Phoenix

Unit Level 11(A), Main Office Tower,
Financial Park Labuan, Jalan Merdeka
87000 FT Labuan Malaysia.
+60 12 782 9545
admin@thephoenixbank.com

About Us

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Years of Combined Global
Leadership Experience
ABOUT PHOENIX

Phoenix Investment Bank (Labuan) Ltd (PIBL) is a licensed Investment Bank incorporated in Labuan, Malaysia and regulated by the Labuan Financial Services Authority (LFSA). Established by the promoters of a global business conglomerate, PIBL represents the culmination of decades of organization building, global banking, financial advisory, and capital markets expertise.

Built on a foundation of integrity, regulatory discipline, and strategic vision, Phoenix is positioned as a fully regulated regional investment bank offering a comprehensive suite of financial solutions to institutional, corporate, and professional clients worldwide bringing with it decades of experience in global markets.

  • Secure, innovative, and client-centric global banking
  • Institutional governance paired with agile, market-driven solutions
  • Disciplined compliance with international banking standards
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Licensed, Regulated, and Compliance-Driven

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OUR GOAL

Company Mission and Vision

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Our Mission

To provide compliant, structured, and globally connected financial solutions that enable institutions, corporates, and financial counterparties to transact with certainty.

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Our Vision

Phoenix is entering a strategic growth phase — expanding institutional capabilities, strengthening correspondent relationships, and building long-term strategic partnerships.

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Our Partner Banks
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Almost 50+ Bank Partners we have
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Our Foundation

Phoenix is part of the Fintrade Group, a global financial group comprising licensed entities across multiple jurisdictions in New Zealand and in Malaysia.

The principals of the Group collectively bring over 40 years of international banking and finance experience, with the depth of expertise across securities markets, trade finance, investments, advisory, and regulatory environments.

Client-first Advice

Local Insight

Global Reach

Tailored Solutions

Our Services Our Services

Our achivement from 40+
years of Leadership Excellence

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Work Completed

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Satisfaction Rate

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WHAT WE BELIEVE IN

Delivering best-in-class solutions powered by:

Our Core Strength
Governance & Leadership
Our Strategic Vision
Growth & Partnership
Our Core Strength

Phoenix’s strategic positioning is reinforced by a strong global correspondent banking network. The Group has:

  • Established RMAs with 100+ globally established banks
  • Connected with financial institutions across 48 countries
  • Facilitated 400+ global applicants
  • Generated multi-million-dollar fee income through trade finance activities
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MEET The Team

Introducing our dedicated
Expert Team

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Anil Uttamsingh

Director

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Abdulaziz A. Kaki

Director

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Kyari A. Bukar

Director - Chairman

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Baskaran Meyappan

Director (Principal Officer)

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Joe Rayen

Independent Director

MEET The Team

Introducing Our Team

Board Of Directors

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Anil Uttamsingh

Anil Uttamsingh

Director

Kyari A. Bukar

Kyari A. Bukar

Director - Chairman

Abdulaziz A. Kaki

Abdulaziz A. Kaki

Director

Baskaran Meyappan

Baskaran Meyappan

Director (Principal Officer)

Advisory Board

Meet Our Advisors Meet Our Advisors
Tunku Iskandar Dzulkarnain

Tunku Iskandar Dzulkarnain

Advisor

Nura Khai

Nura Khai

Advisor (Relationships)

Dr. Ajit Phanse

Dr. Ajit Phanse

Advisor

Dato Worawi Makudi

Dato Worawi Makudi

Advisor

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MEET The Team

Introducing our dedicated
Expert Team

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PROFFESSIONAL
MEMBERS

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Anil Girdhari Uttamsigh

Director

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Abdulaziz Abedlelah M Kaki

Director

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Kyari Aba Bukar

Director

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Baskaran Meyappan

Director & Principal Officer

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Joachim Joseph Nelson Villava Rayen

Director

Meet Our Team
SIMPLE PROCESS

Finished task follow the Process


STEP - 1

Transaction Assessment and Structuring

We perform a rigorous evaluation of the deal, parties, and market conditions. This ensures every suggested structure is fully feasible, financeable, and compliant with global standards before any financial instruments are issued.


STEP - 2

Due Diligence and Banking Alignment

All stakeholders and processes are synchronized with banking regulations and standards.This phase guarantees total transparency,removes potential obstacles,and prevents execution delays throughout the lifecycle of the deal.


STEP - 3

LC Issuance and Coordination

We collaborate with issuing and advising banks to manage documentation and timelines. Our team prioritizes accuracy and agility, ensuring seamless implementation and clear communication across all diverse geographic regions.


STEP - 4

Settlement and Ongoing Support

Once finalized, we remain active to assist with settlements or subsequent deals. Our partnerships are built for lasting engagement and long-term value, rather than treating client requirements as isolated, one-off transactions.

TESTIMONIAL

What’s our satisfied clients
feedback about Phoenix

Not flashy. Just works.

4.5

“I am not a fund manager or a big institution but just someone who trades equities seriously and got tired of platforms with bad executions and poor customer service. A friend recommended Phoenix. Took me a while to make the switch — I am always cautious about moving custody arrangements. But the demat setup was smooth and clean, my holdings transferred without hassles , and the execution I have seen since, has been consistent. No horror stories. That’s all I really wanted.”

Simple request. Simple answer. That’s unusual.

“We run operations across four countries and needed a card solution that could handle different currencies without us constantly chasing limits or reissuances. Most banks made it sound complicated. Phoenix just asked what we needed, confirmed what was possible, and set it up. My team has been using the cards for months now — payments go through, nothing breaks down or stops. Sometimes the best review is simply saying, “it just works.” And honestly, that’s mine.

Finally, an LC that didn’t come back with 14 changes and errors

“I’ll be honest — I’ve had nightmares with LCs before: rejected documents, missed deadlines, banks that don’t communicate properly with the client and let you know the process and procedures clearly. With Phoenix, the LC for our palm oil shipment was structured correctly the very first time. No back-and-forth. The counterparty’s bank accepted it without a single query. how rare that is? I went as far as calling my operations manager to double-check it this is really the case or its too good to be true. We have completed three more transactions since then.”

They understood the deal before we even finished explaining it

“Our SBLC requirement was tied to a government contract — the kind where one wrong clause and you are back to square one for months. I was prepared for a long deliberation with the bank’s legal team on the nuances of the documents and paperwork. Instead, by the second call, they already knew and understood what we needed and why. The instrument was issued in a clean manner in the first attempt, and the contracting authority accepted it without revision, so we moved to financial close. I wasn’t expecting it to be that smooth.”

They saved us from a deal that looked good on paper

“We were 90% of the way through an acquisition when Phoenix’s advisory team flagged something in the target’s structure that didn’t sit right. It took a few extra weeks to untangle, and honestly, at the time, I was frustrated by the delay but Looking back, that flag saved us from a liability we would have inherited without even knowing it. Good M&A advice isn’t just about closing deals. Sometimes it’s about having the discipline to pause one. I truly learned that here.”

The correspondent network is real — not just a line on a brochure

“Our project needed debt from multiple lenders across different jurisdictions. I’ve worked with ‘International’ banks before who turned out to have very shallow reach once you got past the pitch deck. Phoenix actually had the relationships internationally. The syndication came together across three lenders in two regions, documentation was coordinated properly, and we hit the finish line within a timeline close I honestly didn’t think was achievable. The network they talk about — it’s real.”

Straightforward. No nonsense. Could have been faster but I’ll come back.

“I needed to unlock some capital from my shophouse to fund an expansion. A few banks I approached made it feel like I was asking for something impossible. Phoenix was different — they explained the process, told me exactly what documents were needed, and did not change the requirements halfway through. The valuation process took a bit longer than I expected, and I did have to follow up a couple of times. But the money came through, the terms were fair, and the expansion is now up and running. I would definitely use them again.”

Held firm when both sides got nervous. That’s exactly what you need.

“In any significant transaction, there’s always a moment where one party panics and starts pushing on the escrow conditions. Having Phoenix as the agent meant there was a calm, regulated institution in the middle who simply pointed back to what was agreed. No drama, no favouritism. Conditions were met, funds were released, deal closed. My client on the buy side said it was the smoothest closing they had in a decade. I have already referred them to others twice since.”

Reporting alone was worth the move

“We moved our foundation’s managed funds and assets to Phoenix after years of receiving quarterly reports that told us very little and explained even less. The first report we got from Phoenix’s fund management team was detailed, clear, and effectively addressed the questions we had been asking our previous manager since the past two years. The asset allocation philosophy is disciplined —is no chasing trends, no unexplained shifts. For a foundation with a long-term mandate, that is exactly the approach we needed. It has been a year, and our trustees are sleeping better.”