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Malaysia Property Sector in 2025: Resilient, Diversified, and Poised for Transformation Despite ongoing global uncertainties—from US AI chip restrictions to shifting trade dynamics—Malaysia’s property sector is showing signs of sustained recovery and long-term structural strength, according to Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research. From renewed demand in high-end residential units in Kuala...

Malaysian Property Market 2025: Key Trends and Insights The Malaysian property market is showing signs of stability and maturity as it enters a new phase marked by consistent growth, rising investor interest, and evolving buyer expectations. Recent data and expert opinions highlight the booming real estate market in Johor, the demand for ESG-compliant office spaces in Kuala Lumpur, and the sustained...

Kuala Lumpur Real Estate Market: Resilience and Growth in 2025 Kuala Lumpur’s real estate market is showcasing notable resilience and growth in the first quarter of 2025 (1Q2025), according to the latest market dynamics report by JLL Malaysia. The report highlights a positive trend across various segments, including industrial, office, residential, and retail, driven by institutional investment,...

Malaysia Property Market 2024: Exceptional Performance Amid Mixed Sentiment The Malaysian property market recorded an exceptional performance in 2024, with the total transaction value hitting RM232.3 billion and the volume of transactions reaching 420,545. This marked a significant 18% increase in value and 5.4% rise in volume compared to 2023, achieving levels not seen since 2011. However, despite this...

Malaysia Property Market Outlook 2025: Where Are Prices Heading? The Malaysian property market enters 2025 on a cautiously optimistic note, supported by a stable economy, infrastructure growth, and evolving buyer demands. Whether you're an investor, first-time buyer, or simply exploring the market, understanding where prices are heading and which areas are hot can help you make smarter real estate...

Johor Property Market 2025: A Transformative Year Fueled by Investment and Infrastructure After more than a decade of muted growth, the Johor property market in 2025 is finally experiencing a long-awaited revival. Backed by strong foreign investment, government initiatives, and major infrastructure developments, Johor is rapidly reemerging as one of Malaysia’s most promising real estate...

How Global Trade Wars Impact Malaysia's Property Market Amid rising global economic uncertainties and escalating trade tensions between major economies like the United States and China, Malaysia's property market stands at a pivotal point. The ripple effects of trade wars are not just felt on stock exchanges or in import-export statistics—they also subtly but significantly influence the real estate...

Malaysia’s Inflation Slows to 1.5% in February 2025 as Food and Housing Costs Stabilise Malaysia’s headline inflation cooled to 1.5% year-on-year in February 2025, offering a sign of relief for consumers and businesses navigating cost-of-living pressures. The data, released by the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM), shows that inflation has slowed from 1.7% in January, in line with Bloomberg’s...

Malaysia’s Property Market in 2024: A Year of Growth and Opportunities Malaysia’s property market saw remarkable growth in 2024, driven by rising transactions, major infrastructure projects, and increased foreign investments. According to Napic, the first half of 2024 recorded RM105.65 billion in property transactions, marking the highest value in five years, with a 23.8% increase compared to...

Malaysia’s economy is set for steady expansion in 2025, with a projected GDP growth of 4.9%, fueled by domestic demand, wage hikes, government incentives, and trade diversions triggered by recent global tariff developments. According to Hong Leong Investment Bank (HLIB) Research, Malaysia stands to benefit from shifting US-China trade relations, reinforcing foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows and...