VCI Global’s Fintech Arm Credilab Achieves US$35 Million Loan Book with 53% Revenue Growth; Secures Conditional Approval for Full Online Lending License
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VCI Global's (NASDAQ:VCIG) fintech subsidiary Credilab has achieved significant milestones, reporting a US$35 million loan book and 53% year-over-year revenue growth for the twelve months ended June 2025. The company maintains a strong non-performing loan (NPL) ratio below 3%, demonstrating effective risk management through its AI-driven credit assessment system.
Credilab has secured conditional approval for a full online lending license from Malaysia's Ministry of Housing and Local Government, positioning it to address the country's US$64 billion SME financing gap. The platform specializes in serving Malaysia's underserved SME sector, which comprises 96.1% of all business establishments, offering features like instant cash loans, rapid processing, and flexible repayment options.
Positive
- Achieved US$35 million loan book with 53% year-over-year revenue growth
- Maintained strong asset quality with NPL ratio below 3%
- Secured conditional approval for full online lending license
- Targets US$64 billion SME financing gap opportunity in Malaysia
Negative
- Operating in highly competitive fintech lending space
- Subject to strict regulatory oversight and compliance requirements
- Exposure to credit risk in SME lending segment
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Strong Loan Growth, Prudent Risk Management, and Regulatory Greenlight Position Credilab for Next Phase of Expansion
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global” or the “Company”), a cross-sector platform builder integrating deep technology with financial architecture to enable sovereign-ready digital ecosystems, today announced major milestones for its fintech subsidiary, Credilab Sdn Bhd (“Credilab”), as it strengthens its position as an emerging leader in the Southeast Asia’s digital financing landscape.
For the twelve months ended June 2025, Credilab expanded its loan book to US
Building on this momentum, Credilab has received conditional approval for a full online lending license from the Ministry of Housing and Local Government of Malaysia (“KPKT”). This regulatory milestone represents a significant step toward enabling seamless, nationwide access to financing, further advancing Credilab’s mission of democratizing credit while unlocking new revenue streams at scale.
“At Credilab, technology sits at the core of everything we do. By embedding AI into our credit assessment and risk management systems, we have been able to deliver rapid loan disbursements while maintaining strong asset quality with NPL below
Looking ahead, Credilab is well-positioned to deepen its presence in Malaysia’s SME financing landscape. As of 2024, MSMEs comprised
“What started as a concept project has now proven its strength with real traction and significant growth. Achieving a US
About Credilab Sdn Bhd
Credilab is a proprietary fintech platform designed to streamline the digital lending process, from online applications and credit scoring to Know Your Customer (KYC) verification and disbursement. It offers customized financial analytics, strengthens regulatory compliance, and ensures secure payment processing.
Focused on financial inclusion, Credilab provides accessible micro-financing solutions to underserved individuals, bridging the credit gap with advanced technology and user-centric design.
Key features of Credilab include:
- Instant Cash Loans with minimal documentation
- Short Processing Times for fast disbursements
- Flexible and Convenient Repayment Options
For more information, please log on to https://www.credilab.my/.
About VCI Global Limited
VCI Global is a cross-sector platform builder integrating deep technology with financial architecture to enable sovereign-ready digital ecosystems. Evolving from its roots in capital markets consultancy, the company now operates across fintech, AI, robotics, and cybersecurity.
Its mission is to empower governments, enterprises, and institutions, particularly in Southeast Asia, to scale securely, intelligently, and independently. At the core of its latest innovations is a sovereign AI data platform fortified by proprietary military-grade encryption, built to meet the highest standards of digital sovereignty, national security, and enterprise resilience.
For more information on the Company, please log on to https://v-capital.co/.
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