CIMB Group Holdings Bhd has achieved a major sustainability milestone after being upgraded to the highest MSCI ESG rating of AAA, placing the bank among the world’s top performers in environmental, social and governance standards.
The upgrade from AA reflects CIMB’s strong risk management practices, particularly in environmental risk assessment within its credit underwriting. The group also maintained a high environmental score of 9.2, underscoring disciplined oversight of climate-related and sustainability risks.
Beyond MSCI, CIMB was ranked No. 1 globally among financial institutions in the World Benchmarking Alliance’s 2025 Financial System Benchmark, and placed No. 2 worldwide for Inclusive Finance, recognising its role in expanding access to financial services and supporting a just economic transition.
Group CEO Novan Amirudin said the recognition validates CIMB’s strategy of embedding sustainability directly into daily decision-making rather than treating it as a standalone agenda. He added that the bank’s focus remains on execution and delivering real economic impact across ASEAN, particularly by supporting clients through their transition journeys.
Looking ahead, CIMB aims to mobilise RM300 billion in sustainable finance by 2030, expanding offerings in sustainability advisory, carbon finance and nature finance, with a strong emphasis on SMEs and outcome-based financing.
Quick Summary
CIMB upgraded to MSCI ESG AAA, the highest possible rating
Ranked No. 1 globally in WBA’s 2025 Financial System Benchmark
Strong environmental score highlights disciplined risk management
Targeting RM300bn in sustainable finance by 2030
Key Points
Top-tier MSCI ESG AAA rating achieved
Global No. 1 ranking in financial system sustainability
Sustainability embedded into CIMB’s core strategy (Forward30)
Aggressive push into sustainable, carbon and nature finance

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