With humble beginnings, YTL Corporation today has emerged as one of the most pioneering brands in the nation as well as in the international market. What is the secret behind its success? The foresight of its founders and leaders as well as making sure its employees live out the brand philosophy. We speak to the enigmatic Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Francis Yeoh to learn the key to the brand’s success.

YTL Corporation Berhad is one of the largest companies listed on the Bursa Malaysia and together with its five listed subsidiaries has a combined Market Capitalisation of about RM29 billion.

The company was listed in 1985, has also had a secondary listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange since 1996. YTL was the first Asian non-Japanese company to be listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

The YTL Group's core businesses are ownership and management of regulated utilities and other infrastructure assets, serving 10 million customers in three continents.

YTL has built up an excellent track record of building high quality houses, apartments and condominiums with attractive and innovative designs.

YTL also owns and manages a collection of internationally renowned, award-winning hotels and resorts throughout Malaysia. The YTL name commands a premium and stands for innovation, impeccable attention to detail, as well as responsible corporate citizenship.

YTL’s financial performance in 2006 included an 11% sales increase with much higher operating profit, while market capitalization increased 1.7% at RM 14,950 million.