If you’re Malaysian and new to investing, you’re probably wondering how to buy shares in Malaysia and open a Malaysian brokerage account. Or you could be a foreigner who wants to invest directly through a Malaysian brokerage and you’re thinking about which one to go with. In either case, it’s important to pick a brokerage that suits your individual needs and preferences. As a value investor and Malaysian myself, here are six things to consider when choosing a Malaysian brokerage account. 6 things to consider when opening a brokerage account in Malaysia 1. CDS vs. nominee account Let me explain the difference between a CDS account and a nominee account: Before you open a brokerage account with a Malaysian broker, you first need to open a Central Depository System (CDS) account. A brokerage account allows you to trade shares through your broker. A CDS account records the ownership of Malaysian...