UOB Kay Hian Malaysia: Brokerage Fee
How UOB Kay Hian charges for trading in Malaysia — the general fee structure, and where to find current confirmed rates.
Open an Account →UOB Kay Hian charges brokerage (commission) on each trade, usually as a percentage of the trade value with a minimum charge, and rates differ by order channel, market and account type.
How UOB Kay Hian brokerage fees work
A quick summary of how the fee structure is generally organised:
- UOB Kay Hian charges brokerage (commission) on each trade, typically as a percentage of trade value with a minimum charge per contract.
- Rates commonly differ between online, self-directed orders and orders placed through a dealer or by phone, with online trading usually cheaper.
- Local Bursa Malaysia trades and foreign market trades are usually priced on separate fee schedules, since foreign trades add currency conversion and clearing costs.
- Account type can affect pricing — cash accounts, margin accounts and platforms such as UTRADE Edge may carry different commission tiers.
- Brokerage rates and minimum charges change from time to time, so always confirm the current schedule with UOB Kay Hian before trading.
For Bursa Malaysia trades specifically, brokerage is charged in ringgit (MYR); foreign market trades are charged and settled in the currency of that market, so a currency conversion step applies on top.
Frequently asked questions
Are UOB Kay Hian's online trading fees cheaper than dealer-assisted trades?
Online, self-directed orders are typically priced lower than orders placed through a dealer or by phone — confirm the current schedule with UOB Kay Hian.