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Our Fund

Our Fund

Ascent CNB PLT is a private equity fund structured as a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) and managed by Ascent Capital PE, a licensed Private Equity Management Corporation regulated by the Securities Commission Malaysia.

The fund is designed to bridge the capital gap for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia and the region, providing growth equity, strategic guidance, and operational expertise. With a target fund size of RM100 million, Ascent CNB PLT focuses on investing RM5 million – RM50 million per company across 8–15 high- potential businesses.

Key Features
  • Status: Active
  • Target Fund Size: RM100 million
  • Investment Focus: Growth equity in SMEs with proven models
  • Fund Life: 5 years + 5 years
  • Sector Coverage: Consumer, industrial, healthcare, education, fintech, green energy, property, ICT/data centres, and more.
  • Exit Strategies: IPOs, pre-IPO placements, trade sales, and secondary exits.
  • Limited Partner: CNB Amanah Berhad
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CNB AMANAH BERHAD

Sole Limited Partner

CNB Amanah Berhad is a fully licensed and regulated trust company, established under the Trust Companies Act 1949 and incorporated pursuant to the Companies Act 2016 on January 25, 2021. As a recognized member of the Association of Trust Companies, Malaysia (ATCM), the company is positioning itself as an emerging brand within the legacy advisory industry.

Backed by a team of professionals specializing in law and trustee services, including experienced will lawyers, CNB Amanah Berhad provides individuals, families, and businesses with comprehensive and cost-effective estate planning solutions in Malaysia. With extensive expertise in asset and estate management, the company ensures that clients receive peace of mind through reliable and professional administration of their affairs.

Our Investment Sectors

1. Consumer, Retail & F&B

This sector covers consumer goods and lifestyle products, including personal care, apparel, and home living brands; food & beverage (F&B) — from scalable restaurant chains and food manufacturing to specialty products and health-focused nutrition and retail concepts — especially those with franchising or regional expansion potential.

2. Industrial & Manufacturing

Targets mid-sized industrial enterprises undergoing modernization, automation, or sustainability transformation. The fund supports companies optimizing production efficiency and supply chain integration for export competitiveness.

3. Healthcare & Biotech

Invests in healthcare service providers, medical device manufacturers, and biotechnology ventures addressing regional healthcare gaps. Emphasis is on scalable models, telehealth integration, and preventative health technologies.

4. Education & Human Capital

Supports private education platforms, vocational training, and edtech solutions addressing skill gaps across Asia. The goal is to create long-term social and economic impact through quality, scalable education models.

5. Financial Technology (Fintech)

Focuses on payment systems, digital lending, wealth management, and blockchain-enabled solutions that improve financial inclusion and transparency. Preference is given to regulated or soon-to-be-licensed fintech operators.

6. Green Energy & Sustainability

Invests in renewable energy, waste management, and carbon reduction technologies aligned with ESG goals. The fund emphasizes profitable sustainability with measurable environmental impact.

7. Property & Real Assets

Selectively invests in real estate development or redevelopment with high growth or yield potential, especially projects benefiting from tourism, migration, or digital infrastructure trends.

8. Information & Communication Technology (ICT) / Data Centres

Targets high-demand infrastructure supporting cloud computing, AI, and regional data storage growth. Investments include data centres, communication networks, and strategic tech infrastructure assets.