Digital wealth manager StashAway Malaysia has introduced ETF Explorer, a new feature designed to make investing in global Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) more accessible and less intimidating for Malaysian investors.
For many Malaysians, exposure to global markets has traditionally been limited by the complexity of ETFs, high barriers to entry, and the overwhelming number of options offered by traditional brokerages. StashAway aims to change that.
ETF Explorer allows users to browse and invest in more than 80 carefully curated ETFs spanning global equities, bonds, commodities, and thematic sectors such as US technology, artificial intelligence, and emerging markets — all without the need for a foreign brokerage account.
“Many Malaysians we spoke to felt that global investing was only for the financially savvy,” said Wong Wai Ken, StashAway Malaysia Country Manager. “But it has a place in everyone’s portfolio. Whether you’re just getting started or already experienced, ETF Explorer makes it easy to discover global opportunities and make informed decisions that build long-term wealth.”
The platform emphasises ease of use, offering clear, jargon-free explanations for every ETF so investors understand exactly what they’re buying into. StashAway says users can complete an investment in as little as one minute.
Costs are also kept low. Investors pay USD1.99 per order with no ongoing management fees, and dividends are automatically reinvested at no extra charge — a structure the company says helps users compound returns more effectively over time.
Behind the product is StashAway’s investment team, which screens thousands of ETFs globally to identify those that are cost-efficient, tax-optimised, and well-managed across various asset classes.
ETF Explorer complements StashAway’s suite of managed investment portfolios, offering a more hands-on option for users who want to build personalised portfolios with guidance.
The launch is part of StashAway’s broader mission to make long-term, globally diversified investing simple and cost-effective for Malaysians.