable organizations and initiatives supported by the top 20 Bursa companies include Kechara Soup Kitchen, The Lost Food Project, HLB Jumpstart initiatives, and festive charity celebrations with local communities.
Corporate philanthropy has gained unprecedented significance in recent times. The business landscape is evolving, demanding that companies not only adapt but lead by redefining their priorities. Today’s customers and stakeholders seek brands that align with their values and commit to causes beyond profit.
The top earners bear a profound responsibility to be the foremost contributors. By cultivating a culture of generosity, transformation permeates from the highest echelons of corporate leadership to office cubicles, extending its reach to communities and vulnerable groups.
Through meaningful giving, companies have the extraordinary potential to shape enduring legacies. ‘Bursa Top 20: Who’s The Most Charitable?’ is intended to serve as a wellspring of inspiration and innovative ideas, empowering your company to make a difference through philanthropy.
This year marks the third edition of the “Bursa Top 20: Who’s the Most Charitable?” analysis. We’ve created a comparison table to showcase how these companies have performed over the past three years, highlighting their progress and commitment to charitable giving. Our hope is that this analysis will inspire these companies to continue enhancing their contributions, fostering a stronger culture of corporate social responsibility.
Wiki Impact’s holistic approach to corporate purpose empowers you to make strategic decisions on how to create a lasting impact on our society and environment. We’d love to have a chat on how your profit-making business can lead with purpose.
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