About ValueMax

Built on trust.
Growing with purpose.

A Singapore-grown brand serving generations with professional, sincere and reliable service since 1988.

Who we are

A familiar name, shaped by decades of experience

ValueMax is a Singapore-grown pawnbroking group founded in 1988. Our business has grown by staying focused on what matters: knowledgeable service, fair and professional assessment, and dependable support for every customer.

Today, we continue to evolve while holding firmly to the values that built our reputation—experience, sincerity and trust.

Gold bars balanced on scales, representing ValueMax expertise and fair assessment

Our story

From humble beginnings to an enduring Singapore brand

The journey of founder Mr Yeah Hiang Nam is a story of resilience, hard work and an enduring belief in creating value for others.

ValueMax founder Mr Yeah Hiang Nam at a ValueMax outlet

Founder & Executive Chairman

Mr Yeah Hiang Nam, PBM

From selling pastries as a child in Penang to building his career in Singapore, Mr Yeah’s journey was shaped by grit and entrepreneurial spirit. His experience in jewellery and gold laid the foundation for ValueMax’s growth.

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1969

Entered the jewellery trade and began building deep industry knowledge.

1979

Founded Golden Goldsmith Jewellers, expanding into gold manufacturing and wholesale.

1988

Opened the first pawnshop, marking the beginning of the business that would eventually become ValueMax.

2004

Launched the ValueMax brand to create a more modern pawnbroking experience while continuing to provide professional valuation, competitive value and reliable service.

2013

ValueMax became the first pawnbroker listed on the SGX Mainboard.

Today

The Group continues to serve, innovate and grow with the community.

The ValueMax promise

Professional. Sincere. Reliable.

Our promise guides every assessment, conversation and customer experience.

Experienced expertise

Our appraisers bring deep technical knowledge across jewellery, gold and other valuables.

Clear and sincere service

We communicate respectfully and make the process easy for customers to understand.

Reliable support

Customers can count on established processes and service grounded in trust.

Excellent value

We combine professional assessment with a commitment to delivering value for every customer.

Milestones & recognition

Progress recognised through the years

These selected milestones reflect our commitment to service, responsible business and long-term growth.

2026

iEdge Singapore NEXT 50 Index

Included in the index effective 23 March 2026.

2025

Singapore Corporate Awards

Best CFO Award in the Mid Cap Category.

2019

EY Entrepreneur Of The Year

Financial Services category recognition for Mr Yeah Hiang Nam.

2013

SGX Mainboard Listing

Became the first pawnbroker listed on the SGX Mainboard.

2004

CaseTrust Accreditation

Became Singapore’s first CaseTrust-accredited pawnbroker.

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Responsible growth

Creating lasting value for people and communities

Long-term sustainability means balancing business growth with responsible practices, sound governance and positive impact. We continue to strengthen the way we serve customers, support our people and contribute to the wider community.

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Responsible business

Building long-term resilience through responsible and sustainable practices.

People & community

Supporting our employees, customers and communities as we grow together.

Strong governance

Maintaining accountability, transparency and responsible decision-making.

Careers at ValueMax

Grow with a team that values your contribution

Join a dynamic team, take on new challenges and help us shape the future of a trusted Singapore brand.

A diverse group of professionals seated together

A career at ValueMax means

  • Rising to meaningful new challenges
  • Bringing your ideas to a growing business
  • Contributing to an expanding team and community

Meet ValueMax

Experience service built on trust.