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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...

Malaysia’s Construction Growth Hits RM158.8 Billion – A Boost for Property Investors The Malaysian construction industry recorded an impressive 20.2% growth in 2024, reaching RM158.8 billion in total value, according to the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM). This surge highlights an expanding property market, with residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects driving demand. For...

Malaysia’s Trade Growth in 2025: A Boon for the Property Market? Malaysia is poised for another strong year in trade, with total trade expected to surpass RM2 trillion in 2025, according to Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz. Despite global uncertainties—such as a potential slowdown in China and a new US administration—Malaysia remains optimistic about economic...

Why is 2025 the Best Time to Invest in Malaysia’s Property Market? Malaysia’s real estate sector has been gaining momentum, with 2024 marking a strong year for transactions and investments. As we enter 2025, several factors, including economic growth, infrastructure development, and policy changes, are making the country an attractive destination for property investors. Whether you are a local buyer...

Kuala Lumpur’s Office Market: A Shift Towards Modernity and Redevelopment Kuala Lumpur’s office market is at a crossroads, with new developments setting higher benchmarks while older office buildings struggle to stay relevant. The competition for tenants has intensified, and adaptability, innovation, and sustainability are now key factors determining the success of commercial assets. Industry experts...

Malaysia’s Property Market Sees Positive Growth Amidst Evolving Trends for 2025 The Malaysia property market experienced a robust performance in 2024, with transaction values rising by 14% to RM163 million and transaction volumes increasing 6% to 311,211 units in the first nine months of the year compared to the same period in 2023. According to Henry Butcher Malaysia’s Property Outlook 2025, this...

Malaysia to Reap Indirect Gains from China’s Economic Stimulus Measures, Say Economists Malaysia is poised to gain indirect benefits from China’s recent economic stimulus measures, which include interest rate cuts and property market support initiatives. Economists suggest that these moves could drive demand for Malaysian goods and services, while increasing disposable income for Chinese consumers to...