The Story of Hock Hua Bank and Public Bank Berhad

Timeline Description 1951 Hock Hua Bank was founded in Sibu by Foochow entrepreneurs to serve local Chinese businesses. 1970 to 1980s The bank expanded nationwide and benefited from Malaysia’s liberalising financial policies. 1991 Hock Hua Bank was listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange amid rapid banking sector growth. 1997 to 2000 Asian financial crisis […]

Kuala Lumpur Kepong, A Century-Long Journey

Timeline Description 1906 Kuala Lumpur Rubber Company is established in London, focusing on rubber cultivation in Malaya. 1923 to 1929 Tin discovery introduces rental income, helping the company withstand the global economic downturn. 1969 to 1973 Lee Loy Seng acquires control and restructures the company into Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad. 1974 to 1981 Aggressive land […]